Bedtime snacks for toddlers or older kids can be really helpful for some families. They can support growth spurts, fill their tummies before bed and may make them sleep better. However you may be worried whether this is the right thing to do? This blog will help...
Carrot puree for baby is a lovely first tastes recipe to start with as it's easy to digest and babies generally like the bright orange colour and natural sweetness of the carrots. You can make this recipe as a larger batch if you want to make more use of cooking and...
The Early Years Nutrition guidance has been updated for settings, starting now (September 2025). It is now also embedded into the Early Years Foundation Stage or EYFS which nurseries should be following. It is pleasing to see such changes and recognition for the need...
As a qualified, registered child nutritionist I get asked a lot of questions around fussy eating, nutrition for toddlers, and how to deal with mealtime stress. It is very common for kids to go through fussy eating at some stage, but if you have tried everything...
Vitamins are important for early development in babies and toddlers, to support their immune system as well as other roles. This blog discusses the UK health guidance and supplementation recommendations on what to give babies and toddlers up to 5 years....
Chia seeds for babies have gained increasing popularity in baby nutrition over the years because of their power house of nutrition. This is because they include a range of nutrients such as fibre and omega 3 fatty acids. In this blog I discuss if chia seeds are safe...
Fibre for babies, when and how to offer it can be confusing for parents. However it is important for a number of reasons including ; their digestive health, regular bowel movements and gut development. The amount of fibre babies and toddlers need changes with age.This...
Reviewed by Rosey Davidson, Sleep consultant from Just chill mama Is your toddler drinking milk before bed ? Then it may be time to stop. It is very comforting for babies and toddlers to drink milk before bedtime and it can become a sleep association. However if you...
Many processed and packaged foods contain hidden sugars that can contribute to eating too much sugar. Educating parents on how to identify these hidden sugars can help make healthier food choices for your children. Read on to find out what the concerns are about...