Sprout & Shine Nutrition

Sprout & Shine Nutrition Welcome to Sprout & Shine Nutrition! Founded by Dianna Scott, a Registered Dietitian with a focus on pediatric and family nutrition support.

Our goal is to enhance children's health and nutrition through family-focused, evidence-based nutrition education.

✨ Fueling strength training in pregnancy — benefits for parent and baby ✨Weight lifting during pregnancy is supported by...
02/10/2026

✨ Fueling strength training in pregnancy — benefits for parent and baby ✨

Weight lifting during pregnancy is supported by research and is associated with benefits including improved functional strength, better glucose regulation, reduced pregnancy-related aches, and support for postpartum recovery 💪✨

Because pregnancy increases energy, protein, and fluid needs, fueling matters even more when strength training:

🔬 Evidence-based pregnancy fueling for lifting:
🌱 Carbohydrates to support training energy and blood glucose
🌱 Protein to support muscle repair, maternal tissue growth, and fetal development
🌱 Fluids + electrolytes to account for increased blood volume, sweat losses, and thermoregulation changes
🌱 Adequate total calories to prevent under-fueling and excessive fatigue

There are fetal benefits too. Adequate maternal nutrition and appropriate exercise are linked with healthy fetal growth, improved placental function, and reduced risk of excessive or inadequate birth weight 🔬🤍

Strength training is not about “bouncing back” — it’s about supporting a strong, capable body through pregnancy and into postpartum 🤍

At Sprout & Shine Nutrition, we provide evidence-based prenatal nutrition support that complements safe movement and strength training across pregnancy.

🤰 Personalized pregnancy + exercise nutrition support available — link in bio.

From 6–12 months, solid foods are about exposure, not intake 🌱✨Touching, tasting, gagging, spitting out — it all counts ...
02/01/2026

From 6–12 months, solid foods are about exposure, not intake 🌱✨
Touching, tasting, gagging, spitting out — it all counts as learning.

✔ Repeated exposure > perfect meals
✔ Gagging = skill development
✔ Variety early helps reduce picky eating later
✔ Breastmilk/formula still does the heavy lifting

Progress isn’t linear — and that’s normal.

Need individualized guidance for your baby or family? Book a call with a Registered Dietitian at Sprout & Shine Nutrition (link in bio).

❤️ Heart Month Treat! ❤️Celebrating love + nourishment this February with heart-shaped peanut butter cookies made with w...
02/01/2026

❤️ Heart Month Treat! ❤️
Celebrating love + nourishment this February with heart-shaped peanut butter cookies made with wholesome ingredients! These are perfect for little hands, family baking days, and mindful moments around the table 🍪💕

Ingredients:
✨ 1 cup creamy natural peanut butter
✨ ½ cup honey
✨ 1 tsp vanilla
✨ 1 cup almond flour

Instructions:
1️⃣ Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2️⃣ In a bowl, stir together peanut butter, honey & vanilla until smooth.
3️⃣ Add almond flour and mix until fully combined.
4️⃣ Shape dough into balls and gently press into heart shapes — then flatten slightly with your fingers or the bottom of a glass.
5️⃣ Place cookies on the baking sheet and sprinkle with sea salt if you like.
6️⃣ Bake ~12 minutes or until edges start to turn golden.
7️⃣ Let cool before enjoying and sharing with your loved ones! 🍪💞

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Because soup + grilled cheese never gets old 💛This version packs in extra protein and nutrients — family-approved and fr...
10/19/2025

Because soup + grilled cheese never gets old 💛
This version packs in extra protein and nutrients — family-approved and freezer-friendly (recipe below)!🌱

💡 Why this works
✨Each bowl of the soup offers ~10 g of protein (without adding meat) thanks to bone broth + cottage cheese.
✨Butternut squash brings natural sweetness, vitamins A & C, fibre & potassium.
✨The grilled cheese adds extra (and much-loved) comfort!
✨It’s cozy, family-friendly, and simple enough for a weeknight.

🍲 High-Protein Butternut Squash Soup

Ingredients (makes ~6 servings)
• 1 large butternut squash (~3–3.5 lb), halved, seeds removed
• ½ tablespoon olive oil
• 3 garlic cloves, peeled
• 1 shallot, peeled
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme (divided)
• 1 teaspoon rubbed sage (divided)
• 4 cups bone broth
• ¾ cup small-curd cottage cheese
• ⅛ teaspoon cumin
• ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 tablespoon honey

👩‍🍳 Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400 °F (≈ 200 °C). Line a baking sheet with foil.
2. Rub the cut faces of the squash with olive oil, then sprinkle with salt, pepper, ½ tsp thyme, ½ tsp sage. Place cut side down. Add garlic cloves and the shallot to the tray, drizzle lightly with olive oil. Roast ~40–45 minutes until squash is very soft.
3. Meanwhile, in a large soup pot, combine bone broth + remaining spices (1 tsp salt, ¼ tsp pepper, ½ tsp thyme, ½ tsp sage, cumin, nutmeg, honey). Bring to simmer.
4. Once squash is tender, scoop out the flesh (skin should peel away easily) and cut into cubes. Add squash + roasted garlic + shallot to the pot. Simmer ~10 minutes.
5. Remove from heat, stir in cottage cheese. Puree with an immersion blender (or in a blender) until silky smooth. Taste & adjust seasoning as needed.
6. Serve soup hot, with grilled cheese on the side. Enjoy!

