Super Nutrition for Babies: The Right Way to Feed Your Baby for Optimal Health [Paperback]

Katherine Erlich (Author), Kelly Genzlinger (Author), David Brownstein M.D. (Foreword)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 1, 2012

"A wonderful guide for getting babies off to the right start, and helping them enjoy the gift of health for life." - Sally Fallon Morell, President, Weston A. Price Foundation

"A clear, practical, and nontrendy guide for parents on how to best feed babies and toddlers, backed by common sense, ancestral wisdom, and sound science." - Kaayla T. Daniel, Ph.D., C.C.N., Vice President, Weston A. Price Foundation, and author of The Whole Soy Story: The Dark Side of America's Favorite Health Food

"Super Nutrition for Babies is something that every expectant and new mother and father should read. This book is a rare treasure!" - Natasha Campbell-McBride, M.D., author of Gut and Psychology Syndrome

"A grand reference book that can be used for many years of a child's life." - Nancy Appleton, Ph.D., best-selling author of Healthy Bones and Lick the Sugar Habit

There is a better way to feed your baby. Super Nutrition for Babies gives parents the latest science-verified nutritional recommendations for feeding their child. Based on a program used at one of the largest holistic practices in the country, this book provides information on all aspects of nutrition and feeding, including introducing meat in a child’s diet, healthier alternatives to dairy and soy, starting solid foods, establishing a regular eating schedule, dealing with picky eating, and the best foods for every age and stage so your baby gets the best nutrition to minimize illness and optimize sleep, digestion, behavior, and brain development.

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

Katherine Erlich, M.D., is a board certified pediatrician and mother of two who practices out of one of the largest holistic medical center in the Midwest. Prior to starting her now thriving pediatric practice, she spent over a decade in a busy, conventional pediatric practice where she gained extensive clinical experience. Currently, at Healing the Whole Child, PLLC, Dr. Erlich guides her patients to better health through an individualized medical approach, integrating nutrition, holistic philosophies and traditional medicine.  Dr. Erlich has been instrumental in creating her school district's Wellness Committee, featured on the news, and has authored articles printed in several publications. She lives in Michigan.

Kelly Genzlinger, C.N.C., C.M.T.A., has dedicated many years to the study of nutrition and foods’ effects within the human body.  She is a traditional-foods advocate in her community and is dedicated to promoting wellness for her children, family, and nutritional clients.  An author, speaker, and certified nutritional consultant, Kelly is proud to have changed the lives of countless children and adults with her teachings, guidance, and counsel related to whole, real, traditional foods. Her first book, Sugar...Stop the Addiction, addressed the national crisis of excessive sugar consumption. She has been a featured speaker at wellness symposiums and a guest on cable shows such as Diabetes Countdown and The Bottom Line. She resides in Michigan.

Product Details

• Paperback: 240 pages
• Publisher: Fair Winds Press (March 1, 2012)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1592335039
• ISBN-13: 978-1592335039
• Product Dimensions: 8 x 0.7 x 9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (37 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #16,278 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

14 of 16 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Fabulous book on REAL FOOD baby nutrition May 2, 2012

By C. Collins

Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase

I discovered traditional/real food diets when my oldest daughter was about 14 months old. Before my discovery we were on what modern nutritionists would consider an excellent diet, gluten free, vegetable oils, organic fruits and veggies etc. Little did I know that this diet was seriously lacking in vital nutrients for me and my family. I have Celiacs Disease with a wide range of lingering symptoms and my daughter was off the charts small with cradle cap. Upon changing our diet to nutrient dense foods from grass fed animals, raw milk, fermented foods and drinks, coconut oils and grass fed butter our health flourished! I was delighted to see that this book was now available since my 5 month old son will be eating soon, I just wish it had been around back when my daughter was a baby.

The book it self is very easy to read and understand, with well laid out pages including graphs and guides. Quick reference guides for month to month guidelines of acceptable foods per age. It separates common foods into categories from CRAP foods, OKAY foods, PURE foods and POWER foods. Even includes recipes to help those who are new to cooking with real food. It also contains guidelines on how mommy should eat while pregnant and nursing.

