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How to Wean Your Toddler Off of Bottles (for good!)

You know it’s time, but you’re feeling hesitant and unsure about how to wean your toddler off of bottles. Or maybe you don’t really want to, but you know you’re supposed to? Keep reading to learn how I coach my nutrition clients as a registered pediatric dietitian to drop bottles and make sure they’re still getting the right nutrition. PLUS, you’ll learn the #1 key to a quicker transition.

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I’m always excited when I make healthy meals tha

I’m always excited when I make healthy meals that don’t take a lot of effort 😄! Here’s another day of eats, I do these often so you can scroll my feed for more, OR go to the blog at mamaknowsnutrition.com and search healthy day of eats for a roundup!

IMPORTANT: these are just for ideas, not amounts. Every child has a different appetite and calorie needs! Mine often eat more or less than what is shown, depending on the day.

BREAKFAST: plain whole milk Greek yogurt, grapes, bananas (sliced with peel on so she has to peel it)

AM SNACK: @skoutorganic bar (disclosure-received free product)

LUNCH: leftover pasta that has blended beans in the sauce for extra protein (I show how I did this a few posts back!) with watermelon and broccoli

PM SNACK: snap pea crisps and some unpictured chocolate chips and a cup of milk

DINNER: I made white chicken chili and separated out the chicken and beans and shredded cheese for Emilia. I had salad, she had the spinach and cucumber separately

Any questions about these meals??

What’s your little one’s favorite berry? Straw

What’s your little one’s favorite berry? Strawberry may not scream “Fall” but I know plenty of picky kids who scream “strawberries” year round. This recipe uses frozen strawberries so you can easily make it anytime!

As a mom to a previously extremely picky eater myself, homemade muffins have always been one of my go-to ways to get a nutrition boost into something I know my kid will at least taste, and usually end up eating!

If your child is sensitive to chunks inside their muffin, make sure to mash the strawberries really well. You don’t want to puree them completely because it throws off the texture of the muffin, but mash them more than what you see in the video here on slide 2.

Full recipe is on my blog, link is in my bio!

There’s other picky eater friendly muffin recipes on my blog too, just search “muffin”!

And just in case we haven’t met, hi! I’m Kacie Barnes. Registered Dietitian, mom of 2, and eternal realist. I only share recipes, tips, and ideas that are realistic and doable for mom (or dad) life.

I am pretty open on here (especially in my stories) about my own struggles with anxiety. And whether it’s anxiety, depression, chronic illness, family struggles, or something else entirely that you’re going through right now…I know that most of us are dealing with something behind the scenes that is really hard.

I’m always here rooting for you, praying for you, and seeing how hard you work every single day. It probably doesn’t always feel like it, but you’re doing such a great job, I know it. ❤️

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SAVE for easy lunch ideas! And tell me which would

SAVE for easy lunch ideas! And tell me which would your little one like most, #1, 2, 3, or 4?

Edited to add- I made a mistake! The Pure bars DO have added sugar. I apologize for that.

Their lunch gives them the energy needed to keep learning & playing, and avoid afternoon meltdowns!

Make sure that there’s protein & fat options, to give them enough calories and staying power to hold them over til afternoon snack.

For picky eaters: This is not a time to experiment with new foods if they’re eating away from home. If you want to give something new, make it a tiny tasting portion, not the bulk of what’s in the lunch. Priority goes to filling bellies— food exploration is better suited for when they’re with you!

Want a simple, easy to reference guide to make packing healthy lunches quick and easy?

My Healthy Toddler Lunch Guide shows you the nuts and bolts of packing easy, healthy and filling lunches, with tons of ideas for inspiration. And no cooking required!

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Did your toddler eat their dinner last night? Swi

Did your toddler eat their dinner last night?

Swipe for what I recommend (as a pediatric registered dietitian) when they don’t eat their dinner!

For more on what to do when they don’t eat dinner, go to mamaknowsnutrition.com/toddler-wont-eat-dinner

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