Getting kids in the kitchen to decrease picky eating tendencies is very popular on social media. But you may be worried that it will take more time to get dinner...

Breakfast can be a great time for exposing your kids to new textures and tastes. Share that morning sunshine with my delicious tips for preparing and serving pancakes to your...

Parents often ask me how to introduce an apple to their baby safely. Below I have outlined my expert feeding tips to avoid choking risk and to discover safe ways...

Teaching your baby to drink from an open cup is a messy but important milestone for your baby. As a pediatric feeding specialist, I sometimes see parents struggle with teaching...

Waffles can be a terrific texture for both babies and toddlers. Here are some yummy ways to prepare, serve, freeze and reheat waffles for your kids.  Preparation: Since dry waffles...

Every parent has to choose what type of cup they are going to use with their baby or toddler. However, most families aren’t aware that their choice can affect their...

Back to school anxiety can occur for parents, therapists, teachers and kids. This overwhelming feeling is real, and it can wreak havoc for children who already struggle to eat. Here...

Are you curious about how your baby is going to grasp food or hold a spoon? Many of the families I work with want to know what fine motor feeding...

I’ve had the opportunity to work with hundreds of daycare centers. During my courses on baby-led weaning (BLW) and choking prevention, I have learned about the various rules applied at...

Are you taking a road trip with the kids this summer? Traveling in the car for several hours means hungry and thirsty kiddos. So, on this blog I have provided...

If you are a mom or a mom-to-be of multiples, you may wonder how you can feed more than one baby at the same time. Welcome to baby-led weaning (BLW) mama...

Many parents I work with aren’t sure what dishes and feeding gear are needed for starting solids. This can lead to buying 5 (or more!) different types of dishes. But the...

Mother’s Day is coming up, and moms everywhere deserve to be spoiled! To help, Ms. Dawn has created a Gift Guide tailored to moms. Here are a few gift ideas...

Whether you are eating at home, a restaurant or heading out on a trip, having a mealtime plan is critical for any parent. And the plan not only consists of...

Babies are supposed to be a part of family mealtime and have access to most of the foods you are eating. But there are some foods and liquids that should...

Looking to incorporate more fruits and vegetables in your kid's diet? Encouraging them to “eat a rainbow” this month can be a fun way to celebrate St. Patty’s day and other fun...

Are you a mom that craves candy and flowers for Valentine’s Day? Or, perhaps you want a gift that is functional and chic for everyday use? Well, practical mama, we...

It’s getting cold outside, which means it’s time for warm beverages. But can babies and toddlers have warm beverages, too? Yes! With the below ideas you can keep your little...

As an international feeding specialist, I teach families across the globe. And no matter what country the parent is from, one of the biggest concerns I hear about is water...

Turkey is more than the centerpiece of the picture-perfect Thanksgiving table; it is a surprisingly versatile protein for your little ones. Here are several ideas for preparing turkey for your...

In the course of my career as a feeding specialist (25+ years), I’ve always had a hard time finding a safe straw for teaching straw drinking to babies and toddlers....

Parents who have children that struggle with picky eating want tips to help their little ones focus on mealtime (and actually eat!). As a Pediatric Feeding Specialist, one of my...

Emojis are used every day as a digital way to communicate how we are feeling with others. Emojis have become so common in our culture, in fact, that even children...

When I was a kid, we had family meetings and difficult conversations while eating at the dinner table. Mealtime was always a safe place to have discussions and take the...