by admin | Sep 26, 2020 | Feeding Difficulties, Toddler Nutrition
On Friday we had a Q and A webinar with Dr Elaine Mayon-White on the psychological view of feeding difficulties in toddlers. We heard that the toddler years are an important time for development and food, eating and mealtime behaviour is part of this journey. Whilst... 
by admin | Mar 17, 2020 | 6-12 months, Birth to 6 months, Feeding Difficulties, Medical Conditions, Toddler Nutrition
I have been shocked to see on social media all of the nutritional advice and remedies proposed to “boost” your baby’s immune system to prevent corona virus. Similarly many companies have been playing on parents concern and have been marketing vitamin... 
by admin | Jun 30, 2019 | 6-12 months, Feeding Difficulties, Introduction of solids
Many of you would have read in the last week the BBC article on hidden sugars in commercial baby foods in the form of fruit juice or fruit puree. Of course this does not mean, that a baby should not have fruit, but what is acceptable and what not? This is a pretty... by admin | Apr 28, 2018 | 6-12 months, Feeding Difficulties, Introduction of solids
Through recent correspondance with parents, it has become apparent to me again, how difficult the progression through weaning can be, as you are bombarded with advice from friends, family members and books. In reality, your baby is an individual and it does not matter... by admin | Nov 27, 2016 | Feeding Difficulties, Introduction of solids
Today will be my last entry on the causes of feeding difficulties. The last cause is a traumatic experience with food, that on either parent or child’s side causes the avoidance of foods. The most common reason I see for feeding difficulties related to trauma,... by admin | Oct 23, 2016 | 6-12 months, Feeding Difficulties
I am all for a child having a routine, in particular if this means children get all their nutrients and parents feel relaxed that they have had enough food. The problem is, when feeding becomes so scheduled that it ignores the natural appetite and satiety of a child....