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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!

The Food Journey Starting Solids

The Food Journey: Introducing Solids

And just like that your little bundle is six months old. Hopefully by now your baby is (eh-hem) sleeping through the night and you’re TOTALLY rested. Something like that, right? Honestly, I remember when people...
Can screen time damage children's eyes?

Can Screen Time Damage Kids' Eyes?

Screen Time Damage By: Dr. Rupa Wong As a pediatric ophthalmologist, this is one of the most common questions I get from the parents of my patients. Their kid is gaming 7 hours in a...
child refusing food

11 Ways to Get Your Picky Eater to Enjoy New Foods

Help Your Picky Eater Try New Foods By: Dr. Melissa Choi As a physician and second-time mom, I thought I had the feeding routine figured out.  Daughter #1 ate every pureed food as an infant,...
children's health, healthy habits

Top 5 Healthy Habits to Teach Your Kids

By Cherie Chu, MD DipABLM: Take the time to teach your kids healthy habits now, and you will set them up for success for a lifetime of wellness. It may take a little extra work on...
Physical Activity for Kids: Why and How?

Physical Activity for Kids: Why and How?

We often talk about healthy eating habits at Ahimsa. Well, we are a dinnerware company after all! However, nutrition is just one part of the bigger picture of health and wellness. We must not forget other...
Ahimsa Experts discuss healthy eating and picky eaters

How to Encourage Kids to Eat New Foods: 4 Ways

Some days feeding your kids probably feels easier than others. Know the feeling? Why is it never straightforward? It could be the weather, your mood, your little one’s appetite...there are lots of variables, most unpredictable.

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