Pediatric Nutrition

Pediatric Nutrition

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Specialized nutrition care for children and adolescents

What is Pediatric Nutrition?

Pediatric nutrition focuses on meeting the unique nutritional needs of children and adolescents to support optimal growth, development, and health.

Signs and Symptoms

Growth Issues

Development concerns

  • Poor weight gain
  • Delayed growth
  • Failure to thrive
  • Stunted height

Eating Behaviors

Feeding difficulties

  • Picky eating
  • Food refusal
  • Extreme food selectivity
  • Mealtime battles

Causes

Nutritional Factors

Diet-related causes

  • Inadequate calorie intake
  • Nutrient deficiencies
  • Poor food choices
  • Inconsistent meals

Behavioral Factors

Feeding-related issues

  • Sensory sensitivities
  • Control issues
  • Family dynamics
  • Medical conditions

Health Risks

Growth Complications

Development risks

  • Growth delays
  • Cognitive delays
  • Immune system weakness
  • Bone health issues

Behavioral Risks

Long-term consequences

  • Eating disorders
  • Social difficulties
  • Academic problems
  • Family stress

Working with a Registered Dietitian

Our pediatric dietitians use family-centered approaches to address nutritional needs while making mealtimes enjoyable and stress-free.

How We Help:

  • Age-appropriate nutrition education
  • Family-centered care approach
  • Fun and engaging meal planning
  • Growth monitoring and assessment
  • Behavioral feeding strategies

Expected Outcomes:

Children develop healthy eating habits, meet growth milestones, and families enjoy stress-free mealtimes with improved nutrition.