Dietitian Laksh*ta Jain, Krishna Hospital, Chander Lok, Pitampura, Delhi (2025)

07/10/2025

“Mom vs Baby” Protein Meal Ideas (6–12 months) — perfect for Indian homes by Dietitian Laksh*ta Jain.

1. Egg Love
Mom: Masala omelet toast (1 egg)
Baby: ½ boiled egg mashed with ghee 🧈
(Egg = Protein, Iron & Choline for brain growth)

2. Paneer Power
Mom: Paneer bhurji (½ cup) + 1 chapati
Baby: Soft paneer cubes (2 tbsp) mashed in dal
(Protein & Calcium = strong bones)

3. Chicken Starter
Mom: Grilled chicken bowl (75g)
Baby: Shredded chicken (2 tbsp) mixed in rice
(Iron, Zinc & Protein for steady growth)

4. Dal Comfort
Mom: Moong dal khichdi (1 bowl) + salad
Baby: Moong dal mash (3 tbsp) with ghee
(Gentle on tummy, rich in protein)

5. Fish Boost
Mom: Tilapia curry (75g) + rice
Baby: Mashed steamed fish (2 tbsp) with rice
(Omega-3 = sharp eyes & brain)

6. Nut Strength (9+ months)
Mom: Almond smoothie (1 cup)
Baby: ½ tsp dry fruit powder in porridge
(Healthy fats & protein = steady weight gain)

7. Curd Delight
Mom: Curd + fruits + flax (½ bowl)
Baby: Curd (2 tbsp) + mashed banana
(Protein & probiotics = happy tummy)

8. Sprout Stage (10+ months)
Mom: Moong sprout salad (½ cup)
Baby: Boiled sprout mash (2 tbsp) + rice
(Plant protein & iron power combo)

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06/10/2025

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Moms often ask me – “How do I make my toddler’s food both tasty and nutritious?”

Here are 9 tried & tested Indian recipes. Each recipe is high protein (paneer, dal, egg, sprouts, peanuts, ragi, besan, rajma) & high iron (spinach, dates, rajma, ragi, egg yolk, peanuts)

Recipes with Portion Size & Quick Method:

1️⃣ Mini Veg Poha with Peanuts – Cook 2 tbsp (15 g) poha with 1 tbsp carrot, 1 tbsp spinach, 1 tsp peas, add 1 tsp roasted peanut powder and finish with ½ tsp ghee.

2️⃣ Besan Chilla with Veggies – Make a batter with 2 tbsp (15 g) besan, 1 tbsp paneer, 1 tbsp carrot, 1 tbsp spinach puree, 1 tsp curd, and cook into a soft chilla with ½ tsp ghee.

3️⃣ Idli with Sambar (Toddler Version) – Serve 1 small idli (20 g) with a soft sambar made from 1 tbsp moong dal, 1 tbsp pumpkin, 1 tbsp drumstick pulp, 1 tbsp tomato, finished with ½ tsp ghee.

4️⃣ Sprouted Moong Dosa (Soft) – Blend 2 tbsp (20 g) sprouted moong with 1 tsp rice flour, 1 tbsp beetroot, cook as a soft dosa in ½ tsp ghee.

5️⃣ Rajma Mash with Rice – Mash 2 tbsp (20 g) boiled rajma and mix with 2 tbsp (30 g) soft cooked rice, 2 tbsp tomato puree, 1 tbsp spinach puree, and add ½ tsp ghee.

6️⃣ Paneer Paratha – Knead dough with 2 tbsp (15 g) whole wheat flour, 1 tbsp spinach puree, 1 tsp curd, stuff with 2 tbsp (20 g) grated paneer, cook soft with ½ tsp ghee.

7️⃣ Ragi Porridge with Dates Purée – Cook 1 tbsp (10 g) ragi flour in ¾ cup water, stir in 1 tbsp dates puree, ¼ cup (50 ml) milk, ½ tsp almond powder for sweetness

8️⃣ Moong Dal Khichdi with Ghee – Pressure cook 1 tbsp (15 g) moong dal, 1 tbsp (15 g) rice, 1 tbsp carrot, 1 tbsp spinach, pinch jeera in 1 cup water, mash well and add ½ tsp ghee.

9️⃣ Mashed Egg Curry with Rice – Cook a curry with 2 tbsp tomato puree, 1 tbsp onion (optional), 1 tbsp spinach puree, mix in 1 mashed boiled egg, and serve with 2 tbsp (30 g) soft rice + ½ tsp ghee.

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05/10/2025

A new mom came to me, worried about her 6.5-month-old baby’s diet. He happily accepted fruits but rejected every other food. No matter how much she tried, he refused anything new!

