Ep 2: Common Pediatric Nutrition ...
Ep 2: Common Pediatric Nutrition Mistakes (Doctors & First-Time Parents)

The Pediatric Dietitian by Jen Ross, RD and Danielle Mein, RD

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In this episode, Jen + Danielle (UCLA clinical pediatric dietitians) talk about common nutrition mistakes we see every single day—from both pediatricians and first-time parents. This episode is lighthearted, honest, and educational… but also important. Because some of these well-intentioned recommendations can actually delay progress, worsen feeding issues, or create long-term problems when it comes to growth, weight, and nutrition. We cover: Common nutrition mistakes pediatricians make (and why they happen) When failure to thrive should be taken more seriously—and what parents should watch for Why weight alone is never the full picture Infant formula mistakes that can cause constipation, reflux, kidney stress, or poor weight gain Why toddler formulas are usually unnecessary (and often expensive marketing) Bottle → cup transitions and what not to ... 

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picky eatingnutritionnutrition for kidshealthier familyhealthy habitslong term health