It’s well-known that the way a parent or caregiver speaks to a child has an impact on their behaviour, but research is increasingly showing that this is also true for how children form eating habits. How we speak to children about food is just as important for their on-going health and development, as what we…
Deciding whether to have an in-house chef or have food brought into your centre is never easy. While an in-house chef may sound appealing, it can have many limitations for Centre Directors and educators particularly given the current labour market, when resources are absent and the increasing complexity of childhood nutrition and allergy management. Here…
There is a popular saying “knowledge is knowing that a tomato is a fruit, but wisdom is not putting it in a fruit salad”! Tomatoes are a great source of dietary fibre, vitamin C, folate and the antioxidant lycopene, which has been researched for its role in cancer prevention and heart health. Cooked tomatoes contain…
Mealtimes offer a great opportunity to nourish more than our children’s bodies. Sharing a meal is the perfect opportunity to help children learn more about themselves, those around them, and their world. Here are some fun suggestions for nourishing young brains and hearts, as they enjoy their food. Let’s work together. Shared mealtimes can…
Australian children have the highest prevalence of food allergy in the world. Parents are stressed and childcare providers are at the frontline. With so many guidelines and responsibilities, we’ve compiled 5 top tips for reducing worry and risk for all. 1. Communication, Communication, Communication Parents of allergy-affected children are seeking reassurance than ever.…