Paediatric Dietary Service in Auckland: Expert Nutrition for Growing Children
We provide specialised paediatric dietary services in Auckland, tailored to meet the unique nutritional needs of children at every stage of development. Our team of expert paediatric dietitians focuses on delivering comprehensive, evidence-based dietary advice to support optimal growth, development, and overall well-being for your child.
We are delighted to Introduce: Tinygiants Explore and Thrive Feeding Clinic, a one-of-a-kind service dedicated to supporting babies and children up to the age of 16 who experience feeding difficulties. Our clinic specialises in children with rigid food preferences, restricted eating habits, and challenges progressing through different food textures due to oro-motor skill delays. We understand that these feeding issues can impact nutritional adequacy, growth, and the ability to enjoy age-appropriate meals or participate in family mealtimes.
Our Paediatric Dietary Services Include:
- Nutritional Assessments: A comprehensive review of your child’s dietary habits, nutritional intake, and growth metrics.
- Allergy & Intolerance Management: Tailored meal plans that ensure proper nutrition while managing food allergies and intolerances.
- Weight & Growth Management: Guidance to ensure your child maintains a healthy weight and achieves their growth potential.
- Dietary Advice for Fussy Eaters: Practical strategies to improve your child’s eating habits and encourage a balanced diet.
- Support for Special Dietary Needs: Customised plans for children with medical conditions such as diabetes, coeliac disease, or gastrointestinal issues.
- Sports Nutrition- Growing athletes need nutrition that supports their active lives and healthy development. We design balanced diets tailored to the needs of children and adolescents in sports, focusing on essential nutrients for growth and overall health.
Why Choose Our Paediatric Dietary Services?
- Personalised Nutrition Plans: Every child is different, and so are their nutritional needs. We offer customised diet plans that cater to individual health concerns, allergies, growth issues, and dietary preferences.
- Expert Guidance for Parents: Understanding your child’s dietary needs can be overwhelming. Our experienced dietitians provide you with practical advice and support to ensure your child’s diet meets their nutritional requirements.
- Specialist Support for Health Conditions: We provide expert dietary care for a range of health conditions, including food allergies, intolerances, digestive issues, weight management, and picky eating habits.
Frequently Asked Questions
Paediatric Allergy and Immunology focuses on diagnosing and treating allergies, imaPaediatric Dietary Service focuses on assessing and managing the nutritional needs of children, from infants to adolescents. This includes creating tailored diet plans, addressing food allergies, and promoting healthy eating habits for optimal growth and development.
Paediatric dietitians manage various conditions including food allergies, intolerances, feeding difficulties, picky eating, growth concerns, gastrointestinal disorders, sports, diabetes, and obesity.
A paediatric dietitian can create a safe and balanced meal plan that avoids allergens while ensuring your child receives all essential nutrients for healthy growth.
During the first appointment, the dietitian will assess your child’s current diet, growth patterns, medical history, and nutritional needs. They will then develop a customised nutrition plan based on these factors.
Signs may include poor weight gain, frequent illness, digestive issues, food allergies, picky eating, food seeking behaviour, or concerns about nutrient intake.
Book Your Paediatric Dietary Consultation with Tiny Giants Paediatric Specialists in Auckland Today!
Ensuring your child receives the right nutrition is crucial for their development. Book an appointment with our paediatric dietitians in Auckland today and give your child the support they need to grow healthy and strong.