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Nutrition

Nutrition is the intake of food and nutrients needed to support a child’s energy, growth, development, and overall health.

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What kids really need and must have vs optional products

What kids really need and must have vs optional products

Start with needs, not products The clearest way to decide what children really need is to begin with biology and development rather than shopping lists. A child needs adequate energy and micronutrients, safe sleep, protection from preventable injury, clean clothing, hygiene, stable caregiving, emotional co-regulation, movement, language exposure, play, education, and access to healthcare. These […]