The Critical Nutrition Gap: What Every Parent Needs to Know About Feeding Their Toddler Right

Despite their rapid growth and development, many toddlers aren’t getting the nutrients their brains and bodies need most. From iron and calcium to omega-3s and fiber, early childhood nutrition often falls short—especially as kids transition to table food. In this post, we explore what the latest research says about these critical nutritional gaps, how they impact long-term health and development, and what parents can do to fill in the blanks—without the stress or overwhelm.