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How much should your toddler eat?
Reviewed by Erin Hinga, M.S., R.D., registered dietitian
A child drinking milk from a bottle
When can babies drink milk?
Reviewed by Dina DiMaggio, M.D., pediatrician
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Magnesium in your child's diet
Reviewed by Nancy Hudson, M.S., R.D., registered dietitian
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How much vitamin C kids and toddlers need in their diet
Reviewed by Erin Hinga, M.S., R.D., registered dietitian
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Is it safe to give soy milk to toddlers who won't drink cow's milk?
By Jatinder Bhatia, M.D.
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Vitamin A in your child's diet
Reviewed by Nancy Hudson, M.S., R.D., registered dietitian
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I've heard that soy milk contains hormones. Are they safe for my toddler?
By Debby Demory-Luce, RD, LD
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Foods that can be unsafe for your child
Reviewed by Erin Hinga, M.S., R.D., registered dietitian
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My toddler bruises easily. Could this be a sign of a vitamin deficiency?
By Marilyn Swanson, Ph.D., RD, LD
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How to respond when your child plays with their food
By Heidi McIndoo, MS, RD, LDN
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Zinc in your child's diet
Reviewed by Bridget Swinney, M.S., R.D., nutritionist
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Potassium in your child's diet
Reviewed by Bridget Swinney, M.S., R.D., nutritionist
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Parent tips: How can I get my child to drink more water?
By Kate Marple
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Calcium in your child's diet
Reviewed by Jennifer Shu, M.D., FAAP, pediatrician
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Vitamin D in your child's diet
Reviewed by Nancy Hudson, M.S., R.D., registered dietitian
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Iron in your child's diet
Reviewed by KT Park, M.D., gastroenterologist
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11 superfoods to boost any kid's diet
Reviewed by Erin Hinga, M.S., R.D., registered dietitian
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Vitamin E in your child's diet
Reviewed by Nancy Hudson, M.S., R.D., registered dietitian
Is it safe for my child to drink rice milk?
By Jatinder Bhatia, M.D.
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Parents Say: How I get my child to take fish oil supplements?
Reviewed by Nancy Hudson, M.S., R.D., registered dietitian
A toddler drinking from a mug
The 13 best and worst drinks for thirsty kids
Reviewed by Erin Hinga, M.S., R.D., registered dietitian
mom trying to feed her toddler a grape
Parents Say: How to get your child to eat more fruits and veggies
By Lucy Robinson
Toddler feeding guide
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3 essential tips for feeding toddlers
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Foods I give my toddler
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Feeding Problems & Concerns

My toddler wants only junk food. What should I do?
By Jan Barger, RN, MA, IBCLC, FILCA
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Is it normal that my toddler hardly seems to eat anything?
By Darienne Hosley Stewart
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Feeding problems: Tonsillitis
By Angela Tiene
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Gagging in toddlers
Reviewed by Nancy Showen, M.D., pediatrician
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My toddler refuses to give up the bedtime bottle. What can we do?
By Penelope Leach, Ph.D.
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My toddler insists on eating her meals on my lap. What should I do?
By Penelope Leach, Ph.D.
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How to handle a picky eater
Reviewed by Nancy Showen, M.D., pediatrician
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Feeding problems: Refusing to eat
Reviewed by Lisa Dana, M.D.
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How to avoid making meals a power struggle
By Kate Marple
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9 ways to cope with picky eaters
Reviewed by Dawn Rosenberg, M.D., pediatrician
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Picky eaters (Mom confidential)
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The 13 best and worst drinks for thirsty kids
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boy feeding himself with a plastic spoon
How much should your toddler eat?
Reviewed by Erin Hinga, M.S., R.D., registered dietitian
Toddler feeding guide
- Ad content for Horizon Organic -
A father serving a child scrambled eggs
11 superfoods to boost any kid's diet
Reviewed by Erin Hinga, M.S., R.D., registered dietitian
Toddler picking up an orange while a pregnant woman watches
How much vitamin C kids and toddlers need in their diet
Reviewed by Erin Hinga, M.S., R.D., registered dietitian
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When can babies drink milk?
Reviewed by Dina DiMaggio, M.D., pediatrician
child eating popcorn
Foods that can be unsafe for your child
Reviewed by Erin Hinga, M.S., R.D., registered dietitian
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Parents Say: How to get your child to eat more fruits and veggies
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