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Nutrition

Support your well-being and make healthful choices with Motherly’s family nutrition guide, filled with science-backed guidance and recipes.

Picky eater child

Parents aren’t to blame for their kid’s picky eating, study finds

So if you have a picky eater, blame your kid’s DNA, not your dinnertime habits. 

Updated Nov. 26, 2024
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Starting solids? Don’t miss the ‘flavor window’

From purees to Pad Thai: An expert shares how and when to introduce bold flavors to your budding foodie.

Updated Oct. 04, 2024
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This new baby food company lets you check each package for heavy metals

Babylife Organics is adding a whole new level of transparency when it comes to heavy metal testing.

Updated Oct. 01, 2024
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Is your kid not eating the lunches you pack? Try these tips

An expert behind Feeding Littles—and the new book, “Feeding Littles Lunches”—shares key reasons and smart ideas to try.

Updated Aug. 27, 2024
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10 healthy cereal options to get you through busy school mornings

Even as an RD, I don’t always have it in me to make breakfast from scratch.

Updated Aug. 21, 2024
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Why I fully embrace ‘toddler dinner’—even as a dietitian

No cooking, zero prep, minimal cleanup. Have I sold you yet?

Updated Jun. 11, 2024
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Eggs during pregnancy

6 reasons you should eat them when expecting.

Updated Aug. 07, 2024
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5 ways to add protein to your pregnancy diet

Protein is crucial for your baby's growth and for your health.

Updated Aug. 06, 2024
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10 foods to increase sperm count, according to a dietitian

If you're looking to boost sperm count and fertility while trying to conceive, make sure your partner knows about these foods.

Updated Mar. 07, 2024
healthy snack bars for kids

I’m a dietitian and here are my 10 favorite snack bars for kids 

Bars that are full of all the nutrients you want your kids to eat more of—with flavors they’ll love.

Updated Feb. 29, 2024

10 healthy, on-the-go snacks for busy moms, according to a dietitian

The perfect healthy snacks to stash in your purse, diaper bag and car for anytime hunger strikes.

Updated Mar. 04, 2024

10 reasons to use turmeric after birth

This bright kitchen spice has powerful health benefits.

Updated Sep. 15, 2022
woman stocking fridge with food postpartum meal-prep

Your ultimate guide to postpartum meal-prep, according to a dietitian

We get it: In those early months, your own hunger often takes a backseat to your baby’s.

Updated Jan. 26, 2024

Diet culture deeply impacts kids of all ages: 5 ways parents can break the cycle

Parents shape the way kids think about food and their bodies forever.

Updated Dec. 22, 2023
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Mediterranean diet may support IVF success

The Mediterranean eating plan has the best evidence for trying to conceive.

Updated Dec. 21, 2023
child eating soup at the table- fiber rich foods for kids

Fiber rich foods to make little tummies feel good

Happy tummies and healthy kids.

Updated Aug. 16, 2023
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Jessica Biel gets real about navigating picky eating and school lunches

In an interview with Motherly, the “Candy” actress shares the importance of celebrating small wins.

Updated Aug. 08, 2023
mother breastfeeding infant - breastfeeding nutrition myths

7 breastfeeding nutrition myths we’d like to clear up

Can you (finally) drink coffee? What's the deal with lactation cookies? Here's the lowdown.

Updated Jun. 08, 2023
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