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If you have a toddler or kid at home who struggles to gain weight, you might feel stress and pressure to get them to eat. In my experience working with ...

Iron deficiency is one of the most common nutrient deficiencies in kids. Picky eaters, especially those who refuse whole food groups (like meat, beans and legumes) are at higher risk ...

If you have kids at home, especially if they tend to be picky eaters, you’ve probably wondered more than once if they were getting enough protein. You might have also ...

Hey there, I'm Jessica Gust, Pediatric Dietitian/child nutritionist, and founder of Element Nutrition Kids. If you struggle with how your kids eat, you are not alone, feeding kids is hard ...

When you’re getting ready to start your baby on solids, there are so many things to think about. I remember my first time starting solids with my oldest like it ...

I have a love/hate relationship with packing lunches in my house, I love knowing that I am sending my kids to school with nourishing foods for their growing bodies, but ...

If you have a picky eater at home (or any kid for that matter), they likely are not eating a whole lot of vegetables. According to a 2021 study by ...

Having a constipated kid is one of the more unpleasant experiences in parenthood. Constipation is uncomfortable for them, and as a result, is uncomfortable for you. Luckily, whether they are ...

If you have (or have had) a toddler, you know all too well how frustrating it is to see them throwing food. I mean, do we need one more thing ...

Inside this article: The saying “food before one is just for fun” is one of the most commonly thrown around terms in the feeding baby world. However, this term is ...

Inside this article: If you’ve ever wanted to pull your hair out after hearing “Mom, can I have a snack” five minutes after you cleaned up the kitchen from dinner, ...

Inside this article: Mornings with toddlers can be hectic, yet breakfast is a key part of their day. This article will cover my favorite toddler breakfast ideas for busy mornings, ...

Inside this article: If you’ve ever wondered if your kid is getting enough protein in their diet, or if you simply need some protein ideas for a picky eater, you’ve ...

Inside this article: Easily transition your baby through the starting solids process from purees to table foods using dissolvable solids as a gateway. Here I’ll review what dissolvable solids are ...

Having a constipated toddler is not a fun thing to experience, yet it is one of the most common issues in the early years. Because of this, parents are often ...

Probiotics have been a hot topic for a while. You might be wondering if your kid needs probiotics and how to even get probiotic foods into your kids. Getting kids ...

Starting your baby on solid foods is a huge milestone, it can be super exciting, but also pretty scary. In this post, I'll walk you through everything you need to ...

I have been all about crockpot meals lately, but I'm also very particular about the types of crockpot recipes I use. For me, any recipe I follow needs to be ...

Many parents are surprised that one of the first things I talk about when they come into my office is beverage choices. I generally go through a list of “how ...

Every year right around September, my phone starts to ring like crazy. Kids are headed into the doctor's office for their back to school physicals and the referrals start pouring ...

One of the most common topics that come up in my office and on my social media feed is milk, particularly when milk alternatives for toddlers. This is a popular ...

A few weeks ago I had a mama in my office who was very stressed about her 3-year-old daughter who "wouldn't eat anything." She had been trying everything she could ...

One of the most common questions I get from parents when they are getting ready to start solids is about the best baby led weaning foods to start with. Baby ...

A few years ago I started getting lots of questions from parents about baby-led weaning. While this isn't a "new" method of feeding, it is "newer" (in the past 5-10 ...

Both the American Academy of Pediatrics and the World Health Organization recommend introducing solids or complementary feeding around 6 months when you see signs baby is ready for solids. Being ...

I talk a lot about added sugar when I am working with families. This is mostly because kids are getting way too many added sugars in their diet. That is ...

Added sugar and kids As parents, we are constantly bombarded by all the things we have to know to raise our kids. Sleep schedules, car seat safety, choking risks, potty ...

My favorite way to make pancakes more nutritious is to make them from scratch and this super easy pancake recipe is exactly that! I recently posted this recipe on Instagram ...

Whenever I am working with families, the smoothie question always comes up. With. Out. Fail. Parents always what to know the best smoothie for kids. While there isn't a "best" ...

The best part of a good rainstorm is always the beautiful rainbow at the end. There is something about the vibrant colors that bring life back into the world after ...

This is by far the most frequently asked question I get in my office. Why? well first, it is super convenient, so parents love it. Second, many are pretty sweet, ...

Have you been searching for simple breakfast and snack ideas your kids will enjoy? Then this is the recipe for you! This carrot apple muffin recipe is super easy to ...

These simple salmon burritos are a unique twist on the traditional burrito. A great way to expose your children to fish in a unique way! Salmon is also a good ...