Food for Tot: Feed Your Baby and Toddler with Confidence
Food for Tot is the go-to podcast for parents who want to confidently nourish their babies and toddlers without stress, guilt, or overwhelm. Hosted by Kathy O’Bryan—registered dietitian, mom, and the voice behind @theminimedietitian—this show breaks down the science of child nutrition into simple, practical tips you can actually use at home.
From introducing solids to managing sugar, picky eating, and everything in between, Kathy shares research-backed guidance with a mom-to-mom relatability that makes you feel seen and supported. Each episode is packed with clarity, encouragement, and actionable advice to help you raise healthy, happy eaters while building positive food foundations that last a lifetime.
Whether you’re just starting solids, navigating toddlerhood, or looking for ways to simplify mealtimes, Food for Tot will give you the confidence you need to enjoy the feeding journey.
Food for Tot: Feed Your Baby and Toddler with Confidence
Worth the hype? Protein for babies + toddlers
Feeling overwhelmed by protein pressure? You’re not imagining it—there’s a whole lot of hype out there, and parents everywhere are stressing about whether their little ones are getting “enough.”
In this episode, Kathy breaks down the viral reel that sparked 1.2 million views and over 300 comments—all centered around one surprising fact: half an egg counts as a protein serving for toddlers. She dives into why portion sizes feel so confusing, what protein needs really look like in babies and toddlers, and how easily misinformation online can make you question your feeding choices.
You’ll hear Kathy unpack the biggest concerns from parents—like whether a toddler can eat two eggs a day (yes), whether eight eggs is too much (let’s talk boundaries), and whether too much protein will hurt their kidneys (spoiler: only in unrealistic scenarios). She also shares how portion distortion and pressure to “boost protein” at every meal can actually make feeding feel harder than it needs to be.
If you’ve ever second-guessed your toddler’s portions, panicked about protein, or wondered what’s actually normal, this episode will help you breathe easier, zoom out, and feed your little one with confidence (and a lot less stress).
Tune in to hear:
- Why protein hype is so out of control—and what parents actually need to know
- How babies and toddlers meet their protein needs way more easily than you might think
- The difference between a serving of protein vs. daily protein needs
- Why half an egg really does count (and how serving sizes work for tiny bellies)
- What to do if your toddler eats no eggs—or wants to eat eight
- Egg-free and dairy-free protein alternatives that still meet nutrient needs
- How to balance honoring hunger cues and holding loving boundaries
- What “too much protein” actually means (and why it’s rarely a concern with whole foods)
- Why portion distortion leads parents to overestimate what toddlers “should” be eating
- The real reasons variety—not protein hacking—is what supports long-term nutrition
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