Children & Teens
Nutrition for children and teenagers
Practical support for growth, fussy eating and healthy weight, with the whole family involved.
Children's eating can be a source of worry: fussy eating, poor growth, too many snacks, or concerns about weight. Strict diets are not appropriate for growing children, and pressure at mealtimes often makes things worse.
Hamna works with parents to build calm, practical routines around family meals, school lunches and snacks. Medical concerns, such as poor growth or a diagnosed condition, are managed together with your paediatrician.
Who this is for
This service may be right for you if:
- Your child is a fussy or selective eater
- Your paediatrician has raised concerns about growth or weight
- Your teenager wants guidance on healthy eating, sport or weight
- Your child has a condition that affects eating, alongside medical care
- You want healthier family meals and lunchboxes
How assessment works
- 01
Growth
Height and weight history plotted on growth charts, and any medical concerns.
- 02
Eating pattern
Meals, snacks, drinks, school food and fussy eating.
- 03
Family routine
Who cooks, mealtimes, screens and activity.
- 04
Medical background
Conditions, allergies and medicines, with your paediatrician's input.
What your plan includes
- A family-friendly meal and snack routine
- Practical strategies for fussy eating without pressure
- Lunchbox and snack ideas using Pakistani food
- Healthy weight guidance that never puts children on restrictive diets
- Age-appropriate advice for teenagers and young athletes
What to expect
You will leave with a clear plan and agreed next steps. A parent or guardian attends with children under 18.
Follow-ups review growth and routines. Medical assessment of growth problems stays with your paediatrician.
Common questions
Will you put my child on a diet?
My child only eats a few foods. Is that normal?
Can teenagers come on their own?
Do you see babies for weaning?
Clinical review & references
Clinical review by Hafiza Hamna Mushtaq, Registered Dietitian & Nutritionist (AHPC REG-20250614-257481). Last reviewed: date Hamna reviews this page
General information only; your plan depends on your results, medicines and other conditions. Medical disclaimer
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