• A photo of a child holding a tomato. Tomata helps families in intuitive eating, picky eating, baby-led weaning, and health at every size in North Carolina. People are connected with a dietitian nutritionist. Clients are empowered to feel confident about nutrition and respect their bodies.

    Intuitive Eating for Families

    Telenutrition in North Carolina

    with Registered Dietitian

    Maggie Perkins, MS, RD, LDN

  • Photo of dietitian and nutritionist Maggie Perkins. She works with families including adults and children in intuitive eating, health at every size, baby-led weaning, and picky eating. She promotes body positivity. Her shirt reads take up space.

    Hey, I'm Maggie

    I'm a dietitian and I'm here to help you and your family enjoy healthy eating.

     

    I use Intuitive Eating to help people find food freedom, end the dieting cycle, reduce food guilt, and improve nutrient variety. I help families make mealtimes more enjoyable with specializations in picky eating and baby-led weaning.

     

    I am a weight-inclusive dietitian which means that my service is free of weight stigma and I do not use weight as an indicator of health or a measurement of success. I work to educate my clients and community on the research that shows the harm in weight-based interventions.

     

    Together we can empower ourselves and our future generations to know that our bodies are good and food is an enjoyable part of self-care.

  • Nutrition Counseling

    Currently not accepting new clients

    Please email maggiep@tomata.org to get added to the waitlist 

  • Free Resource for Parents

    How to Handle Sugary Foods with your Kids

    Are you concerned about your child's sugar consumption or desire for sugary foods? Then this guide is for you! Learn how to handle sugary foods with your kids so that they will grow to have a healthy relationship with these foods that will last a lifetime!

  • Free Intuitive Eating Training

    Limited time only-- Eating with Peace and Joy introduces Intuitive Eating and discusses themes to use during the holiday. Come and learn about a way to eat nutritiously while lowering your stress around food.

  • Nutrition Webinars for Parents

    Build confidence in feeding yourself and your family

    Reduce the Picky Eating Struggle

    Make meals enjoyable again

    This course is for parents who want to learn the best practices for feeding their family and reduce the stress around meals. Methods covered are recognized by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and the American Academy of Pediatrics. This 1-hour course is for parents with children aged 1-5 years old.

    Beginning Baby-Led Weaning

    An intuitive approach to starting solids

    Baby-Led Weaning (BLW) gives baby the skills to become well-rounded eater for a lifetime. Learn about the benefits, safety, nutrition, and how-tos of BLW. This 1-hour course is for parents with children 8 months or younger.

  • What people are saying

    "Not to be dramatic, but the education and assistance Maggie has given us has been life changing. I finally feel like I'm the right path."

     

    "Absolutely fantastic to work with."

     

    "I have become a more confident mother in what I’m feeding my daughter"

     

    "Maggie harnesses the strengths that you already have in your tool box to find a more healthy, fulfilling, and less stressful relationship with your health and food."

     

    "I am very satisfied with Tomata and have recommended it to friends and family. "

  • you say tomato

    A blog from a dietitian that does things a bit differently

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    Baby-led Weaning,Family Feeding
    It can be a confusing subject! Your family members may advocate for a certain time, while your...
    Parents, avoid these common food comments
    Family Feeding
    Have you ever sat down to enjoy a meal and someone around you makes a food comment that totally...

  • Social

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  • Frequently Asked Questions

    What can I expect when I book a counseling appointment?

    New clients will receive an email with log-in information to the client portal, Practice Better. Within Practice Better, clients can schedule meetings, fill out initial paperwork, and securely message the dietitian. This is also where clients and the dietitian meet to video chat. Appointments last 60 minutes. Out of pocket payments are due at the time of service.

    Most clients work with the dietitian for six months to a year.

    Do you take insurance?

    Yes, Tomata is in-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina with the exception of Blue Home, Blue Value, and Blue Local plans.

    What are the sliding scale fees?

    Everyone should have access to high-quality nutrition care. Tomata has sliding scale fees that reduce the cost of nutrition services based on a family's annual household income. Sign up for a free Discovery Call or email Maggie at maggiep@tomata.org to learn more about sliding scale fees.

    Where can I find more information?

    Call 919-633-8536 or email maggiep@tomata.org for your questions or inquiries.

  • Contact

    Email: maggiep@tomata.org

    Phone: 919-633-8536

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