Meet the Founder
Alyssa is a registered dietitian from McGill University with over 10 years of private practice experience. Her passion for customer service led her to complete an MBA at HEC Montréal to strengthen her leadership and entrepreneurial skills.
She founded Family Dietitians in 2024 to fill the gap in support for expecting mothers and parents seeking evidence-based, compassionate nutrition guidance.
As a mom to Charlotte and expecting her second child, Alyssa combines professional expertise with genuine empathy to ensure every family receives personalized, high-quality care.
Mission and Values
Need a dietitian/nutritionist with expertise in fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, pediatrics, or family nutrition?
Looking for a dietitian or nutritionist who understands fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, pediatric, and family nutrition?
Our team offers personalized guidance that fits your family’s needs at every stage.
As family dietitians, we know that every household faces its own set of challenges. From managing dietary restrictions and dealing with selective eaters to finding meal-planning solutions that save both time and money, we use practical, evidence-based approaches that truly work in real life.
Our mission is to make good nutrition realistic, enjoyable, and within reach for families of all sizes and backgrounds. We aim to equip parents and caregivers with the tools they need to build healthy eating habits that last a lifetime—creating a strong foundation for the health and happiness of every family member.
Why Choose Us for Your Fertility, Pregnancy, Pediatric Nutrition Needs
We are a team of registered family dietitians who are driven to provide compassionate, family-centered nutrition approaches to each consultation. Here is how we work to make nutrition achievable for every family we work with:
Personalized Nutrition Plans
Families are unique, and our personalized meal plans ensure that we account for every family member. From fertility, pregnancy, and pediatric care to teen and parent nutrition support, we ensure that everyone receives balanced, nutrient-rich meals that they can enjoy.
Expert Support for Dietary Restrictions
Managing food allergies or special dietary needs can be challenging. Our pediatric dietitians & nutritionists create allergy-safe, sensitivity-friendly meal plans that meet your family’s nutritional needs without sacrificing taste or enjoyment.
Focus on Child and Teen Development
Our child and teen nutritionists focus on helping children and adolescents with their growth, development, and physical health through thoughtfully crafted nutrition plans.
Guidance for Every Life Stage
From fertility and pregnancy to postpartum recovery and breastfeeding, our dietitians and nutritionists are experts who support you at every step, ensuring both parents and children thrive.
Practical Solutions for Busy Families
We understand that parents need realistic, time-saving strategies. That is why we provide budget-friendly meal ideas, batch cooking tips, and quick recipes to make mealtime manageable and nutritious for the whole family.
Get to Know Our Family Dietician Team!
Anick Vézina
Quebec, British Columbia & Ontario – Pregnancy, Pediatric & Family Dietitian
Antoine Beauchamp-Lepage
Alberta, British Columbia, Ontario & Quebec – Pregnancy, Pediatric & Family Dietitian
Ashley Fitzgerald
USA Pregnancy and Pediatric Dietitian
Bettina Mackenbach
British Columbia and Alberta – Pregnancy, Pediatric & Family Dietitian
Tricia Lee
British Columbia – Pregnancy, Pediatric & Family Dietitian
Christine Morgan
Ontario – Pregnancy, Pediatric & Family Dietitian
Melissa McAllister
Ontario and Quebec – Pregnancy, Pediatric & Family Dietitian
Daniela Santos
Ontario – Pregnancy, Pediatric & Family Dietitian
Sandra Simoneau
Quebec – Pregnancy, Pediatric & Family DietitianHow We Can Help You
Pediatric Nutrition
Our pediatric dietitians and nutritionists are here to help ensure children get the best nutrition to support their growth and development.
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Pregnancy Nutrition
Speak to a prenatal nutritionist who will help you meet your needs and optimize your baby’s development.
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Child & Toddler Nutrition
Whether you’re focused on creating balanced meals, managing food allergies, or supporting active kids, our expert family dieticians provide personalized nutrition plans that cater to your child’s unique needs.
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Family Nutrition
Whether you’re managing dietary restrictions, working with a tight budget, or simply looking for ways to streamline your meal planning, our family dietitians are here to help. With our support, you can nourish your family and create lifelong healthy eating habits.
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Fertility Nutrition
From tackling preconception to supporting IVF, and fertility in both men and women, you can trust our fertility dieticians to help you in your journey.
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Infant Nutrition
Whether you’re navigating the introduction to solids, baby-led weaning, or managing food allergies, our team of infant dieticians are here to guide you every step of the way.
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Parent Support and Meal Planning
From budget-friendly meal planning to solutions for picky eaters, we aim to provide practical, effective support that makes healthy eating achievable for all families, regardless of time or budget constraints.
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Postpartum Nutrition
Our postpartum nutritionists follow a personalized approach that centers around your healing, energy, weight management, and supporting your milk supply.
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Specialized Nutrition
Currently, managing food allergies and sensitivities, lactose intolerance, and celiac disease, supporting children with autism or ADHD, or looking to improve your children’s gut health and overall well-being? Connect with one of our family nutrition specialists.
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Teenager Nutrition
Adolescence is a time of rapid growth and change, making proper nutrition crucial for supporting both physical development and mental well-being. We provide personalized meal plans and practical strategies to help teenagers feel their best during these important years.
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Breastfeeding and Lactation Nutrition
Get expert support from a breastfeeding and lactation dietitian and nutritionist. Helping moms with personalized nutrition for breastfeeding.
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Autism Dietitian and Nutritionist
Supportive, personalized nutrition care for children with autism—helping families navigate picky eating, food sensitivities, and mealtime challenges.
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Picky Eating Dietitian and Nutritionist
Struggling with a picky eater? Our registered dietitians help toddlers and children overcome food refusals, expand variety, and reduce mealtime stress with personalized nutrition support—fully online and family-focused.
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Parent Nutrition Support
We make healthy eating simple and achievable for every family, because when parents thrive, the whole family does too.
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Baby-Led Weaning Nutrition
Start baby-led weaning (BLW) at 6 months with our dietitians. We’ll guide you through safe first foods, allergen introduction, and BLW recipes that support healthy growth and independence.
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