Dietitian Laksh*ta Jain

07/01/2026

WEIGHT GAIN RECIPES ⬇️

1. Soft rice or chapati with ghee
• Portion: 1 small chapati OR 3–4 tbsp soft rice
• Add ½–1 tsp ghee on top for extra healthy calories
• Easy to chew, easy to digest, perfect for toddlers who move a lot

2. Homemade Nut Butter
• Portion: 1–2 tsp per day
• Spread on roti roll, fruit slices, or mix into porridge
• Calorie-dense + nutrient-rich + safe when homemade

3. Homemade Paneer
• Portion: 2–3 small cubes (1×1 inch)
• Soft, high-protein, helps build muscle for active kids

4. Locally Available Seasonal Fruits & Veggies
• Portion: 1 cup fruit + ½ cup veggies/day
• Choose: banana (ripe), chikoo, pear, potato, pumpkin, peas
• Simple, fresh, no fancy foods needed

5. Boiled Eggs
• Portion: 1 egg daily (depending on age)
• Excellent protein + good fats
• Mash, scramble, or offer finger-sized pieces

6. Dates
• Portion: 1–2 dates/day
• Natural sweetener + iron-rich
• Add to porridge, kheer, or give as tiny bite pieces

7. Nuts
• Portion: 2–3 nuts/day (finely powdered for younger toddlers)
• Almonds, cashews, walnuts
• Mix in halwa, porridge, or milk

Feeding Tip:
Let your child eat independently. Self-feeding builds appetite, confidence & better intake. Small, frequent meals work better than forcing large portions.

Remember:
Active kids burn more calories—your goal is to offer high-calorie, nutrient-dense, small portions throughout the day.

If your toddler is active but not gaining healthy weight, don’t worry—this is common and completely manageable with the right foods and portions.
For a personalised toddler weight-gain plan, Comment ‘GROWTH’ or book your 1:1 kids diet consultation on nutrbylaksh*ta.com


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02/01/2026

First week gentle healing for the first week after delivery (include only if tolerated)

- Paneer: 40–50 g (soft, lightly cooked)
- Moong Dal: 2–3 tbsp raw (well-cooked, thin consistency)
- Milk: 150–200 ml (warm, preferably boiled)
Almonds: 3–4 soaked & peeled
- Egg: 1 whole egg (boiled or soft curry)
- Bone Broth: 150 ml (clear, lightly seasoned)

Note: Every mother is different. Introduce foods gradually and monitor digestion, bloating, or discomfort






IndianPostpartumCare

30/12/2025

Giving birth soon or feeling unsure about what to eat during postpartum recovery aka the fourth trimester?

Your body needs intentional nourishment to heal, restore energy, and support overall well-being after delivery. A structured postpartum nutrition plan can help reduce fatigue, support recovery, and promote long-term health.

Follow this plan to simplify your food choices and give your body the care it truly deserves during this important phase.

27/12/2025

Starting solids? Let’s separate guidelines from common practices.

As a dietitian, it’s important for me to clarify what is officially recommended by global and Indian child-health authorities — and what is often used as a practical feeding approach by pediatricians.

What aligns with WHO, IAP & ICMR guidance
• Breastfeeding or formula continues as the main source of nutrition till 12 months — solids are only complementary
• Complementary feeding should begin around 6 months, when the baby shows readiness
• Start with small quantities and increase gradually based on tolerance
• Initial foods should be smooth, well-mashed or pureed, moving from thin to semi-solid textures
• One new food at a time helps observe tolerance
• No added salt, sugar, honey, spices or cow’s milk as a main drink before 1 year

What is NOT written as a strict rule in official guidelines
• “Only one solid meal per day for 7–10 days”
• A fixed “3-day rule” for every baby
These are commonly used clinical practices, not rigid rules mentioned word-for-word in WHO, IAP or ICMR documents. They are often suggested to make feeding simpler and safer for parents, especially during the first few weeks.

Dietitian’s perspective
Official guidelines focus on when to start, how to progress texture, food safety, continuing milk feeds, diet diversity and responsive feeding.
Practical schedules (1 meal → 2 meals → 3 meals) are tools — not timelines to panic over.

Remember: Solids are a learning process, not a race.

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12/12/2025

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Feeling clueless, scared or overwhelmed about starting solids? Every parent feels this on Day 1 — and that’s absolutely NORMAL.

Let’s make it SIMPLE with Indian Academy of Pediatrics guidelines.

1. Begin solids at 6 completed months
IAP clearly states the gut, oral muscles & nutrient needs mature around 6 months — not before.

