Fibre and whole grains: good food for growing bodies

Got a hungry toddler? Here are some hunger and fullness cues to watch out for during your toddler's development.

Did you know? Being a good role model is the most effective way to get your toddler to try new food.

Good role models at family meals help your developing independent eater

Gone are the days of spoon-feeding them purées, it’s time to roll out the wipeable mat for your independent eater! Let your toddler lead the way on their adventures in food. 

Does your little one want plain pasta for dinner every night? Or refuse to eat anything green? Here are some ways to make sure your fussy eater is getting enough variety in their diet.

Mealtimes are a great opportunity for the family to come together to share food and enjoy each other’s company.

By one year of age, your little one should be eating a variety of foods from the four food groups in Canada's Food Guide. He’s likely discovering new tastes, textures and skills.

Did you know? As they reach 12-18 months old, toddlers may be more likely to miss out on several key nutrients.

Many children are afraid to try new foods, preferring to eat foods they are used to!

By the time your toddler is two years old, their eating patterns will be established. That’s why it’s important to think about which foods are on (and off) your shopping list now.

The eating habits your toddler is developing now may stay with them as they get older. It’s as much about the way you offer food as what you offer them.

You want to serve your little foodie the best in infant nutrition. What you don’t want are bugs in her food—yuck!

Find out what’s going into the mouths of growing children in different countries around the world and some tips to find the right nutritional balance.

It’s difficult to find well-balanced meal ideas every day for your toddler.

Did you know? Toddlers may get up to 25% of the calories they need from snacks.

Wondering what and how much you should be serving at mealtimes?

Look back at the healthy habits you’ve encouraged, which have helped your toddler grow so far, and look forward to the exciting developments to come.

As you probably already know, toddlers are incredibly active and energetic! For their body size, toddlers need to make every bite count with nutritious meals and snacks.

In order to meet their nutritional and energy needs, your toddler may need to eat between their main meals.