#73: Plant-Based Pregnancy and Raising Plant-Based Kids with Dietician Alex Caspero of Plant Based Juniors
“We don’t have to have MILK, we have to have NUTRIENTS.” - Alex Caspero, co-founder of Plant Based Juniors
In this episode of Veggie Doctor Radio, I have a super fun and empowering conversation with plant-based dietician and co-founder of Plant Based Juniors, Alex Caspero. She is super passionate, compassionate and supportive and I know she will help reassure many parents with this episode.
What we discuss:
How to have a nourished and safe plant-based pregnancy
How to choose an infant formula
How to choose a plant-based milk after weaning
How to balance treats and processed foods in your little one’s diet
Supplementation for plant-based kids
Whether moms need to be stressed about their child not eating enough vegetables
What Alex wishes more parents knew
Alex Caspero
More about my honored guest:
Alexandra Caspero is the owner of the online platform, Delish Knowledge, and author of Fresh Italian Cooking for the New Generation. Alex holds a master's degree in exercise physiology from the University of the Pacific and a bachelor's degree in dietetics from James Madison University. Her award-winning blog, Delish Knowledge, focuses on making plant-based eating deliciously simple.
Alex is the co-author of Plant-Based Juniors (PBJs) a community for parents and educators interested in properly implementing plant-based diets for infants and children. Additionally, she is the co-author of the online 6-week program Joyful Eating, Nourished Life, which helps others discover a happier, healthier relationship with food and their body. Alex lives in St. Louis with her husband and 2-year-old son, Vander.
And I have great news! Alex has given my listeners a TWENTY-PERCENT discount code for the two e-books on Plant-Based Juniors!!
20% discount code: ‘veggiedoctor’
Click here for the:
Pregnancy Guide - everything you need for a thriving, healthy plant-based pregnancy
First Bites - baby-led weaning for plant-based babies!
You can learn more at: www.plantbasedjuniors.com and www.delishknowledge.com
The information on this blog, website and podcast is for informational purposes only. It is not meant to replace careful evaluation and treatment. If you have concerns about your or your child’s eating, nutrition or growth, consult a doctor.
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