Here’s how I redesigned his diet – making it balanced, iron-rich, and baby-friendly

Morning: Formula Milk – 150ml

1st Meal: Mashed banana in homemade curd / mother’s milk (2–3 tbsp)

10.30 AM: Formula Milk – 150ml

2nd Meal: Moong dal khichdi with tomato-spinach puree (3–4 tbsp, smooth)

Post Meal: Formula Milk

Anytime: Veggies + egg soup (2–3 tbsp, smooth texture)

3rd Meal: Apple, carrot & sweet potato puree (2–3 tbsp)

By 6 months, babies requirement for Iron, calcium, protein from food increases for the growth, mental and brain development.

Here are my Iron-rich inclusions of the little one.
✔️ Moong dal / lentil puree – 3–4 tbsp
✔️ Peas, spinach, beetroot puree – 2–3 tbsp
✔️ Pureed chicken/fish OR egg soup – 2–3 tbsp (completely smooth, no bones/chunks)

By these inclusions, little one started accepting veggies and protein options gradually — without losing his love for fruits!

Moms, remember: introducing variety early = stronger immunity + better eating habits later!
But the variety should not be added all together, wait for 3 days to introduce new foo.

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04/10/2025

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Festivities = more treat for kids. what if we swap candies, chocolates, chips & bottled sauces with quick, nutrient-rich recipes that are:
✅ High in iron, calcium & protein
✅ Non-fried, no refined sugar
✅ Ready in just 10 minutes
✅ Kid-approved (ages 3–5 yrs)

Here are more tips how you can make each recipe more nutrient rich for the little ones!

1. Homemade Tomato Ketchup (Swap for Market Ketchup)
Tip: Add beetroot while boiling for a natural red color & iron boost.

2. Homemade Plum Jam (Swap for Market Jam)
Tip: Use as a spread for chapati rolls or mix in curd as a dessert.

3. Dates Ragi Laddoo (Swap for Candies & Chocolate)
Tip: Add powdered sesame seeds for extra calcium & brain-boosting fats.

4. Air-Fried Banana Chips (Swap for Market Chips)
Tip: Sprinkle cinnamon or dry ginger powder for a festive twist + better digestion.

Bonus Tips for Parents:
* Always make small batches to keep nutrients intact & avoid spoilage.
* Involve kids in rolling laddoos or spreading jam – they eat better when they help!
* Store ketchup & jam in glass jars for freshness.

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03/10/2025

A mom’s must-save guide ⬇️

Struggling with what & how much to feed your toddler? Here’s a simple nutrient + portion cheat sheet to ensure healthy growth, immunity & brain development.

🍚 Carbs – Energy Fuel (7-15 spoons / meal)
* Rice pulao with peas & carrots
* Mini idlis (2–3 pcs) with sambhar
* Oats porridge with dates purée

🥚 Protein – Growth Builder (atleast 13-25g/day)
* Dal + ghee rice combo
* Paneer bhurji (2–3 tbsp)
* 1-2 boiled/scrambled egg
* Small grilled chicken/fish piece

🌿 Iron – Hemoglobin Booster (daily add-on)
* Ragi porridge (4–5 tsp)
* Palak purée with roti
* Date energy balls or beetroot roti

🥑 Healthy Fats – Brain Food (1–2 tsp/day)
* Ghee on chapati/dal
* Nut powder in milk/porridge
* Avocado mash (2 tbsp)
* Coconut chutney or ladoo

🥛 Calcium – Bone Strength (2–3 serves/day)
* 2 cup milk daily
* 2–3 tbsp curd with fruit mash
* 2–3 paneer cubes
* Sesame ladoo or chutney

✅ Mom Hack: Mix 2–3 nutrients in each meal instead of stressing over all 5 at once. Balance builds over the day!

✅ Every child is unique. DM Dietitian Laksh*ta Jain or book your appoitnment at nutrbylaksh*ta.com for a personalized toddler diet plans.

01/10/2025

Does your child leave meals half-eaten?

You’re not alone! A mom from Paris reached out to me for her 5.9-year-old son who refused veggies & never finished his plate.

Instead of forcing him, we worked with his likes and made small but powerful changes:

✅ Added protein with eggs & paneer
✅ Boosted iron with ragi & dal
✅ Hid veggies smartly in pulao & stuffed chapati
✅ Paired foods with vitamin C for better absorption

Now? Meals are nutritious AND child-approved – no more plate battles!

Every fussy eater can become a healthy eater with the right plan. ❤️

Moms, if you struggle with your child’s eating habits, DM me or book your appointment at nutrbylaksh*ta.com
for a customized kids’ diet plan that makes food fun, nutritious & stress-free!

