Specialty

Pediatric Nutrition

Healthy eating and nutrition are key to children’s health and well-being. A pediatric dietitian provides nutrition services in all stages – infant, toddler, child and teen. They work with families to help children meet their nutritional needs and set the stage for a lifetime of good health. At Mankato Clinic, our pediatric dietitian works closely with pediatricians, family medicine providers and gastroenterologists.

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About

Pediatric dietitians can help with the following:

  • Feeding difficulties in infants
  • Introducing solids and baby-led weaning
  • Family feeding & mealtime practices
  • Food allergies
  • Gastrointestinal (GI) conditions
  • Healthy eating
  • High cholesterol
  • Nutrient deficiencies
  • Picky eating
  • Poor weight gain
  • Pre-diabetes
  • Sports nutrition
  • Weight management

Referrals

Your healthcare provider may refer you to a pediatric dietitian. If you think your child can benefit from nutrition services, talk with your healthcare provider about your concerns.

What can parents, caregivers and children expect?

Your first appointment is a nutrition assessment. In this visit, your dietitian will work with you to create individualized goals to meet nutritional needs and determine a plan moving forward.

Insurance

Health insurance and coverage varies. Call the number on the back of your insurance card to check your coverage.  

Our Providers

Accepting Patients

MS, RD, LD

Laura Hoekstra

Accepting new patients