Dr Kyla- Paediatric Dietitian

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Dr Kyla- Paediatric Dietitian

Dr Kyla Smith is a paediatric dietitian revolutionising the way we feed our families Food and mealtimes are overwhelming for so many families.

I’m here to help you feel good about mealtimes, and change the way we feed this generation of children. There’s the process of starting off on solid food, surviving the fussy toddler stages and navigating school lunchboxes and family mealtimes, all whilst battling a myriad of misinformation and our own learned and sometimes negative relationships with food. My mission is to empower you with the skills and confidence to support your baby, your toddler and your school-aged child to love their food and feel comfortable in their bodies. We can raise our children to respect their bodies and trust their hunger, and feel confident around food. It’s not always easy in our diet-obsessed culture, but it is possible. My approach will set your kids up for a future of eating that supports them to grow and thrive. I can't wait for you to join me!

04/04/2026

Seriously, it will all be ok.

Easter and other holidays should be about spending quality time together, not counting how many Easter eggs your child has eaten.

This might feel tricky (and sticky) for some families, so check out my latest post on my tips for how to approach Easter chocolate with kids.

Head to https://mealtimes.com.au/blogs/easter-chocolate-toddler/ for more x

02/04/2026

Maybe last Easter didn’t feel good for you. Maybe your child ate what they ate. Maybe you counted how much they ate. Maybe others commented on what they ate. Maybe the crows ate your Easter eggs overnight.

Maybe this year could be different.

One of my biggest messages is to trust your kid to eat as much as they need. This applies to all food, from broccoli and Easter eggs.

If you’ve always controlled Easter chocolate portions, it might feel impossible to let go, but there is another way. I’d love for your whole family to be able to enjoy your holiday without the food noise.

Comment EASTER BLOG and I’ll send you my tips for approaching Easter chocolate 🐰🍫

Oh… and here’s a bonus but very important (!!) Easter tip from me - don’t try to be clever. Never hide your eggs the night before. Only the neighbourhood crows and rats will benefit from this 😬

31/03/2026

This apple, banana and oat puree pouch is rolling into the baby food aisle looking good, but is it t-oat-ally worth squeezing into the trolley? Wow, that pun was oat-ragous...

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30/03/2026

How did we even get here?!

28/03/2026

I recommend trying to make small changes to lunchboxes day-to-day for variety BUT this doesn’t mean you need to come up with a completely brand new lunchbox every day.

These lunchboxes are what I recently sent for my youngest. You certainly don’t need to try and replicate them, but let’s use them as an example to talk about offering variety in the lunchbox.

- Each lunchbox is different but foods repeat over the week
- My daughter loves a bliss ball so these feature regularly
- We had grapes delivered but they’re also low prep so an easy inclusion
- Cucumber is often included as a token veg
- We baked the oat biscuits on the weekend so used them up over the week alongside sweet snacks from the freezer
- I utilised leftovers to mix up the ‘main’ component
- Generally included something from each of the food groups most days

I'd like to acknowledge that for some kids their lunchboxes might be very similar (or even the same) every day. Remember, you know your child best.

If you’d like some support building lunchboxes, head to https://mealtimes.com.au/product/dr-kylas-guide-to-packing-school-lunchboxes/ and check out my Lunchbox Masterclass and you can purchase the replay.

Family Mealtimes members can access the recording for FREE in the membership.

26/03/2026

Making puree doesn’t need to be complicated 🙃

To keep it simple I tend to recommend choosing some individual foods that are easy to prepare (even better if it’s already part of your family meal ). It might be something as simple as leftover steamed veg or slow cooked meat.

Remember, you really can puree almost anything.

Here are some quick tips for making puree:
🔅Thin it out with breastmilk, formula or cooled boiled water until it’s the right texture for your baby
🔅Freeze leftover puree in ice cube trays so you’ve got small portions ready to go
🔅A stick blender is useful for blitzing smaller portions and will save you from accidentally making enough pumpkin puree to last a lifetime 😅

And if you do end up with a freezer full of smooth puree… Don’t stress. As your baby’s biting and chewing skills progress you can easily add texture with things like crushed Weet-Bix, couscous, rice or pasta. Plus you can use them in basic finger foods!

