by Annika Rockwell, RD/LN | Kids Nutrition
If you are traveling out of town, many moms report that they have successfully frozen numerous breastmilk bags containing the formula and put them on ice and taken them past security check and on-board with them with no problems. Most airlines security check points...
by Annika Rockwell, RD/LN | Kids Nutrition
Yes, it is possible to freeze the formula in individual bottles or breast milk storage bags if it is done only OCCASIONALLY and INFREQUENTLY, for example during travel. Ideally, you make your batch fresh daily and keep it no longer than 24 hrs in the fridge. Your goal...
by Annika Rockwell, RD/LN | Baby Nutrition
Q: I am desperate not to feed my 24 week old infant commercial formula which contains high fructose corn syrup, soy, and hexane residue (from Life’s DHA). So I’ve been making my own infant formula, but she vomited twice after eating nutritional yeast...
by Annika Rockwell, RD/LN | Baby Nutrition
Q: Is there any brand of organic baby formula you would recommend? A: Unfortunately, there are no brands of infant formula that I can recommend with confidence since all the ones I know of in the US include corn syrup (a dangerous genetically modified food), and other...
by Annika Rockwell, RD/LN | Baby Nutrition, Kids Nutrition
First, try to figure out what caused the UTI so you can address the underlying issue. Has your child been on antibotics? Does your child take bubble baths? Does she drink enough water? Consume sugar or processed/refined foods? Does her diet contain a natural source...
by Annika Rockwell, RD/LN | Constipation, Kids Nutrition
Does your child experience frequent constipation or have trouble passing stools? A healthy child should have 1-2 stools daily. If your child is not having regular bowel activity, the immune system becomes weakened and it leaves the body vulnerable to developing...
by Annika Rockwell, RD/LN | Baby Nutrition
Human milk is richer in whey, lactose, vitamin C, B12, folic acid, niacin, and long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids compared to goat’s milk but leaner in protein (casein- the milk protein). See comparison chart below. The recipe offers a formula which is second best...
by Annika Rockwell, RD/LN | Baby Nutrition, Growth & Weight Gain Concerns
Is Organic Worth it for Your Toddler? The Great Organic Debate By Dr. Jordin Rubin To eat organic or not to eat organic? That’s the question. So let’s take a closer look. First off, organic food is produced by farmers who use renewable resources and conserve soil and...
by Annika Rockwell, RD/LN | Featured, Kids Nutrition
Q: I’m not sure if my 3 year old child is getting enough vitamins in his diet. Are there any common vitamin deficiencies in kids I should look out for? What foods contain a lot of vitamins? A: The most common nutrient deficiencies found in children in the US...
by Annika Rockwell, RD/LN | Baby Health, Kids Nutrition
Q: I have an 11 month old daughter that her pediatrician says has a yeast infection on her skin. About two months ago Layla was constantly itching, she was getting daily rashes that wouldn’t go away (redness and swelling), the sides of her thighs were dark and...
by Annika Rockwell, RD/LN | Featured, Kids Nutrition, Picky Eaters
Question: I have a 3 yr old and his dentist is telling me that he has serious cavities and needs to be put under anesthesia to have fillings done. I have trying my best to remineralize his teeth by feeding him better foods such as those listed in Rami Nagel’s...
by Annika Rockwell, RD/LN | Kids Nutrition, Vitamins & Supplements
Q: I have a 20 month old girl who is small for her age (5th percentile) and cannot tolerate cow milk (she drinks goat milk instead). I heard that Abies Pectinata helps with calcium absorption and bone strength, is this true? I also read that AbiesPectinata and Betula...
by Annika Rockwell, RD/LN | Resources
It’s critical to avoid GMO foods, especially for infants and toddlers who are so susceptible to the damaging effects of genetically engineered foods. You will be SHOCKED to see all the big brands of packaged foods which use GMO ingredients in their food. Please...
by Annika Rockwell, RD/LN | Featured, Kids Nutrition, Picky Eaters
How do you get a “Picky Eater” to eat veggies? If your child is a “picky eater” and not willing to eat his veggies or veggie soup, then you are most likely a very frustrated parent! How did this happen? Research shows that when infants and...