https://nicolebando.com/ Evidence-based nutrition and breastfeeding guidance from Nicole Bando, Melbourne Paediatric Dietitian and Lactation Consultant. en-AU Mon, 25 Aug 2025 09:48:14 GMT https://nicolebando.com/articles/lunch-box-wins-expert-tips-for-kinder-primary-and-high-school-kids-from-a-paediatric-dietitian/ Sick of the sandwich? Expert tips for kinder, primary and high school kids from a paediatric dietitian. Mon, 25 Aug 2025 09:48:14 GMT https://nicolebando.com/articles/lunch-box-wins-expert-tips-for-kinder-primary-and-high-school-kids-from-a-paediatric-dietitian/ https://nicolebando.com/articles/when-do-i-need-a-paediatric-dietitian-or-a-lactation-consultant-in-melbourne/ If you're unsure whether you need support from a Paediatric Dietitian or a Lactation Consultant, or both, in Melbourne, you are not alone. Tue, 19 Aug 2025 06:07:04 GMT https://nicolebando.com/articles/when-do-i-need-a-paediatric-dietitian-or-a-lactation-consultant-in-melbourne/ https://nicolebando.com/articles/lunchboxes2024/ Lunch Boxes in 2024. Evidence-based guidance from Nicole Bando, Melbourne Paediatric Dietitian and Lactation Consultant. Sat, 20 Jan 2024 07:58:31 GMT https://nicolebando.com/articles/lunchboxes2024/ https://nicolebando.com/articles/update-your-plate-the-ultimate-diet-guide-for-women-40-60-years-young/ Include enough calcium for bone health: Calcium is integral for strong bones and women between the ages of 19 and 50 need 2. Tue, 12 Sep 2023 02:17:19 GMT https://nicolebando.com/articles/update-your-plate-the-ultimate-diet-guide-for-women-40-60-years-young/ https://nicolebando.com/articles/breakfast-cereals-how-do-you-choose/ How many times have you stood in the breakfast cereal aisle overwhelmed by the sheer number of options? Wed, 26 Apr 2023 12:21:51 GMT https://nicolebando.com/articles/breakfast-cereals-how-do-you-choose/ https://nicolebando.com/articles/how-to-socialise-your-way-to-health/ When discussing weight, health and body image, these aspects are so closely intertwined, that to really understand someone’s dietary choices, you must… Wed, 26 Apr 2023 12:15:12 GMT https://nicolebando.com/articles/how-to-socialise-your-way-to-health/ https://nicolebando.com/articles/children-fluids-how-much/ I am often asked, how much fluid do children need? The answer depends on their age, body weight and other factors, such as illness, environment &… Wed, 26 Apr 2023 12:10:29 GMT https://nicolebando.com/articles/children-fluids-how-much/ https://nicolebando.com/articles/the-balanced-lunch-box-your-childs-tool-kit-for-learning-play-growth/ The lunch box provides up to 40% of a child’s daily intake and presents a vital opportunity to fuel rapid growth, development & learning. Wed, 26 Apr 2023 08:20:23 GMT https://nicolebando.com/articles/the-balanced-lunch-box-your-childs-tool-kit-for-learning-play-growth/ https://nicolebando.com/articles/meal-prep-for-beginners/ This really is one of the best ways to keep healthy and gets easier with practice. Mix and match combinations and change it up next week. Wed, 26 Apr 2023 08:04:42 GMT https://nicolebando.com/articles/meal-prep-for-beginners/ https://nicolebando.com/articles/which-milk-a-review-of-plant-vs-dairy-milks/ Choose full cream, 3. 8% fat (unless you have diabetes, high cholesterol, heart disease or would like to lose weight, then opt for low-fat or skim (0. Wed, 26 Apr 2023 07:52:01 GMT https://nicolebando.com/articles/which-milk-a-review-of-plant-vs-dairy-milks/ https://nicolebando.com/articles/nutrition-immunity/ one more serve of veg. Evidence-based guidance from Nicole Bando, Melbourne Paediatric Dietitian and Lactation Consultant. Wed, 26 Apr 2023 06:25:47 GMT https://nicolebando.com/articles/nutrition-immunity/ https://nicolebando.com/articles/how-to-talk-to-children-about-nutrition-weight/ As a Melbourne based Paediatric Dietitian, I discuss this very emotional topic with parents frequently. Wed, 26 Apr 2023 06:19:46 GMT https://nicolebando.com/articles/how-to-talk-to-children-about-nutrition-weight/ https://nicolebando.com/articles/childrens-vitamins-are-they-necessary/ As a Paediatric Dietitian & Lactation Consultant, I am often asked ‘should I give my child a multivitamin? Wed, 26 Apr 2023 06:10:42 GMT https://nicolebando.com/articles/childrens-vitamins-are-they-necessary/ https://nicolebando.com/articles/do-i-need-to-burp-my-newborn-baby/ As a Melbourne lactation consultant, this is one of the top questions I am asked by lovely new mums about their beautiful newborn babies. Wed, 26 Apr 2023 06:07:45 GMT https://nicolebando.com/articles/do-i-need-to-burp-my-newborn-baby/ https://nicolebando.com/articles/seasonal-eating/ Humans have lived according to the seasons for millennia. Seasonal eating is better for the environment as buying local, seasonal vegetables reduces food… Wed, 26 Apr 2023 06:03:05 GMT https://nicolebando.com/articles/seasonal-eating/ https://nicolebando.com/articles/6-steps-to-reduce-your-familys-plastic-waste/ Plastic waste is affecting our main and freshwater ecosystem globally. Wed, 26 Apr 2023 05:55:21 GMT https://nicolebando.com/articles/6-steps-to-reduce-your-familys-plastic-waste/ https://nicolebando.com/articles/babies-constipation/ I spend a lot of time talking baby’s poo, as what goes in must come out! Tue, 25 Apr 2023 15:59:42 GMT https://nicolebando.com/articles/babies-constipation/ https://nicolebando.com/articles/how-to-eat-for-the-healthiest-pregnancy/ How to eat for the healthiest pregnancy. Evidence-based guidance from Nicole Bando, Melbourne Paediatric Dietitian and Lactation Consultant. Tue, 25 Apr 2023 15:53:16 GMT https://nicolebando.com/articles/how-to-eat-for-the-healthiest-pregnancy/ https://nicolebando.com/articles/what-to-expect-when-you-meet-a-lactation-consultant/ As a Melbourne-based Lactation Consultant, I offer home visits or clinic consultations for an initial 1. Tue, 25 Apr 2023 15:43:23 GMT https://nicolebando.com/articles/what-to-expect-when-you-meet-a-lactation-consultant/ https://nicolebando.com/articles/4-ways-to-look-after-yourself-during-lockdown/ Make sure to schedule a lunch break between Telehealth or clinic patients and take it away from your workspace. Tue, 25 Apr 2023 15:30:12 GMT https://nicolebando.com/articles/4-ways-to-look-after-yourself-during-lockdown/