Healthy fats for babies
Why do babies need healthy fats? They need them for their brain development and growth - it's one of the most critial
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Eggs for babies
Easter is not the only time of the year to enjoy a yummy egg breakfast. We all love our omelette, scrambled or poached egg. But what about our babies? A lot of parents ask me if they can feed eggs to their baby.
Fish for babies
Fish, especially oily sea fish, are a great source of protein, fat and micronutrients, such as iodine and omega-3 fatty acids. Read on for Dr Sophie's answers to your more frequently asked questions.
Protein for babies
Proteins come in all kinds of shapes and are responsible for most of our bodily functions, such as transporting oxygen through our body and building tissue. They are the building blocks for our hair, nails, skin, muscles and all inner organs. Given their ubiquitous importance, we should make sure our little ones eat the right type of protein.
Salt for babies
When I advise parents on introducing solids, I usually tell them that there are only three foods they should definitely avoid in the first year of life: honey, added sugar and added salt. Yet, what does it mean to avoid added salt, how much can you give to your baby and what is the reason behind all this?
Cheese for babies
Who doesn’t love a tasty slice of cheese on their sandwich or melted over their pizza? The flavour and texture of cheese are not the only things making it a beloved food for many of us. Cheese is also full of nutrients, such as Vitamin B12, zinc, phosphorus and iodine as well as protein and fat.