The Pediatric Dietitian

Summers don’t have to derail your child’s nutrition. In this episode of The Pediatric Dietitian Podcast , pediatric dietitians Jen and Danielle break down what actually helps families stay consistent during the chaos of summer—without turning it into an all-or-nothing situation. From vacations and camps to grandparents and constant parties, they explain why most families lose progress…and what the...

In this episode, we cover: When to start solids (and signs your baby is ready) Purees vs. baby-led weaning — and why you don’t have to choose Why staying on purees too long can lead to feeding challenges The difference between gagging vs. choking (and what to do) How to introduce allergen foods safely Why texture exposure is critical for development How to prevent picky eating early on Why “kid fo...

Is your child a picky eater… or is it something more serious? In this episode of The Pediatric Dietitian Podcast , pediatric dietitians Jen & Danielle break down everything parents need to know about picky eating—what’s normal , what’s not , and when it’s time to seek help. We’re talking real-life strategies (not generic advice) to help you prevent, manage, and even reverse picky eating —witho...

If your child is struggling with obesity and you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated — this episode is for you. In this episode, Jen and Danielle (clinical pediatric dietitians) share real-life, practical strategies to help parents manage childhood obesity without extreme diets, shame, or quick fixes. We talk about what actually works in real families — including: • Why pediatricians often don’...

Childhood obesity isn’t caused by one “bad food” or one parenting mistake. In this episode, Jen + Danielle (UCLA clinical pediatric dietitians) break down why childhood obesity is so common, what’s driving it in real families, and what actually helps—without shame, extremes, or diet culture. We talk about the real-life factors that matter: - Why childhood obesity is multifactorial (culture + porti...

First-time parent feeding advice online can be so misleading — and it can create unnecessary anxiety around bottles, formula ounces, starting solids, choking fears, and what “healthy” really means. In this episode, Jen + Danielle (UCLA clinical pediatric dietitians) break down the most common mistakes we see first-time parents make—not to shame anyone, but to help you avoid the stress spiral and g...

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 com...

When should you actually start focusing on your child’s nutrition—before school? Before sports? When picky eating starts? In this episode, Jen + Danielle (UCLA clinical pediatric dietitians) break down the real answer: start now—and ideally, start before your kids are even born. Because your child’s eating habits don’t begin with them… they begin with the adults in the home. We talk about: Why par...