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6 Ways to Serve Yogurt to Babies
6 Ways to Serve Yogurt to Babies is sponsored by Stonyfield Organic; all opinions are my own. Most babies LOVE yogurt. And as a parent, you should love it for them too! Babies can start eating yogurt when they have started solids, around 6 months old. As a Registered Dietitian,
Why does my toddler eat better (or worse) at daycare?
Does your toddler eat better at daycare? You pick up your little one from daycare at the end of the day, and their teacher says they ate great, and you’re like, excuse me? Because they do NOT eat great for me at dinnertime at home! Or it might be the
What Healthy Snacking Should Look Like for Babies and Kids
This post is sponsored by Once Upon a Farm, but as always, all opinions are my own. Discover how to easily build a healthy snacking routine by keeping these staple foods in your pantry and fridge! Snacking is kind of a whole new world, after you’re used to keeping track
When Can Babies Eat Cheerios and Finger Foods?
Feeding a baby can be really confusing and stressful at times! If you’re wondering when babies can eat cheerios, or when babies can eat puffs or other finger foods, I’ve got answers for you. As a pediatric Registered Dietitian Nutritionist who is constantly staying up to date on the most
The first step to take with your picky eater (if they freak out about new food)
Does your little one freak out if you try to serve a new food? Do they refuse their plate, get upset, or throw a tantrum? When you’ve gotten to the point where meals are nerve wracking, and you’re afraid of your little one’s response to new foods, it’s a sign
Healthy Meal Plan for Picky Eaters
It can be hard to put together a healthy meal plan for picky eaters and their very particular taste buds. However, there are small changes you can make to the foods they are already eating to incorporate healthier foods for your picky eater. And, meal planning will be less stressful
6 Ways to Serve Yogurt to Babies
6 Ways to Serve Yogurt to Babies is sponsored by Stonyfield Organic; all opinions are my own. Most babies LOVE yogurt. And as a parent, you should love it for them too! Babies can start eating yogurt when they have started solids, around 6 months old. As a Registered Dietitian,
Why does my toddler eat better (or worse) at daycare?
Does your toddler eat better at daycare? You pick up your little one from daycare at the end of the day, and their teacher says they ate great, and you’re like, excuse me? Because they do NOT eat great for me at dinnertime at home! Or it might be the
What Healthy Snacking Should Look Like for Babies and Kids
This post is sponsored by Once Upon a Farm, but as always, all opinions are my own. Discover how to easily build a healthy snacking routine by keeping these staple foods in your pantry and fridge! Snacking is kind of a whole new world, after you’re used to keeping track
When Can Babies Eat Cheerios and Finger Foods?
Feeding a baby can be really confusing and stressful at times! If you’re wondering when babies can eat cheerios, or when babies can eat puffs or other finger foods, I’ve got answers for you. As a pediatric Registered Dietitian Nutritionist who is constantly staying up to date on the most
The first step to take with your picky eater (if they freak out about new food)
Does your little one freak out if you try to serve a new food? Do they refuse their plate, get upset, or throw a tantrum? When you’ve gotten to the point where meals are nerve wracking, and you’re afraid of your little one’s response to new foods, it’s a sign
Healthy Meal Plan for Picky Eaters
It can be hard to put together a healthy meal plan for picky eaters and their very particular taste buds. However, there are small changes you can make to the foods they are already eating to incorporate healthier foods for your picky eater. And, meal planning will be less stressful
Hi! I’m Kacie Barnes, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, mom of 2, and founder of Mama Knows Nutrition. Here you’ll find everything you need to know to make feeding your little ones stress-free!
I specialize in nutrition for early childhood and have worked with hundreds of families to improve picky eating, get their kids eating better, and solve mealtime problems.
I have a Master of Clinical Nutrition from UT Southwestern in Dallas, TX and an undergrad degree from New York University. I also hold a second Master’s Degree in Public Administration from the Maxwell School at Syracuse University.
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