2. Solids = Complementary feeding
Continue breastmilk/formula.
Milk stays the primary nutrition till 1 year.

3. Start with thick, mashed, semi-solid foods

4. Begin with tiny portions
Start with 1–2 teaspoons, once a day.
Increase slowly as acceptance grows.

5. Introduce one new food at a time
Wait 2–3 days to observe digestion, rashes or discomfort.

6. Start with easy Indian starter foods
• Steamed apple purée
• Moong dal purée
• Soft suji
• Mashed khichdi
• Warm poha porridge
All gentle & IYCF (Infant & Young Child Feeding) friendly.

7. No salt, sugar, honey, jaggery or processed foods
IAP advises strict avoidance till 1 year.

8. Feed in the morning/daytime
So parents can monitor reactions for 4–5 hours.

9. Responsive feeding
Look for hunger & fullness cues.
No force-feeding, no distractions.

10. Hygiene = non-negotiable
Clean hands, utensils & freshly prepared food every time.

Parents — you don’t have to be scared.
With the right guidance, your baby’s solids journey becomes calm, confident & nourishing.
If you want a personalised month-by-month plan, I’m here to guide you.

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Give your baby the healthiest start — backed by science, simplified by Dietitian Laksh*ta Jain.

09/12/2025

WEIGHT GAIN RECIPES ⬇️

1. Soft rice or chapati with ghee
• Portion: 1 small chapati OR 3–4 tbsp soft rice
• Add ½–1 tsp ghee on top for extra healthy calories
• Easy to chew, easy to digest, perfect for toddlers who move a lot

2. Homemade Nut Butter
• Portion: 1–2 tsp per day
• Spread on roti roll, fruit slices, or mix into porridge
• Calorie-dense + nutrient-rich + safe when homemade

3. Homemade Paneer
• Portion: 2–3 small cubes (1×1 inch)
• Soft, high-protein, helps build muscle for active kids

4. Locally Available Seasonal Fruits & Veggies
• Portion: 1 cup fruit + ½ cup veggies/day
• Choose: banana (ripe), chikoo, pear, potato, pumpkin, peas
• Simple, fresh, no fancy foods needed

5. Boiled Eggs
• Portion: 1 egg daily (depending on age)
• Excellent protein + good fats
• Mash, scramble, or offer finger-sized pieces

6. Dates
• Portion: 1–2 dates/day
• Natural sweetener + iron-rich
• Add to porridge, kheer, or give as tiny bite pieces

7. Nuts
• Portion: 2–3 nuts/day (finely powdered for younger toddlers)
• Almonds, cashews, walnuts
• Mix in halwa, porridge, or milk

Feeding Tip:
Let your child eat independently. Self-feeding builds appetite, confidence & better intake. Small, frequent meals work better than forcing large portions.

Remember:
Active kids burn more calories—your goal is to offer high-calorie, nutrient-dense, small portions throughout the day.

If your toddler is active but not gaining healthy weight, don’t worry—this is common and completely manageable with the right foods and portions.
For a personalised toddler weight-gain plan, Comment ‘GROWTH’ or book your 1:1 kids diet consultation on nutrbylaksh*ta.com

03/12/2025

Healthy swap recipes for toddlers by

1. Zero-Oil Air-Fried Banana Chips (Healthy Chips Swap)

Portion: 6–8 small chips for a 2–3 year old

Ingredients:
* 1 raw banana (kaccha kela)
* Pinch of haldi
* Pinch of black salt

Method:
1. Peel and slice the banana thinly.
2. Toss with haldi + black salt.
3. Air fry at 180°C for 8–10 mins, shaking halfway.
4. Cool before serving for extra crunch.

2. Zero-Oil Air-Fried Lotus Stem Chips (Kamal Kakdi Chips)

Portion: 6–8 small chips

Ingredients:
* 6–7 thin slices lotus stem
* Pinch rock salt
* Pinch black pepper

Method:
1. Slice lotus stem thinly.
2. Season lightly.
3. Air fry 180°C for 12–15 mins till crisp.

3. Carrot Sticks (Instant Crunchy Snack)

Portion: 4–5 sticks

How to prepare:
Just peel, cut into small toddler-size sticks & serve with curd dip or hummus.

4. No-Sugar Dates Ladoo (Chocolate Swap)

Portion: 1 small ladoo (size of a small lemon)

Ingredients:
* ½ cup soft dates (seedless)
* 2 tbsp roasted almonds (optional)
* ½ tsp ghee (optional for binding)

Method:
1. Blend dates into a sticky paste.
2. Add crushed almonds if using.
3. Roll into small ladoos.
4. Refrigerate 30 minutes.

If you feel confused about textures, food combinations, immunity, or meal planning for your little one, book a personalised kids Diet Counselling Session with me from www.nutrbylaksh*ta.com (Link in bio)

21/11/2025

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10/11/2025

Portion size ⬇️

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 – 1 # 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)

Moms, remember: Texture, Portion & Nutrition Balance are the key to healthy toddler growth! Don’t copy-paste diets; every child is different.

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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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