Toddler Nutrition

Toddlerhood and the “terrible twos.” At this age, most parents can now take a break from late-night feedings and breastmilk pumping. However, they face a new challenge: coming up with a healthy and balanced meal plan for their toddlers. Is this something you can relate to? Here’s a quick guide you can follow. The Right Toddler […]

One of the most confusing parts of making a healthy and balanced diet plan for toddlers is portion control. Often, it’s either our children eat too little or consume too much. Is there an easy way around it? Here’s what you need to know about the right toddler portion sizes. Why is portion control important? At a […]

Malnutrition in children may result in various health concerns, like delayed growth and development and increased vulnerability to infections. What signs should you watch out for to recognize malnourished preschoolers? And how can you intervene to prevent the effects of malnutrition in children? Malnutrition: All You Need to Know Malnutrition, defined Before we discuss the signs of malnourished […]

Meeting your preschooler’s nutritional needs helps them grow and develop holistically. It’s tough for young children who exhibit picky-eating or undereating to meet these needs; that’s why parents find themselves looking out for ways to feed them. But, what if your preschooler is overeating? Should it raise concerns? How can you reinforce healthy eating habits […]

Preschoolers love adventures: they like to explore their surroundings, feel textures, and try new things. For this reason, helping boost their brainpower should be a priority. One way to do it is by giving them brain superfoods. Here are some brain foods for preschoolers. 1. Eggs Eggs are not only rich in proteins; they are also a […]

Cultivating healthy eating habits for preschoolers is crucial to help them grow up well and reach various developmental milestones. What steps can parents take to instill good dietary choices in their kids? Find out here. 1. Establish a regular schedule for snack and mealtimes One of the most important tips for parents is to set schedules for […]

My preschooler is a picky eater, what should I do? Encouraging your preschooler to have a balanced diet can be quite tricky when they’re a picky eater. You frequently find yourself looking out for opportunities when you can offer them healthy foods, especially vegetables. Here are some tips to help you feed your little one […]

Parents know how important healthy eating is for a child’s growth and development. However, “healthy eating” depends on several factors like the child’s gender, age, activity level, height, and weight. That’s why your preschooler has a different dietary requirement from a toddler or a school-age child. What are the nutritional needs of preschoolers? Preschool Nutrition Pyramid, […]

Since Filipinos love to eat, it will be extremely helpful to teach children the 5 good eating habits. Come to think of it, in a survey conducted online, it was found that food remains one of the key ingredients to Filipino happiness.  Food is integral to Filipino culture. From feasts at fiestas to celebratory family dinners, […]