by DanielleBinns | May 2, 2025 | Feeding strategies, Kids' nutrition, Picky Eaters
As a pediatric nutritionist – and a mom of three – I’ve seen picky eating from both sides of the table. At one point, my daughter would barely eat anything beyond crackers, cucumbers, and blueberries. Dinner often ended in frustration, bribery, or tears (mine and...
by DanielleBinns | Feb 22, 2025 | Kids' nutrition, Picky Eaters
Finding the best fish for kids can feel impossible — after all, most picky eaters refuse seafood before even trying it. But what if your child asked for fish instead of their usual favourites? That’s exactly what happened when my 7-year-old ran came home from school...
by DanielleBinns | Oct 26, 2024 | Feeding strategies, Kids' nutrition
Do you find yourself dreading Halloween because of all the candy your kids collect? You’re not alone! Many parents struggle with how to handle Halloween candy without turning it into a sugar fest. The good news? There are strategies that can make it easier—and...
by DanielleBinns | Sep 25, 2024 | Kids' nutrition, Picky Eaters
“I was picky as a kid – and now, my kid is too” Sound familiar? Could picky eating be a result of genetics – and something you can’t change? I was interviewed on CBC Radio this week and asked to share my insights on the study as a picky eating...
by DanielleBinns | Jan 23, 2024 | Feeding strategies, Health tips, Kids' nutrition
Did you know that the food our kids eat can play a crucial role in shaping their behaviour? What your child eats can even address aggressive behaviours like bullying. A recent study, the 2019 Canadian Health Survey on Children and Youth (CHSCY), shed light on a...
by DanielleBinns | Dec 15, 2023 | Health tips, Healthy foods, Kids' nutrition, Motherhood, Picky Eaters
Is your child a healthy eater at school? I remember putting so much energy into creating a healthy eating atmosphere at home. But only to open my daughter’s lunch box after school and see she’s eaten everything – except the fruits or veggies. Research tells us...