Feeding Kids Made Easier: Expert Nutrition Advice + A New Mealtime & Playtime App

In this episode of Growing Up with Dr. Sarah, Dr. Sarah Adams welcomes registered dietitian and nutrition affairs manager Anna Busenburg for a practical, science-based conversation on nourishing children through every stage of growth. Anna breaks down how everyday food choices can help support immune health during school years when germs are circulating and kids’ nutritional needs are constantly evolving. We learn that healthy eating isn’t about perfection, but about consistency and offering foods in ways children are more likely to enjoy and accept.

Anna also explains why nutrition recommendations are never “one and done,” particularly in infancy and toddlerhood when rapid physical and brain development demand increased nutrients like calcium. From fueling growing brains and bones to supporting young athletes, navigating lactose intolerance, and making dairy part of sustainable diets, the episode equips parents with realistic guidance they can use right away. The conversation also highlights how the new Parenting at Mealtime and Playtime app brings trusted expert advice directly to families—making it easier to make informed, healthy choices every day.

Relevant links 

Parenting at Mealtime & Playtime: Ohio AAP

Ohio Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics

https://pmp.ohioaap.org

This mobile application was supported by the Grant or Cooperative Agreement Number, 2 B01 OT 009042, funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

MyPlate https://www.myplate.gov/

American Academy of Pediatrics Breastfeeding Handout https://ohioaap.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/PMP_Breastfeeding-V5.pdf

American Academy of Pediatrics Picky Eating Handout https://ohioaap.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/MealtimeWithAPickyEating.pdf

American Academy of Pediatrics Meal Planning on a Budget Handout https://ohioaap.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/ParentsHandouts_BudgetMealPlan-002.pdf

ABOUT Dr. Sarah: 

Looking for a place to educate you and your family to live your best lives? Welcome to “Growing Up with Dr. Sarah,” where we take on and really talk about general health and wellness, parental issues, family matters, and real-life challenges that affect every single one of us. Being a pediatrician, while having a mother's perspective, has given me unique insight and experience on what we all need to do better to live healthier, happier, and stronger as individuals, and as families. 

The success of the family starts from the top, and by helping parents and caregivers by addressing tough questions and everyday concerns we can all benefit from, including parents, grandparents, kids, or anyone who cares for another. So join me and some of my special guests: physicians, nutritionists, fitness experts, community members, coaches, teachers, even kids, and parents –and let’s all make a commitment to growing up together!

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