Overall I am so happy that this book was written and I have a heart felt wish that all caregivers of children big and small should read this book. In an age of rampant chronic childhood illnesses our current methods of nourishing our children should be seriously reconsidered and the wisdom of our ancestors should once again be applied.

8 of 9 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars So Thankful for this Book! March 31, 2012

By Jacquelyn

Format:Paperback

This book has completely changed my thinking on how to feed our baby. I knew babies and toddlers needed a high fat diet, but I didn't realize the types of foods that should be included (and avoided). I also assumed they needed rice cereal, but what nutritional value is there in rice? This book is full of enlightening facts, and the scientific and historical explanations are very helpful in validating the concepts.

8 of 9 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Well Researched! March 28, 2012

By JK

Format:Paperback

One of the most well researched nutrition books I have read. The authors provide advice that is backed by a well supported knowledge base. Despite all the heavy research done, their layout is very easy to read and digest (pun intended). They provide not only philisophical suggestions but *real* solutions with their tasty & nutritious recipes. As a mother of three, aunt of 14 & healthcare professional working with children, I can say I have seen a lot... And this is by far the most impressive & cutting-edge nutrition information out there on the market. Kudos.

8 of 9 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars If you feed children, this is a must read. March 12, 2012

By Jpi61357

Format:Paperback

I really enjoyed reading this book, as a grandmother, I am glad my grandikids will benefit from this thoughtful, creative well researched information. I wish I had known the detrimental effects of sugar and the benefits of good fats when my children were small. But at any age this book can have an impact on the food choices you make, for you and your family.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars The search for the perfect guide to feed kids ends here! May 30, 2012

By heather

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I just want to say that this is the book I've been searching for ever since I started going towards real food and off processed! I've read so much information from so many books, blogs, websites, etc., and this book condenses all that info in one easy to read book. It's supported by the respected real food people such as the GAPS author and the Weston A. Price foundation as well as others.

The layout is easy to read and organized in stages for what to feed your baby as they learn to eat solids--up through toddlerhood. BUT it is information that can be used to feed all your kids, no matter the age. I have 4 kids ranging from 12 months to almost 9 years old and I can implement this information with everyone, including hubbie and I. ;)

Transitioning back to real natural food can be overwhelming, but this book totally lays it out and takes you step by step. It also lays out all the information you need to know to understand why real food is important for optimal health and how the standard American diet is harming our children, not helping. I highly recommend this book!!!

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Must Read! May 6, 2012

By lindarae

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I think this book is a must read for parents, I would suggest it to everyone -- not just those with a baby. The advise is wonderful, well written, and easy to implement. We have really needed a nutrition book for parents that empower parents and help them get back to traditional foods. I bought a copy for all of my friends and family, it is a great tool for the new Mom.

7 of 8 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars The Principles of the Weston A. Price Foundation July 3, 2012

By Sally W Fallon

Format:Paperback

This badly needed book provides a blueprint for feeding your baby based squarely in the principles of the Weston A. Price Foundation. Cod liver oil, liver and other organ meats, raw dairy, pastured animal fats and butter, bone broths, free-range eggs, lacto-fermented condiments and beverages and unrefined salt - all figure large in these pages. The authors stress the need for animal fats for neurological development, and warn against popular empty food for babies like juice and cereals. There are chapters devoted to our raw milk baby formula and to nutrient-dense diets for pregnant mothers.

In addition to all this wonderful information, the authors have amassed an interesting collection of antique ads for canned baby food - not because they recommend canned baby food but because these ads all tout the benefits of animal foods like meat and liver for growing babies. Nowadays you can hardly find baby food meat in jars - it is all just vegetables and water. How would you feel if you were just fed vegetables and water? No wonder our babies are cranky and have trouble sleeping through the night!

The authors have worked hard to get all the details in line with the principles of traditional diets; this book is highly recommended for anyone with a baby, or planning to have a baby. A big Thumbs UP. (Review by Sally Fallon Morell)"