Infant Nutrition: Choosing a Formula
Selecting the correct formula for an infant can seem like a daunting task, but it really should not be. There are so many choices on the shelves that it can be overwhelming, particularly if you have never used formula before.…
Update: Food Allergy Prevention Guidelines
Food allergies are prevalent in our society, and seem to be increasing in frequency. While children can have an allergic reaction to virtually any food, there are some that are more common than others. These include: Peanut Tree nuts Cow’s…
Is Baby Food Safe?
It seems that every few months I see a headline declaring the presence of heavy metals, such as inorganic arsenic, lead, and mercury, in commercially prepared baby foods. It doesn’t seem to matter whether the baby food is name brand,…
Infant Nutrition – Feeding Your Baby Step-by-Step
One of the most common questions I hear from parents of newborns and infants is “how much is my baby supposed to be eating?” A good general answer is to watch how your baby acts after a feeding – babies…
