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The Pediatrician Kitchen

Dr. M empowers parents and kids to blend the joy of cooking with the science of medicine to create a recipe for good health. Let her be your expert guide to making mealtime more mindful with tips, recipes, activities and more!

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Non-Toxic Plates for Kids: Safer Mealtimes, Healthier Lives

Why Non Toxic Plates for Toddlers Are a Must for Health-Conscious Families

By Dr. Manasa Mantravadi

Why Non-Toxic Plates for Toddlers Are a Must for Health-Conscious Families My heart skipped a beat. As a pediatrician, I’ve spent countless hours poring over research, and I’ve always felt confident in my ability to...
Blue Zone Living for Families + Easy Black Bean Rice Recipe

Kickstart Your Family’s Health This January: Blue Zone Living for Modern Families

By Dr. Manasa Mantravadi

As the New Year begins, many families are searching for ways to live healthier, longer lives. But with busy schedules, picky eaters, and endless distractions, it can feel overwhelming to prioritize health. That’s where inspiration...
Benefits of Stainless Steel Dinnerware for Your Family

The Benefits of Switching to Stainless Steel Dinnerware for Your Family

By Dr. Manasa Mantravadi

Family meals can feel like a whirlwind—spills, dropped plates, and the constant cleanup. Finding sustainable dishware that keeps up with it all? That’s not always easy. Plastic gets scratched and worn in no time. Glass...
Ditch Sugary Drinks: Healthy Alternatives for Your Kids

Replace Sodas and Juice with These Healthy Drink Recipes to Boost Your Kids’ Immunity and Nutrition

By Dr. Manasa Mantravadi

As the New Year begins, many parents are searching for ways to make healthier choices for their families. One of the easiest (and most impactful) resolutions you can make this year is to swap out...
Healthy Mealtime With Stainless Steel Toddler Plates

How Stainless Steel Toddler Plates Support Healthy and Sustainable Mealtime

By Dr. Manasa Mantravadi

Healthy, happy kids thrive on the choices we make every day—especially at mealtime. Sitting down to eat is more than just filling plates. It’s a chance to shape lifelong habits that support their bodies, strengthen...
Easy Kichdi Recipe: Healthy, One-Pot Meal for Busy Moms

A Pediatrician Mom's Easy, Healing Kichdi Recipe From My Indian Kitchen

By Dr. Manasa Mantravadi

As a busy pediatrician and mom of three, I juggle packed schedules, school pick-ups, and my patients’ needs daily. Amid this whirlwind, I’ve come to deeply appreciate kitchen traditions that nourish not just the body,...
How to Reduce Microplastics | Two Children Snacking from Ahimsa Dishware

How to Build a Clean Food Plan That Works for Busy Moms and Their Families

By Dr. Manasa Mantravadi

With school drop-offs, work meetings, and soccer practice, making sure everyone eats something halfway decent can feel like juggling a million things at once. I get it. The to-do list is longer than the day,...
Sheet Pan Dinners: A Delicious Way to Get Your Kids to Eat More Veggies

Sheet Pan Dinners: A Delicious Way to Get Your Kids to Eat More Veggies

By Dr. Manasa Mantravadi

As a busy mom and pediatrician, I understand the daily struggle of getting kids to eat their vegetables. Research shows that most children in the U.S. aren’t meeting their daily vegetable requirements. Instead, they’re consuming...
How to Reduce Microplastics | Two Children Snacking from Ahimsa Dishware

How to Reduce Microplastics in Your Home and Daily Life

By Dr. Manasa Mantravadi

Microplastics end up almost everywhere—our water, air, and even the food we eat—as tiny pieces of plastic. They come from degraded plastic waste, synthetic fabrics, and disposable containers. Their effects on health and the environment...

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