Research has shown that good nutrition is necessary for optimal growth and development and an important component in the prevention and management of many diseases. Dietitians are available to meet with pediatric patients and their families to provide individualized nutrition counseling for for all types of nutrition and medical problems, including: - Poor growth - Cardiac abnormalities - Diabetes - Feeding difficulties - Food allergies - Formula intolerance - Gastrointestinal disorders - Inborn errors of metabolism - Ketogenic diet for epilepsy - Lactose intolerance - Renal (kidney) failure - Sports nutrition - Vegetarian and specialized diets - Weight management and obesity $(".color-layla").replaceWith('Phone Adult Appointments
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617.414.4841'); .cta2{background-color:#f4efd9;} @media (max-width:768px) { .ctaThumb{padding:15px;} .cta2{background-color:#fff;} ### Nutrition (Pediatrics) - [Contact Us](#contact-us) - [Specialty Clinics](#specialty-clinics) - [Related Departments and Programs](#related-departments-and-programs) - [Treatments & Services](#treatments-services) - [Our Team](#our-team) ## Contact Us ##### Department of Pediatrics [ 801 Massachusetts Ave., Boston, MA 02119 7th Floor BMC, Crosstown Center ](https://maps.app.goo.gl/xHWq2RQhAjbdbTFd8) [617.414.4841](tel:617.414.4841) Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; Tuesday and Thursday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. [ ![](https://assets.bmc.org/transform/52184c85-c2c6-4047-b33d-aa7bf996c852/20140821ecBMC_1309?io=transform:fill,width:300,height:200&format=jpg) ](/visiting-us/crosstown-building) ## Specialty Clinics [### Nutrition and Fitness for Life (Pediatrics) A program within the Department of Pediatrics focused on promoting a healthy lifestyle for children while teaching families about balanced eating, active living, and positive habits. ](/departments/pediatric-specialty-care/nutrition-pediatrics/nutrition-and-fitness-life-pediatrics) ## Related Departments and Programs [### Pediatric Primary Care A program within the Department of Pediatrics providing children’s primary care from infancy to young adulthood, including check-ups, sick visits, vaccines, teen care, behavioral health, and support for chronic conditions. ](/departments/pediatric-primary-care) [### Pediatric Specialty Care Children’s specialty care that includes programs like developmental and behavioral pediatrics, gastroenterology, emergency care, and more. Families receive expert pediatric care tailored to each child’s unique needs at every stage of growth. ](/departments/pediatric-specialty-care) [### Adolescent Medicine A pediatric primary care program specializing in pediatric and adolescent medicine, providing comprehensive, age-appropriate care for teens and young adults. ](/departments/pediatric-primary-care/adolescent-medicine) [### Family Medicine A department where family practice physicians provide primary care to support individuals and families at every stage of life, including adult and pediatric care, women’s health, behavioral health, addiction treatment, and nursing services. ](/departments/family-medicine) [### The Grow Clinic for Children A program within the Department of Pediatrics providing pediatric social services for children with growth and developmental concerns, including screening, nutrition guidance, and coordinated care to support healthy development. ](/departments/pediatric-primary-care/grow-clinic-children) ## Treatments & Services ### Nutrition Counseling Nutrition Counseling is provided by a registered dietitian (RD). During a counseling session, the dietitian works with each client, child, and/or parents/guardians to teach healthy eating habits. Counseling is individualized based on the client’s medical, social, and ethnic background. Meal plans, food label reading, recipe modification, and shopping tips are also provided if needed. Together, the RD and the patient develop realistic goals for promoting good health and wellness. [Read more](/services/nutrition-counseling) ## Our Team ### Inpatient Pediatric Care - Kara Choiniere, RD - Jessica Perelli, RD ### Outpatient Pediatric Care **Gastroenterology** - Lauren Berard, RD, LDN **Neurology** - Catherine Barry, MS, RD, LDN **Weight Management** - Kate Donovan, MS, RD, LDN