When will my Toddler Stop being a Picky Eater?

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

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. As he continues to grow, new food challenges may arise. Variety becomes more important and eating as a family takes centre stage.

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

Mealtimes are a great opportunity for the family to come together to share food and enjoy each other’s company. In addition, family mealtimes have benefits beyond happy shared experiences—eating together with family members can teach your toddler healthy eating habits that may last a lifetime.

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

It’s difficult to find well-balanced meal ideas every day for your toddler. To help you, we’ve got a selection of toddler recipes, which can be adapted to the specific age and developmental stage of your toddler.

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.

During your baby’s First 1000 Days you have encouraged many healthy habits, so don't let your guard down now! Here are 10 healthy habits to keep practicing.

Your toddler has come a long way since that first spoonful of puree went in (and probably came straight back out again!). Knowing what to expect from your toddler developmentally can help make family mealtimes more pleasant for the whole family. Here’s how you can help continue their journey towards becoming an independent, healthy eater.

Healthy eating habits are set early in life

His ability to grasp now means your child will be easily picking up his food with two to three fingers instead of his entire hand.

No matter how eager you may be there is no "right" age to start potty training your little one. After 12 months, your baby may start showing some signs of bladder or bowel control, but most toddlers aren't really ready until 18-24 months.

Take a look back in history to compare sleep stats, then and now, and get tips to help your little one drift off into a slumber. Because a good bedtime routine is timeless.

Did you know? Young children risk missing out on important outdoor play and activity when their time is spent watching television and in front of screens.

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. 

Learning how to read this food label will help you choose healthy, whole-grain options, with plenty of fibre, for your little one.