Nicole Ballantine, RD

05/04/2024

Ashley Simmons and myself are excited to announce our Food Explorers Workshop to help families address problematic feeding behaviours!

You are not alone if you feel mealtimes are a constant battle. Our workshop is designed to expose kids to new foods in a group environment. Together we hope to play, explore and try some challenging foods. Our goal is to help parents feel more confident in feeding their kids.

Reach out if you have any questions!

07/02/2023

This is a great read

What are processed foods, and why do I want you to eat them? Yes, even the ultra-processed ones. Read more here.

31/10/2022

12 years! I couldn't have asked for a better partner. Can't wait to see what the next 50 years has in store for us. Love this guy to the moon and back.

03/08/2022

Happy Birthday to our smart, strong willed, kind and loving girls!

We love you to the moon and back.

29/07/2022

Anyone else excited?

25/07/2022

When I'm craving a sandwich I want it on this cheese and herb bread.

I use my basic bread recipe and mix in shredded cheddar cheese with a variety of fresh herbs from my garden before shaping the loaf and placing it in the loaf pan. The herbs often differ depending on the time of year. A combination of chives, oregano, basil, parsley, dill, thyme, rosemary and tarragon all work.

If you make your own bread, try this. You won't be disappointed.

22/07/2022

Travelling with kids is a true test of patience.

18/07/2022

My kids often ask me what's my favourite food and I can never answer them because it all depends on what I feel like in the moment. ⁠

I love freshly picked berries,
a crisp salad on a hot summer day,
ice cream (the full fat kind - White Chocolate Raspberry Thunder 😋),
sweet juicy watermelon,.....the list could go on and on

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Do you have a favourite summer time food or snack?⁠
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15/07/2022

Have you tried these Crispy Dillies???

They take salad to a whole new level. They add a little crunch and a ton of flavour.

Any other dill pickle fans out there?

11/07/2022

I am seeing more and more teens for eating disorders and it can often catch parents off guard (understandably so).

Did you know that teenagers should be gaining multiple pounds per year for optimal growth?⁠
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A lot of growth occurs during the teenage years! Bone density is increasing, muscles are developing and their digestive tract matures. It is normal to gain 5-15 pounds per year. This can be scary for teens, especially in our weight centric culture where weight gain is seen as undesirable.⁠
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If your child is losing weight, maintaining weight or dropping in their growth chart, please get them assessed by their family physician. Eating disorders are so common among this age group and the earlier they get help, the better their outcome is.⁠
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