Nutrition 4 Kids with Iron Deficiency

A Dietitian Guided Program for Children with Suspected or Diagnosed Iron Deficiency

DID YOU KNOW…

Iron deficiency is the most common nutrient deficiency in the world!

Why does iron deficiency or iron deficiency anemia matter?

Low iron or anemia is nothing to be brushed off. It is a major health concern in children that needs to be addressed, assessed early and treated effectively. A child with low iron can have delayed growth and untreated anemia may affect mental development and function that often leads to attention problems, delays in reading ability and poor school performance.

47% of school-aged children are iron deficient

and that number is likely higher as many children are not tested.

Do you suspect your child is iron deficient? Have they been diagnosed with low iron?

Who is at risk?

Babies born premature or low-birth weight
Breastfed babies not given complementary foods at 6 months
Milk babies (drinking excessive milk daily)
Young children during growth spurts
Teens, especially girls with heavy menstrual cycles
Those with a low iron diet
Children with poor digestion and/or absorption

Symptoms of iron deficiency and their severity can vary; some children may have only one to two symptoms or even be asymptomatic.

Is your child showing any of these signs:

Headaches
Pale skin & dark circles under the eyes
Sleep issues
Fatigue or feeling tired often
Poor appetite
Concentration problems
Muscle weakness

Lack of focus or inattention
Dizziness
Shortness of breath
Sensitivity to cold
Fainting upon standing (in severe cases)
Restless leg syndrome
PICA (craving dirt, ice or clay)

If yes, we need to see your child RIGHT NOW

Our pediatric dietitian & childhood nutrition expert, Angela Dodge, will guide you through our Nutrition 4 Kids with Iron Deficiency program.

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Nutrition 4 Kids with Iron Deficiency

What you get:

A review of your child's current diet and intake through computerized nutrient analysis.
Suggestion of blood work if needed to assess potential iron deficiency. (dietitian can send request to your doctor).
An assessment of blood work results.
Recommendations for appropriate food and supplementation for any resulting deficiency.
Advice on types of iron supplements and how to get your child to actually take them if needed.
Personalized supplement calendar to follow along easily.
Messaging support during the package.
Handouts and worksheets as needed.
Discount on professional grade supplements.

How does it work?

You will have three virtual sessions with the dietitian over a 1-2 month time period depending on blood work results.

First Session

(60 minutes)

Introductory consult where we discuss your child’s health history, goals, review their current food and supplement intake and conduct a thorough assessment of them as a whole.

Iron Deficiency Strategy Session

(30-45 minutes)

The dietitian will review your child’s individualized nutrition recommendations and supplement plan in this session. You’ll have a concrete plan going forward.

Final Iron Strategy Session

(30 minutes)

Let’s follow-up, review of your child's progress and plan. You can ask questions and we can make adjustments as needed. You will confident with what you offer your child.