{"id":1425,"date":"2020-01-17T12:24:17","date_gmt":"2020-01-17T12:24:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/worldwide-pediatrics\/?p=1425"},"modified":"2021-03-01T18:08:47","modified_gmt":"2021-03-01T18:08:47","slug":"tips-to-help-increase-your-childs-calories","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/worldwide-pediatrics\/tips-to-help-increase-your-childs-calories\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips to Help Increase Your Child\u2019s Calories"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-one-full fusion-column-first fusion-column-last\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-margin-bottom:0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-column-wrapper-legacy\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">One of the major concerns for all parents is related to their weight gain and diet. While some parents are not bothered by what their children eat and when, others have a hard time getting used to their children\u2019s eating habits and making sure they eat healthily and regularly.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">If your child is making progress in terms of weight and height, you\u2019ve got nothing to worry about. However, if you notice that your child is not putting any weight and eating rarely and not enough, you might have a problem with an underweight toddler. In this case, it\u2019s paramount to consult your pediatrician and work on increasing your child\u2019s calorie intake through a healthy diet. Here are some tips on how to achieve that.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Helping<\/b> <b>Underweight Toddlers<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Providing your child with a happy and healthy childhood is something every parent strives for. However, this can sometimes be hard, especially when it comes to their eating habits and preferences. One of the best ways for helping toddlers with weight gain problems is to ensure they have a high-calorie diet by incorporating <a href=\"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/worldwide-pediatrics\/pediatrician-plantation-florida\/\">high calorie foods for toddlers<\/a><\/span>\u00a0<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">in their daily nutrition.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>High-Calorie Foods For Kids<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1428\" src=\"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/worldwide-pediatrics\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2020\/01\/High-Calorie-Foods-For-Kids.jpg\" alt=\"High-Calorie Foods For Kids\" width=\"1000\" height=\"663\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/worldwide-pediatrics\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2020\/01\/High-Calorie-Foods-For-Kids-200x133.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/worldwide-pediatrics\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2020\/01\/High-Calorie-Foods-For-Kids-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/worldwide-pediatrics\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2020\/01\/High-Calorie-Foods-For-Kids-400x265.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/worldwide-pediatrics\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2020\/01\/High-Calorie-Foods-For-Kids-600x398.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/worldwide-pediatrics\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2020\/01\/High-Calorie-Foods-For-Kids-768x509.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/worldwide-pediatrics\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2020\/01\/High-Calorie-Foods-For-Kids-800x530.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/worldwide-pediatrics\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2020\/01\/High-Calorie-Foods-For-Kids.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">To ensure your child\u2019s steady and healthy weight gain, you should be aware of all the foods that are high in calories, but also healthy and packed full of macronutrients essential for their growth and development. Putting your child on a high calorie and unhealthy diet will result in other health issues that might be harder to resolve later on.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Some of the foods that are recommended for children\u2019s and toddlers\u2019 weight gain include the following:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Sweet potatoes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Avocado<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Eggs\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Banana<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Dried fruits such as cranberries, raisins, and apricots<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Nuts and nut butters<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Cheese<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Whole milk, whole milk yogurt, and sour cream<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Maple syrup and honey<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Quinoa, brown rice, and bread\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Once you find out what your child really loves and prefers, make sure to incorporate it into their everyday diet. Try to diversify the meals and experiment with ingredients and recipes until you\u2019ve found the best combinations.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">In agreement with your child\u2019s pediatrician, you can also include some supplements to your child\u2019s diet to increase the calorie intake. Make sure to not go overboard as your child might get used to the supplements and avoid eating meals altogether. Moderation is the key in whatever you do!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Useful Tips For Including<\/b> <b>H<\/b><b>igh-Calorie Foods For Toddlers\u2019 Weight Gain<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">After making a list of high-calorie foods that you can use to prepare meals for your toddler, you can also try the following:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Balance your child\u2019s diet with high-calorie foods without including junk food into it. If you\u2019re preparing a meal for your underweight toddler, don\u2019t put all high-calorie foods into one meal, as it can be too much for their sensitive stomach. For example, prepare grilled chicken for lunch and offer a high-calorie side dish such as sweet potatoes or sour cream. This way you\u2019ll include some calories, but also give them room for eating more.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Once you start preparing high-calorie meals and snacks for your child, it\u2019s a good idea to leave the rest of the family out of it. If you only have one underweight family member, focus on increasing their calorie intake without tempting other family members. Your goal is to help your underweight toddler to gain some weight and stay healthy.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">When you start preparing meals, try to optimize your packages and servings. You can buy some reusable packaging and use them when you prepare high-calorie food for your child. You want them to have wholesome meals and snacks every day, but also not waste any food on the way. Keeping the portions small and easy to access is a great way to achieve that.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Consider your child\u2019s possibility to eat. Smaller children have small stomachs and they usually can\u2019t eat a lot and that\u2019s why they cannot gain weight. However, you can make sure their meals are made of foods that are not big in volume, yet are high in calories. If you start comparing ingredients and foodstuffs, you\u2019ll soon know what to combine to ensure your child\u2019s calorie intake is satisfied.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Having an underweight toddler on your hands can be problematic, but there\u2019s no reason to panic. Children are known to be picky eaters, so you should focus on finding the best way to include healthy ingredients and diversifying their diet to ensure their stable <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.cincinnatichildrens.org\/healthy-living\/how-to-increase-calories-in-your-underweight-child\">high calorie foods for toddlers weight gain<\/a> and overall progress.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">If you\u2019re not sure where to start, consulting a skilled pediatrician might be a good starting point. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Worldwide Pediatrics Group<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> is always prepared to provide parents and caregivers with the necessary advice and recommendation for improving children\u2019s life quality and daily nutrition habits. Don\u2019t hesitate to contact us and ask whatever you want to know.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":1426,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":"","_links_to":"","_links_to_target":""},"categories":[21],"tags":[24,22,23,25],"class_list":["post-1425","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-childrens-health","tag-high-calorie-foods-for-kids","tag-high-calorie-foods-for-toddlers","tag-high-calorie-foods-for-toddlers-weight-gain","tag-under-weight-toddlers"],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/worldwide-pediatrics\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1425","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/worldwide-pediatrics\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/worldwide-pediatrics\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/worldwide-pediatrics\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/worldwide-pediatrics\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1425"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/worldwide-pediatrics\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1425\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/worldwide-pediatrics\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1426"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/worldwide-pediatrics\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1425"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/worldwide-pediatrics\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1425"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/worldwide-pediatrics\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1425"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}