Registered Dietitian

Registered Dietitians

A focus on proper nutrition during all stages of early childhood development is essential for the health and

well-being of children and their families.

Our Registered Dietitians focus on coaching the child, caregiver or mother in the following areas:

Child Nutrition and Feeding
Picky Eating and Limited Food Intake

Infant Nutrition and Feeding

Pre and Post Natal Nutrition

Infant feeding, child feeding, and pre and post natal nutrition are all crucial areas of focus for new parents and caregivers. Providing proper nourishment to infants and children is essential for their growth and development, and can have long-lasting impacts on their health and well-being.

Meet Jenn Terbeek

Registered Dietitian

Jennifer has been a dietitian for 16 years, most of which has been working with infants and kids. She graduated from the University of Alberta 2009 and worked at the Stollery Children's hospital for many years before moving with her husband to the US, where she practiced in a number of States. She has always loved working with families, and having 3 kids of her own she has experienced first hand the struggles and motivations behind health choices throughout pregnancy, postpartum, breastfeeding, bottling, introduction to solids, picky eating, failure to thrive, weight management and so on! When she is not working, she loves being with her family and traveling the world!

Infant Feeding

Infant feeding involves providing the right balance of nutrients to a baby during their first year of life. This often involves breastfeeding, but may also include formula feeding or a combination of the two. It is important to ensure that infants are getting enough of the right nutrients to support their rapid growth and development during this critical period.

Child Feeding

Child feeding focuses on providing balanced and nutritious meals to children as they continue to grow and develop beyond infancy. This often involves introducing a wide variety of foods to children and encouraging healthy eating habits from a young age.

Pre & Postnatal Nutrition

Pre and postnatal nutrition is crucial for the health of both the mother and the developing fetus. Proper nutrition during pregnancy can help to ensure a healthy pregnancy and delivery, while postnatal nutrition can support breastfeeding and the recovery process for new mothers.

Areas of Focus:

Guide parents and caregivers in how to provide the right nutrition to a baby during the first year of life to ensure optimal growth and development. This often involves breastfeeding, but may also include formula feeding or a combination of the two.
Provide evidence-based guidance on the best foods and feeding practices for infants.
Provide support for parents who may have questions or concerns about their child's feeding patterns
Help identify any potential issues and develop a personalized feeding plan that meets the specific needs of each child
Help parents and caregivers feel confident in their ability to provide their child with the best possible start in life through proper nutrition and feeding practices.

Provide recommendations on balanced and nutritious meals to offer children as they continue to grow and develop beyond infancy.
Provide information and resources on how to promote healthy eating habits from a young age.
Work with parents to create meal plans that meet the nutritional needs of their child, taking into account any dietary restrictions or food preferences.
Provide education on portion sizes, food groups, and how to introduce new foods to children.

Ideas and recommendations can be provided or after delivery and how to include necessary dietary nutrients for breastfeeding.
Provide guidance on the appropriate caloric intake and food choices for postpartum mothers. Adequate protein intake is essential for tissue repair and recovery, while consuming enough fluids is crucial for milk production.
Provide individualized nutrition plans to address any specific health concerns or dietary restrictions.

Registered Dietitian Services

$140 per hour

Private 1:1 in home therapy sessions
Direct therapy or sessions at the clinic
Virtual services as requested
Parent/caregiver/client coaching, education, and support
Phone/Email contact with other professionals or members of the care team
Consultation to outside agencies or community programs

NOTE: Assessment, scoring, analysis, and report writing to be used for funding or programming purposes and can be completed for an additional fee.
* In-home services may be subject to travel fees for clients residing outside of St. Albert or Morinville.*

Registered Dietitian services are covered by many insurance providers. A receipt of service will be issued for the client to submit for reimbursement or can be billed directly.