Puberty is one of the most transformative and significant events in every child’s life: marking the transition from childhood to adulthood. As kids begin puberty, dramatic physical and emotional changes take place. Kids gain about 20 percent of their final adult weight, bone mass increases by about 40 percent, organs grow bigger and the brain […]
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Nursing your baby? Check out these FAQs on breastfeeding nutrition
When you’re expecting, it’s rather clear what you can and cannot eat or drink, but when it comes to breastfeeding, many moms have their fair share of questions. Should I avoid the same foods I did while pregnant? Can I have an occasional drink? Should I eat more than normal? Whether you’re a new mom […]
Nutritionist-approved tips to help teens adopt healthier eating habits
Teenagers are on the go, whether it’s off to sports practice, hanging with friends or heading to a study group. So when it comes to food, they are looking for fast and convenient—and they typically don’t have health on their minds. “As teens become more independent, spending time outside the home and away from parents, […]
Could a declining sports performance be nutrition related?
Blazing running speed, powerful muscles and quick maneuvering are all signs of a strong athlete. But, behind all that speed, power and agility is more than just practice, exercise and strength training. Good nutrition is essential in order to enhance athletic performance both on and off the field. For kids, it’s even more critical because […]
More Than a Job: Dietitian Jessica Barbieri helps patients thrive
Jessica Barbieri isn’t your average dietitian. Working in both the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) and The Adult and Pediatric Burn Institute, supported by The Paul and Carol David Foundation at Akron Children’s, she plays a vital role in ensuring our most vulnerable patients receive the specialized nutrition they need to heal and grow. “I’ve […]
Akron Children’s Nurturing Families Program adds prenatal specialty program to help couples navigate pregnancy, delivery and new parenthood
Julia Price first heard that Akron Children’s Nurturing Families Program (NFP) offered a specialty program focused on the prenatal experience when she was pregnant with her first child. She decided to enroll in the specialized program to understand what to expect from pregnancy and parenthood. “I was 31 and nervous about what to expect,” said […]