Melanie Potock

Some manufacturers rethink packaging criticized by pediatricians and parents as inhibiting development By Annie Gasparro “We want babies to practice chewing and swallowing,” said pediatric feeding specialist Melanie Potock. “But...

It may feel impossible to choose the best foods for your picky toddler, who seems impossibly difficult to please. The good news is, when you understand why toddlers tend to...

By Steph Montgomery I’ve reached a point where I would kind of like to skip holiday meals. Holiday foods like pie and mashed potatoes used to be my favorite part...

By Melanie Potock, MA, CCC-SLP I stood before the group of registered dietitians and nutrition professionals, around 400 in all, hoping that my message would be well received. As a speech-language...

Difficulties in speech that many call “speech impediments” are common as language develops. Just don’t wait too long to seek help. By Matthew Utley Kids understand language long before they...

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 9 out of 10 children do not consume enough fruits and vegetables. Considering these foods are nutritional powerhouses that are...

A baby starts talk after listening to parents talk to them. That may seem simple, but there’s science behind it. Learn how to boost your baby’s word wonder. By Matthew...

By Alison Kresta One of the funniest and most enjoyable things ever is watching your baby’s reaction to trying new foods. The internet is flooded with videos of infants trying...

By Sally Kuzemchak, MS, RD Want your kids to try new foods? Allow them to use all of their senses when eating, even if things get messy. “Don’t play with your...

By Patrick A. Coleman Toddler biting is linked to comfort and calm. But that doesn’t make it any less hard for parents to deal with. But, knowing how to stop...