Using Baby Led Weaning (BLW) as a method to introduce solid food to your baby has been around for over a decade. It gained popularity following the release of the first book on the topic in 2008. Firstly, what is BLW? It is a way of introducing solids that allows babies to self-feed. In its most true form only the baby puts food in his or her mouth. A baby who is able to do this is developmentally ready for solids. BLW is offering your baby food from your family meals cut up into finger sized foods. Read more

Are you pregnant or planning a pregnancy? Eating well during pregnancy is important for both you and your growing baby. But, did you know what you eat before becoming pregnant plays a role too. Read more

Nuts are naturally full of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, healthy fats, protein and fibre and they’re delicious. This makes them a perfect snack food. A daily serve of nuts is about a small handful (30 grams). Dry roasted or raw nuts without added salt and sugar are the most nutritious choice. Read more

Do you worry that your child isn’t eating enough? Or doesn’t eat some foods? If so, you’re not alone. We know parents want to give their children the best start. It’s easy to get caught up in what your child is or isn’t eating. The long-term goal is for your child to have a healthy relationship with all food. Foods like vegetables have an important role in nourishing our bodies. But they are only one part of the variety of foods we eat for health. Read more

Do you find yourself preparing a delicious dinner only to find out all your child wants to eat is a bowl of plain pasta? This is more common than you think and is actually OK. Kids are growing and often crave foods that will give them quick satisfying energy. They are less interested in eating than in doing stuff. In the long term, we want children to eat a variety of foods and have a healthy relationship with food and eating. So how do we get there and navigate the way through the “pasta phase”. Read more