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It’s More Than Just Calcium
Many children enjoy and even favour some plant-based milk alternatives over dairy for their sweeter taste. This is all fine as long as all nutritional needs are met. It’s not always the case.
Dietary Requirements Responsibilities
When it comes to children's food safety in the early learning environment, the old saying fits perfectly: "It takes a village to raise a child". Everyone plays a specific role and all are equally important.
Gluten Intolerance
How can we navigate the ocean of confusing information about feeding a child with gluten sensitivity while making sure they aren’t missing out on nutrition?
Foods Blanket-Ban: Evidence-Based or Fear-Based?
Are we acting in children’s best interest when we adopt practices such as blanket-ban of certain foods? Who are we really keeping safe?
Lactose-Free Doesn’t Have to Mean DAIRY-FREE
Many early childhood educational services (daycare, preschool) have a dairy avoidance or ban approach to allergy management. This article discusses the problems with this practice and practical alternatives to keep nutritious dairy on the menu.
Cheese Puffs
Cheese puffs are a Brazilian delicacy that many Australians enjoy as much. They are gluten free and suitable for breakfast, quick meals, lunchbox… anytime really!