30/09/2025

I often see moms struggle with one common question: “What should I feed my toddler that’s both healthy and easy to eat?“

Here are some balanced, toddler-friendly meal options you can try (all portion sizes suitable for 1–2 year olds):

Breakfast Options
- Vegetable Daliya – 1.5 small katori (soft cooked, veggies mashed)
- Moong Dal Cheela – 1 small piece (cut into tiny bites)
- Poha with mashed Peas – 1.5 small katori (soft texture)
- Scrambled Egg – 2 eggs (soft & fluffy)

Snack Options
- Mashed Fruits (banana, chikoo, papaya) – 7-10 spoons
- Dry Fruits (almonds, walnuts) – soaked overnight & crushed, 1 tsp mixed into milk/porridge
- Fruit Milkshake – 1 small glass (no sugar added)

Lunch Options
- Purée of Chickpea & Beetroot – 2–3 tbsp
- Soft Rice – 2 tbsp (mash slightly with dal or curry)
- Soft Chapati – ½ chapati, mashed with ghee/curd

Dinner Options
- Soft Rice with Chicken Curry – 7-10 spoons rice + 1–2 tsp shredded chicken curry (very soft texture)
- Soft Rice with Fish Curry – 7-10 spoons rice + 1 small flaky piece of fish curry
- Vegetable Khichdi with ghee – 1.5 small katori (mashed veggies, easy to swallow)

26/09/2025

Ready toddler food guide with exact portion sizes by

Grains & Cereals:
- Ragi pancake – 1 small (2–3 inch)
- Ragi porridge / Makhana porridge – ½ katori (80–100 ml)
- Banana sheera – 2–3 tsp (30–40 g)
- Soft rice with rajma mash – ½ katori (100 g)
- Veg mini idlis – 2–3 pcs

Legumes & Dals
- Kaala chana tikki – 1 small (25–30 g)
- Moong dal khichdi + spinach – ½ katori (100 g)
- Moong dal cheela – ½ cheela (3–4 strips)

Veggies & Fruits
- Beetroot puree – 2–3 tbsp (30–40 g)
- Sweet potato mash – 3–4 tbsp (40–50 g)

Healthy Snack
- Sesame jaggery ladoo – ½ small (10–12 g)

Fish
- Pomfret / Murrel (boiled, mashed) – 1–2 tbsp (15–20 g)
- Tilapia soup

Eggs
- Poached / Scrambled – 1 egg
- Omelet (soft) – 1 small

Chicken
- Chicken nugget (baked) – 1 small piece (15–20 g)
- Chicken + spinach nugget – 1 small piece (15–20 g)

Feeding Tip: Portion sizes are small at this age, but variety is key for growth. Always keep food soft, mashed, or bite-sized to avoid choking. Increase the portion size as per the appetite of the toddler

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23/09/2025

Worried your toddler isn’t getting enough protein?

You’re NOT alone—this is one of the most common questions I get from parents of 1–2 year olds.

Here’s the truth:
Toddlers need just small, soft, frequent portions of high-quality protein. And yes—non-veg foods are excellent toddler-friendly options!

What’s included:
- Boiled Pomfret 🐟
- Boiled Murrel Fish
- Poached Egg 🍳
- Soft Scrambled Egg
- Baked Chicken Cubes 🍗
- Egg Omelette

Protein doesn’t have to be a struggle—when offered right, toddlers love it!

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Dietitian Laksh*ta Jain | Expert in Infant, Toddler & Kids Nutrition

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21/09/2025

Comment “NAVRATRI” below to get the complete guide with detailed recipes

✔️Eat every 2–3 hours (small, balanced meals)
✔️ Include protein in fast-friendly forms (samak rice, paneer, nuts, seeds)
✔️ Add iron & calcium rich foods (makhana, milk, green veggies allowed in vrat)
✔️ Stay hydrated (buttermilk, coconut water, jeera-ajwain water)
✔️ Avoid fried, oily, heavy foods that slow down digestion
✔️ Focus on sattvic meals that are light yet nourishing for lactation & recovery

This 8-day Navratri Diet Plan is specially designed for new mothers – helping you stay full of energy while fasting, supporting postnatal recovery, and keeping your little one’s nutrition in mind.

16/09/2025

Comment “CHILD” below & get a FREE sample toddler diet chart from me!

Weight gain snack options for your toddler which by just changing the textures can be used for the new moms after delivery recovery.

Snack Recipes with quantities by

1. Sweet Potato Mash
Toddler: ½ cup steamed sweet potato, ½ tsp ghee (soft weight-gain mash)

Mother: 1 cup steamed sweet potato, 1 tsp ghee, pinch cinnamon & veggies (gut-soothing recovery)

2. Peanut Chikki Crumble
Toddler: 1 medium piece chikki (crushed), ½ banana / 2 tbsp curd = protein soft mash

Mother: 2–3 pieces chikki (crushed), 1 banana / ½ cup curd = protein & quick recovery

3. Banana Sheera
Toddler: 2 tbsp suji/ semolina, ½ tsp ghee, ½ mashed banana, ¼ cup water/milk (energy & soft texture)

Mother: 3–4 tbsp suji/ semolina, 1 tsp ghee, 1 mashed banana, ½ cup water/milk, cardamom/nuts (comforting recovery)

- Why mommies & daddies Should Care:
• Toddlers: Right foods at right age = weight gain & strong immunity
• Post partum recovery for Mothers: Nutrition = recovery, energy & long-term health

Remember:
Every child eats differently. If you’re worried about growth, appetite, or immunity, get a personalized toddler diet plan with Dietitian Laksh*ta Jain ().

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