Daily needs Breakfast The best drink you can give your child is water. Milk is also good and can help with their daily dairy requirements. Cereal with milk is a great start to the day for growing bodies, but be…

Daily needs Grains Children need 4 serves of grains a day. It may sound like a lot, but some cereal for breakfast, a sandwich for lunch, and some pasta, rice, or noodles with dinner is enough to fuel growing, energetic…

When your baby is showing signs they are ready, usually at around 6 months, you can start to introduce solid foods. Their main source of food will still be breast milk or formula. Start once a day with iron-rich baby…

Highlights Toddlers eating a vegetarian or vegan diet need one that’s well balanced with plenty of calories. Breastmilk or formula are important sources of nutrition in the first 12 months. Toddlers grow and develop quickly, and they need frequent healthy…

Highlights All manufactured foods are required to have a label by law. Food labels provide important safety and nutrition information, including allergen details. Food labels help you make informed decisions about the food you purchase and consume. They also guide…

Highlights Vitamins and minerals are essential for keeping your child healthy. A balanced diet is the best way for your child to get enough vitamins and minerals. If you’re concerned about your child’s diet, consult a doctor or dietitian. In…

Highlights Junk food is unhealthy food that is high in starch, sugar, saturated fat, trans fat, and salt. Most junk foods lack the nutrients that growing children need. An occasional junk food treat is okay but should be given in…

Highlights The key to a balanced diet is to eat a variety of nutritious foods from each of the five food groups. Eating a variety of foods from each of these groups helps your body receive the range of nutrients…

Highlights Water is the best drink for kids — it hydrates and protects teeth. Milk is essential for growth, especially in early years. Avoid sweetened, caffeinated, or acidic drinks. Fruit juice should be limited and never given to babies. Watch…

Highlights Children need foods from all 5 food groups A balanced diet includes fruits, vegetables, grains, protein, and dairy “Sometimes foods” should be limited Water and milk are the best drink options Involve your child in planning and preparing meals…