🧡✨ Fall in love with these super-moist, spiced pumpkin muffins—perfect for cozy mornings and picky eaters alike!🍂At Spro...
10/07/2025

🧡✨ Fall in love with these super-moist, spiced pumpkin muffins—perfect for cozy mornings and picky eaters alike!🍂

At Sprout & Shine Nutrition, we love recipes that are family-friendly, fun, and nourishing. These pumpkin muffins check all the boxes and are a great way to introduce kids to healthy baking.

Ingredients:
• 1¾ cups (220g) all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• ½ tsp ground nutmeg
• ⅓ cup maple syrup
• ½ cup (120ml) coconut oil
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup (245g) pumpkin puree
• Optional: ½ cup chocolate chips or nuts

Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin pan with liners.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and spices.
3. In a large bowl, whisk together maple syrup, oil, eggs, vanilla, and pumpkin until smooth.
4. Add dry ingredients to wet and gently fold until just combined. Stir in chocolate chips or nuts if using.
5. Divide batter evenly among muffin cups. Bake 18–22 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
6. Cool in pan 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Enjoy!

Perfect for breakfasts, snacks, or lunchboxes—these muffins freeze well too! ❄️

✨ Add a little colour, add a lot of fun! 🌈One of the simplest ways to make food more appealing for kids (and grown-ups t...
09/28/2025

✨ Add a little colour, add a lot of fun! 🌈
One of the simplest ways to make food more appealing for kids (and grown-ups too!) is by bringing variety and colour to the plate. Different colours = different nutrients, but they also make meals more exciting and engaging for picky eaters.

💡 Try offering fruits and veggies in a rainbow of shades, cut into fun shapes, or served family-style so kids can explore at their own pace. Sometimes, a little creativity goes a long way in helping little ones feel curious (instead of cautious!) about new foods.

👉 At Sprout & Shine Nutrition, we’re here to support families through the ups and downs of picky eating and make mealtimes a little brighter. 🌟

✨ A pasta night upgrade ✨Skip the commercial pasta sauces loaded with preservatives and make this fresh, nourishing vers...
09/21/2025

✨ A pasta night upgrade ✨
Skip the commercial pasta sauces loaded with preservatives and make this fresh, nourishing version instead! 🍅🧄🌿 We roasted Roma tomatoes, onion, garlic, oregano, fresh basil and olive oil, then blended it all up with cottage cheese for a creamy, protein-rich twist.

Serve over your favorite pasta or spaghetti squash for a lighter option. 🍝✨ We stirred in lean ground beef and mushrooms for extra flavour, protein, and nutrition — but it’s delicious on its own too.

Family-friendly comfort food, with simple ingredients you can feel good about🌱

🍎 September Spotlight: Apples!Back-to-school season means apple season is in full swing! Not only are apples a crunchy, ...
09/14/2025

🍎 September Spotlight: Apples!

Back-to-school season means apple season is in full swing! Not only are apples a crunchy, refreshing snack, but they’re also packed with nutrition benefits for the whole family:

✨ Rich in fiber to support digestion and steady energy
✨ Natural source of vitamin C for immune health
✨ Contain antioxidants that protect your cells
✨ Kid-friendly, portable, and versatile

👉 Try them sliced with nut or seed butter, baked into oatmeal, or added to a harvest salad.

At Sprout & Shine Nutrition, we love foods that are simple, nourishing, and family-friendly—and apples check all the boxes.

🍏 What’s your favorite way to enjoy apples this season?

Fuel for Focus this School Year 📚✨ Back to school means back to packing lunches 🍎🎒—but it’s more than just filling a lun...
09/07/2025

Fuel for Focus this School Year 📚✨
Back to school means back to packing lunches 🍎🎒—but it’s more than just filling a lunchbox. Studies link balanced meals—protein, healthy fats, whole grains & produce—to stronger focus, better mood, and sustained energy.

Our simple formula (protein + healthy fat + whole grain + produce) makes it easy to fuel brains, bodies & bright smiles all year long. 💛

🌱 Read our recent blog post for easy, nourishing inspiration! Link in bio.

🌱✨ Big News from Sprout & Shine! ✨🌱We’re growing — and so are the ways we support you! 💛 We’re thrilled to now offer Pre...
08/20/2025

🌱✨ Big News from Sprout & Shine! ✨🌱
We’re growing — and so are the ways we support you! 💛 We’re thrilled to now offer Prenatal, Pregnancy, and Postpartum Nutrition Services to help parents thrive from the very beginning of their journey. 👶🤰

✨ Prenatal & Pregnancy Nutrition
* Personalized support for increased nutrient needs
* Managing nausea, fatigue & digestion
* Safe, nourishing strategies for baby’s development
* Balanced weight gain guidance

✨ Postpartum & Lactation Support
* Healing and recovery-focused nutrition
* Energy-boosting, mood-balancing meal plans
* Nourishment to support lactation
* Support for fatigue, mood shifts & weight goals

Whether you’re expecting, newly postpartum, or navigating feeding + fatigue, we’re here to help you shine — every step of the way. 💫

📩 DM us or visit the link in bio to learn more & book!

Fresh. Local. Nourishing.This vibrant summer plate is a celebration of community and seasonal goodness 🌿💚✨ Kale straight...
07/28/2025

Fresh. Local. Nourishing.
This vibrant summer plate is a celebration of community and seasonal goodness 🌿💚

✨ Kale straight from a friend’s garden
🫐 Juicy blueberries from our local farmers market
🍓 Finished with a fresh strawberry vinaigrette from a nearby farm

At Sprout & Shine Nutrition, we believe in connecting families to real food—grown close to home and full of flavour + nutrients. Supporting local never tasted so good! 🌱

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