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More Than the Mirror: How to Help Kids Develop a Positive and Resilient Body Image from the Start
Everyday Habits That Help Kids Appreciate and Accept Their Bodies. When your child looks in the mirror, what do they see? Is it...

Karlien
5 days ago7 min read
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10 Things You Didn’t Know (But Should) About Nutrition for Tweens and Beyond
Most families I work with are navigating the tween years (ages ~7–12) , and over time, I’ve noticed a common theme: parents often aren’t...

Karlien
Mar 2514 min read
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ADHD and Overeating Behaviour in Children: Working Towards an Understanding of the Role of Food in Neurodivergence
This article delves into the complex relationship between ADHD and compulsive or overeating behaviours in children and teenagers, drawing...

Karlien
Feb 610 min read
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Is My Child’s Eating a Problem, or Am I Overthinking It?
As parents, worrying about your child’s eating habits, their relationship with food, and how they perceive their bodies is natural. But...

Karlien
Jan 157 min read
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5 Ways to Reduce Mealtime Stress This Holiday Season
Holidays are a time for family, celebration, and togetherness, but they can also present challenges—especially around mealtimes. For...

Karlien
Dec 13, 20244 min read
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6 Phrases to Avoid Around Kids This Holiday Season (So You Don’t Sound Like the Diet Culture Grinch!)
The holidays are here! They are a time for joy, connection, and delicious traditional foods. But let’s face it - the season can also...

Karlien
Dec 6, 20245 min read
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Underfuelling and Overtraining Signs in Youth Athletes: A Guide for Parents
Learn how to spot underfuelling and overtrained signs and fuel your child’s goals with nutrition. Youth athletes have unique nutritional...

Karlien
Nov 8, 20245 min read
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Navigating Nutrition Challenges and Food Anxiety with a Dietitian
Understanding the Role of a Family Dietitian-Nutritionist Have you ever wondered how a dietitian and nutritionist can help your family or...

Karlien
Oct 11, 20245 min read
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What Can You Tell Me That I Don't Already Know? Picky Eating Edition
A few years ago, I had a discovery call with Natalie, the parent of a picky eater. The first thing she said to me was, “My 5-year-old...

Karlien
Aug 23, 20245 min read
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3 Things Parents of Picky Eaters Wish You Knew This Summer Holiday
Many families in Singapore travel during the holidays to visit friends and family. Vacations are exciting but stressful, especially with...

Karlien
Jun 11, 20242 min read
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5 Ways Dysregulation Can Show Up at Mealtimes
Before having children, you might have anticipated mealtimes as a peaceful time for nourishment and connection, but now they feel like a...

Karlien
May 21, 20244 min read
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4 Simple Ways to Implement Micro-Changes at Mealtimes
Have you ever wondered why novelty is often used for picky eating strategies? That is because most people enjoy a bit of novelty. But did...

Karlien
May 7, 20242 min read
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6 Child-friendly Homemade Snack Ideas
Fueling Busy Days: Fun and Healthy Snack Ideas for You and Your Kids In today's whirlwind, choosing nutritious snacks for yourself or...

Karlien
Apr 16, 20246 min read
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Alleviating Acute Constipation in Children: 5 Kid-Safe Foods to the Rescue!
Acute constipation in children can be a distressing experience for both parents and little ones. It often occurs during periods of stress...

Karlien
Mar 21, 20243 min read
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6 Reasons I Don't Classify Food as “Healthy” or “Unhealthy”.
And what a chair has to do with it. Research has shed light on the detrimental effects of prolonged sitting, even among those who meet...

Karlien
Mar 12, 20246 min read
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Your Questions Answered: "How do I know if my 6-month-old baby is getting enough iron?"
Question: How do I know if my 6-month-old baby is getting enough iron? She is mainly breastfed with one formula feed at night, and we...

Karlien
Feb 14, 202410 min read
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Book Recommendation | STEAM-powered Food Adventures
I was excited to get my hands on STEAM-powered Food Adventures: 101+ Child-Led Explorations for Curious Kids, written by Dani Lebovitz, a...

Karlien
Jan 23, 20244 min read
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8 Ways to Reduce Food Waste as a Family
It is important that we reframe the way we see food waste in our little ones and not insist that they finish their plates. Instead, let's...

Karlien
Jan 16, 20243 min read
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Your Questions Answered: "My child refuses green vegetables. What do I do?"
Question: "My 1-year-old refuses to eat green vegetables. Do I make some snacks with only vegetables and then be okay if he doesn't eat...

Karlien
Jan 12, 20247 min read
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7 Practical Tips to Help You Cook With Your Children And Keep Your Sanity
Many parents I talk to want to involve their children in cooking as they know it helps them learn a range of self-care skills, cultivate...

Karlien
Dec 7, 20236 min read
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