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Venus Kalami

Venus Kalami

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Pediatric Registered Dietitian & Nutritionist

MNSP, RD, CSP

About

Venus Kalami is a registered dietitian, board-certified specialist in pediatric nutrition, and lactation consultant in training, with over 10 years of clinical experience at top institutions like Stanford Medicine Children’s Health. Inspired by her mother’s midwifery work serving vulnerable families and infants, Venus bridges nutritional inequities through advocacy and education for inclusive nutrition practices.

Credentials

  • Registered dietitian and nutritionist
  • Board-certified specialist in pediatric nutrition
  • Certificate by Food Allergy Research & Education

Education

  • Tufts University
  • Stanford Medicine
  • San Jose State University

Expertise

Venus is a published author, celebrated public speaker, and clinician whose nutritional works spans pediatrics, maternal health, neonatal care, digestive health, and food allergies. She has built internationally-recognized nutrition programs at Stanford Children’s, as well as educated thousands of clinicians on inclusive nutrition practices with organizations such as Sesame Workshop, NASPGHAN, and Diversify Dietetics.

“It brings me great joy to help parents tap into their intuition, embrace their food culture, and have fun with their children at the table.”

By Venus Kalami

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10 DIY Toys for Babies

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6 Ways to Help Baby Practice the Pincer Grasp

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Iron-Rich Foods for Babies

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When to Worry About Baby's Poop

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Water for Babies

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How to Teach Baby to Drink from a Cup

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How and What to Feed a Sick Baby

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Is This Normal? Things Babies Do When Tasting New Foods

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Signs of Anaphylaxis in Baby

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Baby Hunger & Fullness Cues

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Newborn Feeding Reflexes

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How to Safely Cut Food for Babies

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What Is Baby-Led Weaning?

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Popsicles for Babies & Toddlers

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Readiness to Start Solid Food

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