12 April 2021
Have you ever worried whether your child’s picky eating behaviour is something more serious?Why do they refuse to eat certain foods without even so much as trying them and why nothing you do seems to help?Some children become ‘problem feeders’ and what started as picky eating can develop into a picky eating disorder like Avoidant/Restrictive…
29 March 2021
If you would like a PDF version of this blog delivered directly to your inbox, pop your details below.Are you battling with a baby that constantly pushes away the spoon? Often babies get off to a great start with weaning and then suddenly they don’t want to eat, and it can be a worry!In this…
15 March 2021
If you would like a PDF download of this blog delivered directly to your inbox, pop your details below. My first baby fed frequently. I mean every 40 minutes or so and as he got older, every time he cried, I offered him the boob. It worked, he settled and he wasn’t a fan of…
14 February 2021
If you would like a PDF version of this blog delivered directly to your inbox, pop your details below. “Is it ok to give my baby chocolate?”This is a common question that mums have as there is a lot of conflicting information online about chocolate. Although chocolate is delicious, it is not recommended for babies…
01 February 2021
If you’d like a PDF version of this blog delivered directly to your inbox, pop your details below.We know that during the first few months of a baby’s life, good nutrition is really important. So why is tuna such a great option for your baby? In this blog, I’ll help you to decide which of the…
18 January 2021
If you would like a PDF version of this blog delivered directly to your inbox, pop your details below.Not a day goes by without me seeing something on social media or in the news about how evil sugar is, but actually sugar is just a simple carbohydrate and it isn’t bad for children if it’s…
04 January 2021
Happy Veganuary! Everyone is talking about going vegan once again and for good reason. It’s a healthy way to live, not just for us but also for the planet. However, when it comes to bringing up your child on a vegan diet, careful planning is key. Therefore, I asked my good friend Gaby, The Healthful…
02 January 2021
A few people have emailed me recently asking what was inside the Happy Healthy Eaters Club.So here’s a mini blog telling you exactly what you get.A brand new masterclass every single month Each month there is a new masterclass that takes a deep dive into a topic to teach you a technique so you can…
14 December 2020
If you would like a PDF version of this blog delivered directly to your inbox, pop your details below. What is baby led weaning?Baby led weaning or BLW has been a revolutionary change in how many of us choose to wean our babies on to solid foods (thanks Gill Rapley ). It involves giving your…
16 November 2020
Mums and Dads who plan ahead for their family meals, tend to have children who make healthier food choices as they grow up. This is because having a plan is one of the foundations for positive food parenting. It allows you to use your knowledge of food and nutrition so that your child has a…
15 November 2020
If you’ve been thinking about joining my Happy Healthy Weaning course but you’re still not sure, I want you to know that I get it. I understand.It’s totally normal to worry about whether it’s the right decision to invest in an online course.Here are some of the most common concerns about joining the course and…
14 November 2020
Are you thinking about joining our Happy Healthy Weaning Course but aren’t sure whether it’s right for you and your baby?If so you probably have questions like:What kind of results can I expect if I do the course?What exactly is included in the course and how does it work?Is the course suitable for someone like…
13 November 2020
There are books, baby groups and online courses that will guide you through baby weaning. Here’s why I think that online courses are your best option, and why Happy Healthy Weaning in particular is THE best course on there. 1. You can do it at your own pace in your own time.So for example, when…
26 October 2020
If you would like a PDF version of this blog delivered directly to your inbox, pop your details below. Avocados have become a bit of a food trend among the health conscious, and who can blame them?! They are delicious and so rich in nutrition too.I remember those lazy Sunday brunches, before babies, when avocado…
05 October 2020
The first time I had a sweet potato chip, I thought it was a slightly mouldy carrot!Granted that was back in the late 1990’s and I was a Uni student in Leeds, eating at an uber trendy café (and probably spending far too much of my limited student funds)!A new very trendy place had opened…
28 September 2020
How do you feel about your child’s nursery food? Is it nutritious or do you feel there is an over reliance on processed foods? And what about puddings? Does your nursery offer sweet treats, yet you know that sugar should be kept to a minimum in children under 5.I hear lots of interesting views on…
14 September 2020
It can be incredibly frustrating when you’ve spent hours slaving over a hot stove to have your toddler reject their meal. But before you resort to encouraging them to eat or bribing them with a yummy dessert, let me explain why this happens. 1. Growth. During the first year of life, babies grow really rapidly…
01 September 2020
Do you ever find yourself thinking ‘What am I going to make for lunch today?’ or staring at the open fridge looking for inspiration? You want easy toddler lunches that don’t take long to prepare as you’re probably on borrowed time as it is.Here are 21 of my favourite nutritious toddler lunch ideas and links…
27 July 2020
Why children grow up having unhealthy relationships with food and how to avoid themA collaboratively written blog by Gabriella Goodchild RD, The Healthful Dietitian and Sarah Almond Bushell RD, The Children’s Nutritionist.If you would like a PDF version of this blog delivered directly to your inbox, pop your details below.In this blog we’re going to…
20 July 2020
This blog is sponsored by the Happy Healthy Eaters Club . A club all about supporting mums and dads do the very best for their children when it comes to food and feeding. It’s a club for members who want to learn all about how to nourish a child completely. We’ll provide you with the answers to…
