Modern diets, even fairly healthy ones, often leave children with nutrient gaps that affect brain development. This isn’t a failure — it’s simply the reality of modern food systems and toddler eating patterns.
This article helps parents understand why nutrient gaps occur and how to fill them confidently.
The Most Common Nutrient Gaps in Kids 0–2
According to pediatric nutrition research, the top deficiencies include Iron.
All essential for Memory.
Why These Gaps Happen (It’s Not Your Fault)
1. Depleted soil → fewer nutrients in produce
Today’s vegetables have 20–40% fewer nutrients than decades ago.
2. Toddlers are naturally picky
This is developmental, not behavioral.
3. Formula + breastfeeding gaps
Even breastfed babies may lack vitamin D and DHA.
4. Pregnancy depletion
Maternal stores of iron, B12, and choline often run low postpartum.
5. Cultural food habits
Many toddler diets lean heavily on carbs over nutrient-dense proteins and fats.
How Mama Bird Helps Fill These Gaps
Mama Bird formulas include active, bioavailable nutrients that support the developing brain without overwhelming little bodies.
* Infant Multi+ → methylated Bs, D3, choline
You aren’t supplementing because something is wrong.
You’re supplementing because the modern world has changed — and you’re adapting.
Tiny Gaps Can Have Big Impacts
Nutrients like iron, DHA, and choline are used in large amounts during brain development. Missing them doesn’t always show obvious signs — but meeting them supports:
Better behavior
You’re helping your child’s brain function at its best.
