Child Nutrition

Support healthy eating with Motherly’s science-backed advice about child nutrition and food for kids.

News

Picky eating in kids is mostly due to genetics, study says

Parents, it's not your fault.

Child Nutrition

6 Trader Joe’s lunch box heroes I always have on hand

These pantry staples make packing my kids’ lunches *way* easier.

Child Nutrition

8 nutritionist-approved kids lunch ideas—that aren’t sandwiches

Is that turkey-and-cheese coming back untouched? It’s time to think beyond the bread.

Child Nutrition

The best foods to feed your sick toddler, according to a pediatric dietitian

Breakfast for dinner, anyone?

News

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.

Child Nutrition

Should we really be worried about picky eaters?

Parents and kids already have enough on their plates, literally.

Toddler Nutrition

Got a picky eater? Bookmark these 11 articles now

Your guide to child nutrition starts here.

Viral & Trending

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.

Viral & Trending

Dad goes viral for response to teachers who criticized his daughter’s ‘non-healthy’ lunch

Dad 1, teachers 0

Children's Health

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.

Child Nutrition

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.

Nutrition

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.