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Pediatric nutrition in Calabasas

Pediatric Nutrition Counseling in Calabasas

Evidence-based, compassionate nutrition guidance that builds healthy habits for life — from starting solids and picky eating to food allergies and teen sports fuel.

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Whole-child, gut-health focusJudgment-free guidanceContinuous follow-up
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Nutrition’s role in whole-child development

What your child eats shapes far more than growth — it drives cellular energy, immune resilience, emotional regulation, focus, and long-term metabolic health.

In the foundational early years, a balanced diet supports rapid brain development and a diverse gut microbiome. Establishing healthy patterns early protects against childhood obesity, type 2 diabetes, iron-deficiency anemia, and food sensitivities. We tailor every plan to your child’s biology and your household — grounded in guidance like the USDA Dietary Guidelines, never fad diets.

Every age & stage

Nutrition support that grows with your child

Starting solids

We guide the transition from breast milk or formula to nutrient-dense foods — purees, baby-led weaning, or a hybrid — introducing allergens safely and ensuring adequate iron.

Picky eating & aversions

We help you tell normal selectivity from sensory-based aversions, and expand your toddler’s palate without pressure or short-order cooking.

Food allergies & gut health

For dairy, gluten, nut, or soy sensitivities that show up as tummy pain, eczema, or poor weight gain, we evaluate, test, and build a complete alternative plan.

Teen & sports nutrition

We work with preteens and teens on healthy body image, preventing deficiencies, and sports-nutrition strategies for recovery and focus.

Why Calabasas Pediatrics

Nutrition guidance with time to go deep

In-depth 30–60 minute visitsTraditional appointments rarely have time to examine a child’s full diet, lifestyle, and home environment. Ours do.
Custom, not genericNo printed meal handout — a dietary strategy tailored to your child’s metabolism, sensitivities, and routines.
Continuous check-insOngoing text, email, and phone support as habits change — not one visit a year.
Whole-foods philosophyWe emphasize whole foods, healthy fats, fiber-rich plants, and a positive, guilt-free relationship with food.
Dr. Tanya Altmann, founder of Calabasas Pediatrics
Dr. Tanya Altmann
Founder · UCLA-trained Pediatrician · AAP Spokesperson

A nationally recognized child-health expert, best-selling author, and AAP spokesperson, Dr. Altmann leads our team in delivering evidence-based, whole-child care right here in Calabasas.

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Preparing for your nutrition consultation

Keep a 3-day food journalRecord everything your child eats and drinks for three days — portions, meal times, and any physical or behavioral reactions.
List symptoms or goalsNote concerns like stomachaches, low energy, poor growth, bowel irregularity, or extreme selectivity.
Bring current supplementsGather any vitamins, probiotics, or supplements your child takes so we can review dosages and ingredients.
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FAQ

Nutrition counseling FAQs

When should we start solid foods?
Most babies are ready around six months. We guide the transition — purees, baby-led weaning, or a mix — helping you introduce allergens safely, ensure enough iron, and avoid choking hazards.
How do you handle picky eating?
We first distinguish normal developmental selectivity from sensory-based aversion, then use gentle strategies to expand your child’s palate — no pressure, power struggles, or short-order cooking.
Can you help identify a food allergy or intolerance?
Yes. For symptoms like chronic tummy pain, eczema, bowel irregularity, or poor weight gain, we conduct clinical evaluations and appropriate testing, then build a balanced plan around safe alternatives.
Do you counsel teen athletes?
We do — supporting healthy body image, preventing nutrient deficiencies, and designing sports-nutrition strategies that optimize recovery and academic focus.
Is this a fad-diet program?
No. Our guidance is grounded in clinical science and whole foods — healthy fats, fiber-rich plants, and clean proteins — with a focus on a positive, guilt-free relationship with food.
Is nutrition counseling included in membership?
Yes — unhurried nutrition consultations and continuous follow-up are part of your membership.

Build healthy habits that last a lifetime

Apply to join our practice, or contact our Calabasas office to schedule a personalized nutrition consultation.

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