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Jan 216 min read
Toddler Formulas; Are they needed in your toddler's diet?
Do toddlers need toddler formula? And are they as nutritious as they claim?
Dec 5, 20244 min read
My favourite 'supermarket' snacks for toddlers and kids
Choosing snacks lower in added sugar, lower in sodium and without being highly processed with additives and preservatives is possible
Aug 21, 20234 min read
Best dairy foods for babies starting solids and dairy foods to avoid.
Author Anna Ritan, APD, BND, Paediatric Dietitian With so many brands and types of dairy foods on the shelves, it can feel overwhelming...
Jun 27, 20234 min read
Best yoghurts to introduce to your baby when starting solids
Author: Anna Ritan, Paediatric Dietitian, APD, BND Choosing a yoghurt for your baby can be confusing with so many brands, flavours, and...
Jun 16, 20233 min read
What to do when your baby refuses a meal? ..... and when to get help.
When your baby refuses to eat a meal, it can be concerning and frustrating. However, it's important to remember that occasional food...
May 31, 20233 min read
Tomato Sauce (Ketchup) and Kids
Keep reading for some nutritional facts about tomato sauce, what age can you introduce it? What if your child wants it on everything? How...
Apr 16, 20233 min read
Constipation Smoothie For Kids
Anna Ritan, APD, Paediatric Dietitian, and Nutritionist Constipation in children can be uncomfortable and can cause a lot of distress for...
Dec 29, 20225 min read
Salt (Sodium) Recommendations for Babies and Toddlers.
Have you wondered where the advice for salt comes from? is salt safe for babies, or when can you start to use salt in cooking? Here is...
Nov 5, 20225 min read
High Chairs For Starting Solids and Beyond
Important checks before you invest. Author: Anna Ritan, Paediatric Dietitian and APD There are so many different high chairs with so many...
Oct 15, 20225 min read
10 First Foods To Get Your Baby Started On Solids.
Anna Ritan, Paediatric Dietitian, APD Starting solids is an exciting time, but it can also be overwhelming especially if you are unsure...
Sep 4, 20223 min read
14 school lunch ideas (that are not processed meat)
If you are anything like me, it is now over halfway through the year, and you are in the need of some lunch box inspiration! But let’s...
Mar 14, 20225 min read
'Best Squeezy Yoghurts For Children'
Anna Ritan (APD), Nourish Little Lives Over the past few years, squeezy yoghurts have increased in popularity and they are one of the...
Feb 1, 20227 min read
Supporting Immune Health in Babies and Children
The immune system protects your child from: -Infection (such as bacteria, viruses, and fungi) -Toxins (chemicals made by microbes) -Cell...
Nov 19, 20219 min read
Iron-Fortified Rice Cereal - A First Food for Starting Solids? Do I need to use rice cereal?
Author: Anna Ritan, APD, BND, Paediatric Dietitian In recent years there has been a big shift in the recommendations for starting...
Oct 17, 20213 min read
Can My Toddler Eat too Much?
Whilst some parents notice their child's appetite drops in toddlerhood, others can be concerned that their toddler is eating too much. ...
Aug 29, 20215 min read
Breastfeeding beyond 12 months of age
Breastfeeding is still hugely beneficial to both mother and baby beyond 12 months of age, unfortunately most advice and support for...
Aug 12, 20215 min read
Best Breads for Babies Starting Solids?
Written by Anna Ritan, APD, BND As your little one becomes more competent with solids, you may be wondering if it's time to introduce a...
Mar 18, 20214 min read
Cow's milk and milk alternatives for toddlers > 12 months: What you need to know
All milk is not created equal and with so many alternatives on the market, it can get confusing, especially when choosing a milk or milk...
Sep 28, 20203 min read
Processed meats...what are the current recommendations, should they be included in a child's diet
Processed meat is a food that I find is not often talked about in infant or childhood nutrition guidelines (or not talked about enough)...
Aug 31, 20204 min read
Lactose intolerance in babies and children: when it is not a cow's milk protein allergy
Lactose Intolerance, Cow's Milk Protein Allergy, Non-IGE mediated Cow's Milk Allergy (formally CMPI Intolerance). It can be confusing
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