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Here’s What Causes Picky Eating. And What Reverses It.
I’m going to explain some of the potential causes of your child’s picky eating. But first…want to know what doesn’t cause picky eating? Parents. Yep, you heard me! Parents are not to blame for our kids’ picky eating. And you are not to blame for your child’s picky eating. This
Are Prebiotics Good for Constipation in Toddlers? Part 2 of a 2-Part Series on Constipation
Constipation stinks. Sad babes, upset tums, sore bums…none of it is fun. In Part I of this constipation series, we covered the common causes of constipation and the easy ways you can prevent them at home. Think of that post as your first line of defense against constipation. But if
Portion Sizes for Toddlers: How Much To Serve At Meals & Snacks
When they’re babies, it’s more straightforward. There’s fewer variables. 2 then 4 then 8 oz per bottle. Breastfeeding 10 then 8 then 6 times per day. There are numbers involved. Friendly, reliable, peace-of-mind-giving numbers. And there’s a lot more certainty involved, too. Then, your little one turns one. And just
US or EU? We’re Comparing Baby Formula Ingredients.
Anything European just sounds…better. You know? Like, give me the Swiss chocolate. I’ll have the Belgian waffles. I’m pinning the Italian marble backsplash. So I’m not surprised that European baby formulas are in-demand, too. And I’ve seen this trend going around social media with people talking about how there are
40 Ideas for Nut-Free School Snacks & Lunches
Restriction is hard, no matter the reason, and when your kid ONLY loves PB&J, it’s a big hill to climb when you find out that is not allowed in their lunchbox in their nut-free classroom. This post is Part 1 in our allergy-friendly series! If your kiddo needs nut-free snacks
Gentle Parenting At Mealtimes
When your kid picks up the meal you lovingly served them and throws it directly onto your freshly cleaned rug WHILE maintaining eye contact…I bet the last word you’d use to describe your mood is gentle. Same goes for the nights they refuse to eat anything. And the times they
Here’s What Causes Picky Eating. And What Reverses It.
I’m going to explain some of the potential causes of your child’s picky eating. But first…want to know what doesn’t cause picky eating? Parents. Yep, you heard me! Parents are not to blame for our kids’ picky eating. And you are not to blame for your child’s picky eating. This
Are Prebiotics Good for Constipation in Toddlers? Part 2 of a 2-Part Series on Constipation
Constipation stinks. Sad babes, upset tums, sore bums…none of it is fun. In Part I of this constipation series, we covered the common causes of constipation and the easy ways you can prevent them at home. Think of that post as your first line of defense against constipation. But if
Portion Sizes for Toddlers: How Much To Serve At Meals & Snacks
When they’re babies, it’s more straightforward. There’s fewer variables. 2 then 4 then 8 oz per bottle. Breastfeeding 10 then 8 then 6 times per day. There are numbers involved. Friendly, reliable, peace-of-mind-giving numbers. And there’s a lot more certainty involved, too. Then, your little one turns one. And just
US or EU? We’re Comparing Baby Formula Ingredients.
Anything European just sounds…better. You know? Like, give me the Swiss chocolate. I’ll have the Belgian waffles. I’m pinning the Italian marble backsplash. So I’m not surprised that European baby formulas are in-demand, too. And I’ve seen this trend going around social media with people talking about how there are
40 Ideas for Nut-Free School Snacks & Lunches
Restriction is hard, no matter the reason, and when your kid ONLY loves PB&J, it’s a big hill to climb when you find out that is not allowed in their lunchbox in their nut-free classroom. This post is Part 1 in our allergy-friendly series! If your kiddo needs nut-free snacks
Gentle Parenting At Mealtimes
When your kid picks up the meal you lovingly served them and throws it directly onto your freshly cleaned rug WHILE maintaining eye contact…I bet the last word you’d use to describe your mood is gentle. Same goes for the nights they refuse to eat anything. And the times they
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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