Explore nutrition tips, kids’ meal plans, kids’ activities, recipes and more from pediatric nutritionist, Melissa Halas, MA, RDN, CDE.

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Explore dietitian tips for kids meals and snacks, nutrition by age, special diets, family fitness, and more.

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Nutrition By Age

High Fiber Foods for Kids + Tasty Ideas

Eating high-fiber foods for kids can be a great way to keep our bodies feeling satisfied, strong, and healthy. So, what exactly is fiber? And

How to Feed Your Kids

5 Simple Lunch Ideas for Tweens (Ages 8-12)

Discover simple, healthy lunch ideas for tweens that are tasty, colorful, and packed with nutrition to keep your tween fueled and happy! Do you know

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Meal Tips

10 Easy Kids’ School Lunch Ideas

A colorful plate adds more than just nutrition – it provides an abundance of flavor and visual appeal! Here are ten healthy school lunch ideas

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Infants and Toddlers

Iron Foods for Kids and Babies & How Much They Need

Feel confident about your mealtime choices by learning about iron needs and iron-rich foods for kids and babies.  Infants, toddlers, and adolescents bud faster than

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Picky Eaters

7 Tips for Managing Picky Eaters

If your child is a picky eater, getting a healthy meal on the table is only half the battle. Check out these nutrition tips for