Is your baby starting solids soon? Head to https://mealtimes.com.au/magnet/starting-solids/ and I’ll send you my free starting solids eBook 👶🏻🥣🥦📕

24/03/2026

There’s no doubt that kids love sultanas, so let’s see how this classic cereal fares when it comes to the crunch.

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I use emojis to give you an insight into what I think of the product, but you can read the full review (max 3 min read) on my website.

Read the review: https://mealtimes.com.au/chewsday-reviews/

23/03/2026

Ah, toddlers. Always keeping us on our toes, right? 😂

It never surprises me to hear from members that their toddler seems to have an almost unlimited palate at daycare. And then they come home and are just picking at their plate.

As a parent, I get that it can be frustrating (or at best, mildly annoying). But I want you to know this isn’t a reflection of your cooking. It is far more likely to be the magic of peer modelling and a low pressure environment.

So tell me, what did your toddler eat at daycare that shocked you to your core?

21/03/2026

Has your toddler turned into a little snack monster?

It can be really frustrating when your toddler barely eats at main meals but then seems to constantly ask for snacks.

This comes up in my Toddler Mealtimes membership A LOT so you’re definitely not alone.

Lots of parents find themselves worrying about how much their toddler has eaten, so it feels particularly tricky to say no when they do ask for food.

If you feel like you're constantly preparing and offering food, you might be wondering how to get back to serving three main meals and two snacks a day.

I’ve pulled together some of my top tips for offering toddlers snacks (including some easy snack ideas) inside a free online guide.

Head to https://mealtimes.com.au/magnet/snacks-guide/ and I’ll send it to you quicker than your kid can finish a squeezy yoghurt.

20/03/2026

If your toddler is more aware of what others are eating (and what they’re not eating) then this could be the first Easter that involves chocolate.

You might feel like you’re nailing your mealtime roles and trusting your toddler to be in charge of how much they eat... But can you also trust them to be in charge of how much chocolate they have?! 🍫

We often assume that kids won’t be able to control themself and they’ll eat too much.

BUT actually, restricting chocolate is more likely to lead to eating more than they truly feel like.

If you’d like to learn more about how I recommend approaching Easter chocolate, check out my latest post 🐰

https://mealtimes.com.au/blogs/easter-chocolate-toddler/

19/03/2026

What does a successful meal look like for your family?

In my household, a successful meal is where everyone can eat enough to be full.

Maybe my kids eat every part of the meal, BUT it’s more likely that they don’t. It’s still a successful meal even if they don’t eat any veggies. It’s still a successful meal if they opt for the grains over the protein food.

There is so much learning happening at shared mealtimes. When your kids are able to choose what they eat from what you serve, they’re more able to learn about those trickier foods on the table.

If you cook a meal that you want to eat, and include a safe food for your kids, then you’re crushing it 💪

Remember, this is a long game. And your efforts are never wasted.

17/03/2026

These dinosaur nuggets are stomping their way into freezers everywhere, but are they roar-some or just more crumb than cluck? Let's dig in!

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Read the review: https://mealtimes.com.au/chewsday-reviews/

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Mealtime Building Blocks provides in-home, phone or email support for families experiencing mealtime difficulties. The director of Mealtime Building Blocks, Dr Kyla Smith, and Liz Beaton are paediatric dietitians with 10+ experience working with children and parents who are finding mealtimes challenging. Lauren Pike is an Occupational Therapist with 10+ years experience working with children and mealtime difficulties. Kyla, Liz and Lauren are passionate about helping parents and children to experience positive mealtimes, without stress and worry. If you feel like your household is experiencing 'mealtime madness' then making an appointment might be worthwhile. In-home appointments mean your child can be comfortable in their own environment, and you're saved the stress of packing everyone and everything into the car to get to an appointment.