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Miriam is a paediatric working in Melbourne Miriam Raleigh is an Accredited Practising Dietitian specialising in infant, child and adolescent nutrition.

She has experience in private and public hospitals, as well as a community health services, both in Australia and overseas.

04/06/2026

Maybe she doesn't like bananas? 😅

03/06/2026

Sandwiches aren’t the only lunchbox option 👏

If your child is getting tired of sandwiches, there are plenty of other simple lunch ideas to try.

Some easy options include:
• leftovers from dinner
• baked potatoes
• soup in a thermos
• homemade savoury scrolls

Variety can help keep lunchboxes interesting while still supporting balanced nutrition 💛

02/06/2026

Did you know pumpkin is in season in Melbourne right now? 🎃

Pumpkin is naturally rich in beta-carotene, which the body converts into vitamin A to support eye health and immune function.

It also contains fibre, making it a great veggie to include in family meals during the cooler months.

28/05/2026

Oh my goodness, for crying out loud... it's just an onion. 😅

27/05/2026

Simple, realistic meals still support growing kids. 💛

26/05/2026

Many sports drinks can also be high in sugar and may increase the risk of dental issues when consumed regularly.

Simple hydration tips for kids:
• Offer water throughout the day
• Encourage children to bring a water bottle to school or sport
• Include water with meals and snacks

Keeping hydration simple is often best.

21/05/2026

They ignore everything… except the ONE thing 😭

20/05/2026

Are kids eating too much salt?

Salt intake can add up quickly in children’s diets, often from everyday foods rather than what we add at the table.

Many packaged and processed foods can be higher in salt, including:

• Snack foods
• Processed meats
• Some breads and ready meals

The goal isn’t to remove salt completely, but to reduce excess intake over time.

Some simple ways to cut back include:

• Choosing less processed options where possible
• Comparing food labels
• Cooking more meals at home when you can

Small changes can help support long-term health, without needing to overhaul everything at once.

19/05/2026

If your child prefers foods like pasta, bread, crackers or nuggets… you’re not alone.
These foods are often more predictable in taste, texture and appearance, which can feel safer for children, especially fussy eaters.

It doesn’t mean they’ll always eat this way.

Instead of trying to remove these foods, it can help to:
• keep including them in meals
• add small amounts of other foods alongside
• avoid pressure to “just try it”

Over time, familiarity and repeated exposure can help expand variety.

Small steps count, even if it doesn’t look like it yet.

14/05/2026

How do I explain to my child that Cheerios are not a complete food group? 😅

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