Infant Nutrition

Yes, it seems like another pregnancy miracle, but it’s true—your body produces the perfect baby food: Breast milk. For starters, learn as much as you can even before baby arrives (it’s an ideal part of you being prepared to breastfeed)—and follow this guide! You’ll be aware of common challenges and feel ready to get this wonderful bonding experience off to a good start for both you and your baby.

Did you know that your breast milk changes to meet the needs of your baby? During the first few days after birth you will produce colostrum, a nutrient-rich milk, in small amounts, perfect for your baby’s tiny tummy. By the second week your breast milk will change to mature milk to meet your baby’s growing needs.

Having a basic understanding about breast milk, breastfeeding and your breastfed baby will help you enjoy every moment that you’re nourishing and nurturing your baby.

Did you know? The “superpowers” of breast milk for your baby (and you) cannot be underestimated—and pregnancy is the perfect time to prepare.

Did you know? Developing your support network now can help you feel good about feeding your baby later.

Everything you need to know about expressing your breast milk and choosing the most suitable breast pump for you.

6 things you need to know about feeding your baby in their first six months.

Bottle feeding does not have to mean an end to breastfeeding. It may just be another means for your baby to continue to receive full nutrition in the form of expressed breast milk

Choosing a feeding method can weigh on any parent’s mind—so here’s what you can consider when it comes to meeting your baby’s nutrition needs.

Formula. It’s full of nutrition—but how you prep and store it can serve up some questions, too.

Whether you want to express breast milk or you’re thinking of supplementing with baby formula, try these 13 tips on how to introduce a bottle.

Your baby’s growing (so fast!) and his digestive system is developing, too.

Around the six-month mark, your baby will probably show signs of being ready for bites of their first food. This is unofficially called the “om-nom-nom” stage because it’s among the more common sounds you’ll hear from them around this time. Read our step-by-step guide for introducing solids to your baby. 

Starting solid foods is a new and exciting step in your baby’s eating development, but it often comes with many questions.

A quiz for moms of 6 to 7-month-olds

By now you've noticed that everything seems to make its way into your little one’s mouth. Once he’s able grasp small objects, eating those little goodies is exactly what he'll try to do. His tiny teeth are ready to be put to good use. Although he's only using them for cutting, not really chewing, that doesn't mean your child is ready for just any food you offer.

Help your six- to eight-month-old grow up to be a healthy eater by offering a wide variety of flavours and textures now.

Once your baby has mastered smooth purees, it’s time to offer textured foods. Experience with different textures helps them develop the skills for chewing. Here’s how you might adapt foods from four main food groups.

Your baby may be developmentally ready to start complementary feeding at around six months of age, when they are able to hold their head up and sit in a high-chair. Whatever feeding approach you take, whether traditional, baby-led, or a mixture of the two, remember the principles of responsive feeding.