Pediatric Nutrition

Medical nutrition therapy (MNT) is nutrition-based guidance from a registered dietitian who understands every child is unique and has different nutritional needs. MNT can help you and your child:

• Set goals like following a nutritious diet
• Improve lifestyle habits
• Create a personalized treatment plan
• Stay motivated and healthy with regular follow-up care

Your child needs proper nutrition at every stage of life. That’s because children and adolescents require nutrient-rich, balanced meals to support healthy growth and development. When you introduce the concept of nutrition early on in childhood, you establish the foundation for a lifetime of healthy eating behaviors.

Children who are well-nourished and participate in regular physical activity:

• Perform better academically
• Are less likely to be absent from school
• Have increased self-esteem

Our registered dietitian's expertise can help your child feel better and thrive. Pediatric nutrition services treat and manage chronic health conditions and other illnesses affected by diet, such as:

Nutrition services are also available for families looking to improve their eating habits and overall nutrition.

Customized, one-on-one medical nutrition therapy for your child. Visit includes:

• Assessment – Reviews current eating and lifestyle habits, lab results, and medical history
• Diagnosis – Identifies nutritional needs
• Intervention – Creates a nutrition plan that fits your child’s needs, taste preferences and lifestyle
• Monitoring and evaluation – Tracks progress and outcomes, reinforces nutritional themes and provides ongoing encouragement to help your child achieve their nutritional goals

• You'll need a referral from your child's pediatrician before you can schedule an appointment. Please see the online physician referral form
• Call 203.276.4061 if you have any questions or need assistance.
• Please bring a copy of your insurance card to your appointment, see list of what Stamford Hospital insurances are accepted.