Denise ScottApr 52 minBabies and WaterCan babies have water? That question is common for pediatricians. The answer is yes or no, depending on the age. Babies should not be...
Denise ScottJan 184 minNutrition for a Healthy PubertyPuberty - that word triggers an emotional response and anxiety in parents! Something we don’t like to think about when our little ones...
Denise ScottJan 119 minBaby-Led Weaning - One Pediatrician’s PerspectiveBaby-led weaning (BLW) is a bit of a misnomer, per the author of this feeding method. The term should be baby-led solids since the...
Denise ScottDec 28, 20223 minHealthy Substitutions for a Healthy New Year! Make 2023 the Year of Healthy Eating! Eating healthy does not have to be difficult or expensive. Making simple substitutions goes a long...
Denise ScottDec 21, 20222 minCooking with KidsYoung children love to spend time with their parents and do the things that they do. Cooking is a novel activity for them, even though...
Denise ScottDec 14, 20223 minDeveloping Your Child’s Palate and Taste PreferencesDid you know that you can influence the foods your child prefers from an early age? A child’s diet during the first few years can...
Denise ScottNov 23, 20223 minHow to Feed Your Baby Before BirthNutrient-rich foods for pregnancy Did you realize that good nutrition starts for your child before birth? What you eat during pregnancy...
Denise ScottOct 19, 20225 minFood Allergies in KidsDid you know that eight food categories account for over 90% of food allergies in kids? Did you know that children will outgrow many of...
Denise ScottOct 12, 20222 minThe Mediterranean Diet for ChildrenThe Mediterranean Diet (MD) has consistently ranked as one of the healthiest, most sustainable diets, beneficial for heart health, and...
Denise ScottOct 5, 20224 minIs Plant-Based Eating Appropriate for Children?Child with a plate of plant-based foods There are many variations of eating: Vegetarian: excludes animals Vegan: excludes animals, dairy,...
Denise ScottSep 7, 20225 minSports Nutrition for KidsGirls' soccer team, an example of organized sports for kids Now that school sports are in full swing, I have put together some...
Denise ScottJul 20, 20223 minFIBER - Not Just for Grandparents! Sources of Fiber in Our Diet Fiber is a complex carbohydrate with minimal to no calories. This carbohydrate is relevant to our diet even...