Child Nutrition
Support healthy eating with Motherly’s science-backed advice about child nutrition and food for kids.
New study reveals genetic picky eating is real–here’s what actually helps
Some kids' brains are literally wired to process food differently, and they need specific support, not just more time.
This toddler’s adorable viral confession reveals why young children sometimes stash snacks
“My tummy was talking to me.”
Radioactive shrimp recall expands—check your freezer if you shop at Walmart, Kroger, or other major chains
The only shrimp that tested positive for radioactive contamination never made it onto store shelves, but the FDA and Walmart are moving quickly to recall select products as a preventive step.
When feeding kids is called “waste”: What parents need to know about the USDA’s school meal cuts
Earlier this month, the U.S. Department of Agriculture announced it would cancel nearly $1 billion in funding for two federal programs.
Consumer Reports study finds 50% of baby formulas contain potentially concerning chemicals—what parents need to know
Roughly half of the 41 baby formulas tested contained potentially harmful levels of contaminants.
New study reveals the surprising way eating fish can boost your child’s kindness
Children who consumed little to no seafood at age 7 were less prosocial.
How pregnancy diet influences a baby’s taste preferences
New research suggests that babies can “taste” flavors in the womb...
A new study just changed how we manage peanut allergies in kids
Researchers found that a simple, gradual exposure to peanuts helped children with peanut allergies build tolerance.
Picky eating in kids is mostly due to genetics, study says
Parents, it's not your fault.
The best foods to feed your sick toddler, according to a pediatric dietitian
Breakfast for dinner, anyone?
Kids may soon be able to get plant-based milk options at school
According to the USDA’s findings, 29 percent of the cartons of milk served in our schools are thrown in the garbage unopened.
Should we really be worried about picky eaters?
Parents and kids already have enough on their plates, literally.
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Your guide to child nutrition starts here.
Every child deserves a free school lunch—full stop
The fact that this subject is such a debated hot topic is a stain on humanity.
Got a picky eater? Here are the best vitamins for kids to make sure they get enough nutrients
Not all kids need vitamins, but these picks top the list.
7 ways to help your kids form a healthy relationship with food
As an eating disorders therapist and mom, I'm teaching my son there are no "bad" foods.
A new study shows vegetarian diets are healthy for most kids
Results from a study of nearly 9,000 kids shows that kids who follow vegetarian diets have similar growth to those who eat meat, but proper planning is important.
The scientific reason why your toddler only loves mac and cheese
(…or hotdogs or yogurt or chicken nuggets.)
One way to prevent kids from getting sick? Try cow colostrum
Studies show cow colostrum can significantly reduce the number of upper respiratory tract infections in kids.