Our Team
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Alghalia AlQabandi MS, RD
Co-Founder
Pediatric Dietitian & Feeding Therapist
Education: Bachelor of Science and Master’s in Nutrition, Boston University
Credentials: Registered Dietitian (Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics, USA)
Experience: Mubarak AlKabeer Hospital, Dasman Diabetes Institute, AlSabah Hospital
Specialized Training: Feeding therapy mentorship (South Shore Therapies, MA, USA), Pediatric Food Allergy (FARE), SOS Approach to Feeding, Pediatric Nutrition-Focused Physical Exam, CPR & First Aid
Alghalia is passionate about helping children build positive relationships with food. She works closely with parents to ensure each child receives a tailored plan that considers nutrition, development, and emotional well-being.
Contact Alghalia: alghalia@growwithuskw.com
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Gasia Abikian
Pediatric Dietitian
Education: Bachelor of Science in Nutrition, Kuwait University
Certifications:
Pediatric Nutrition Internship (Dasman Diabetes Institute), Kids in Control of Food Program Completion (Dasman Diabetes Institute), Certified Omnipod DASH Training, Advanced Training in Precision Nutrition in the Pediatric ICUExperience: AlSabah Hospital and NBK Hospital, Diet Center
Gasia is dedicated to supporting children and adolescents in building positive, confident relationships with food. Using a family-centered, evidence-based approach, she works closely with parents to address each child’s unique needs. Her interests include pediatric weight management, nutrition for type 1 and type 2 diabetes, and guiding children toward healthy eating behaviors that support long-term well-being.
Contact Gasia: gasia@growwithuskw.com