Our Team

  • 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

  • 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 ICU

    Experience: 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