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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Breastfeeding

Does Breastfeeding Make You Hungry?

Before panic strikes about your sudden urge to devour the entire fridge’s contents, know that breastfeeding does make you hungry and there are healthy solutions.

Infants and Toddler Healthy Meal Plans

25+ Breakfast Ideas For a 1-Year-Old

This list of over 25 breakfast ideas for a 1-year-old is filled with options for all flavor preferences, making mealtime easier each week! Feeding a

Mommy Eats Fried Grasshoppers Book Cover
Children's Book Corner

Mommy Eats Fried Grasshoppers Book Review

What is this book about? This book is a must-read! Vilayvanh Bender, the creator of “Mommy Eats Fried Grasshoppers,” eloquently balances cultural awareness and healthful

food allergens
Special Diets

Common Food Allergens in Children

If your child was diagnosed with a new food allergy, it’s essential to know key ingredients of common food allergies in children. Here are key

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Nutrition By Age

Is It Safe to Ingest Caffeine During Pregnancy?

Check out these must-know tips on caffeine and pregnancy to maximize your baby’s long-term health. Confused about the caffeine and pregnancy conundrum? One day, the

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Fitness and Family

The Best Exercise for Kids and Heart Health

Are your kids stuck in the same ol’ exercise routine? Try these exercise ideas for kids to switch things up and get their hearts pumping.