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When should I offer my baby wheat, eggs, or nuts?
Did you know? Guidelines have changed for when to introduce your baby to eggs, wheat, fish, and foods containing peanuts.

Food allergies: advice you need to know
Recent research on food allergies has led to new recommendations for the introduction of commonly allergenic foods once babies start eating solid food. Confused?

Why babies cry
Did you know? Up to 20% of healthy babies may cry inconsolably during their first weeks of life. This is often called ‘colic’.

7 tips about baby allergies and food introduction
Can you separate the fact from the fiction? Discover the truths and myths about allergies in babies.

Top 3 tummy troubles
Because babies are born with immature digestive systems, they may experience episodes of colic, constipation, or spit-up during their first months.

5 of the top nutrients your baby needs now
Learn more about the essential nutrients your baby needs now and how to choose your food wisely while you’re pregnant.
How to program your child’s future health
What to eat during pregnancy to give your baby the best start in life.

Your pregnancy snack selector
Moms-to-be in their second and third trimesters need to think about adding a few more calories to their diets — make them healthy ones with these nutritious snack ideas.

They are what you eat
Did you know? Making wise food choices when you’re pregnant can set your baby up for a healthier future.

What exercise can I do and when?
Exercising while you’re pregnant is important for you and your baby’s health. Physical activity can help you control your weight gain, lift your mood, and even help labor go more smoothly.
The 11 baby-ready questions you need to ask
Schedule an appointment with your healthcare provider to discuss your plans to become pregnant, then fill out this preconception checklist and take it with you.
Why fatherhood begins before conception
Did you know? Your partner’s diet and lifestyle can play a vital role in conceiving your future baby.
Feed your future family
Eating well before you conceive can help your future baby have the best possible start in life. Here’s how to get some of the essential vitamins and minerals you need for a healthy pregnancy.

How to Soothe a Baby with an Upset Stomach
Watching your baby suffer from the symptoms of tummy troubles can be distressing.

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

What your baby is telling you
Did you know? Your baby was born with the natural ability to eat when they’re hungry and stop when they’re full.

Sharing meals teaches healthy eating
Did you know? Studies show that the more often families share mealtimes, the more likely children are to have healthy diets and stay at healthy weights as toddlers.

Are they hungry? How to read your baby’s hunger cues
When it comes to feeding your baby, how will you know when to start and when to stop? Simple—they’ll tell you.

Your baby knows how much they need
Did you know? Nursing—feeding your baby directly from your breast—helps to protect her ability to drink only as much as she needs.

How often will my baby feed?
6 things you need to know about feeding your baby in their first six months.

Mix up the menu!
It’s easy to fall into the habit of offering your baby the same foods every day, especially if you know they’ll happily eat them.

Nestlé Canada Announces Voluntary Recall of Gerber® Oat Banana and Mango Baby Cereal
Nestlé Canada, out of an abundance of caution, is issuing a voluntary recall on Gerber® Oat Banana and Mango Baby Cereal from all in-store and online retailers nationally.

Quick Guide to Baby Feeding Methods
Quick summary
Review tips for educating caregivers about complementary feeding for infants.

Complementary Feeding Methods: Answers to Top Questions
Find answers to frequently asked questions about infant feeding methods, including spoon-feeding, baby-led feeding, baby-led weaning, diet variety and picky eating.

Complementary Feeding Methods: Overview & Definitions
Quick summary
Learn about how complementary feeding is defined, including spoon-feeding, baby-led weaning, and baby-led feeding.

Comparing Methods & Benefits of Complementary Feeding
All complementary feeding methods share some common benefits that are not exclusive to one method.

Overview of Responsive Feeding
Quick summary
Learn about responsive feeding, including how to help parents understand their child’s hunger & fullness cues.

A Guide to Starting Solids
The feeding journey for babies begins within their first year when they need iron from solid foods.

How Nutrition Helps Support the Immunity
In this article, we will explore the role of nutrition in supporting the development of the immune system of infants and toddlers, which nutrients play a role in immunity, and the key practices to

Brain & Cognitive Development
The first 8 years are crucial for a baby's brain growth, forming the basis for future learning. Movement, language, emotion, and problem-solving are vital brain functions.

Why Babies Shouldn't Skip Infant Cereal
Around six months, babies need iron-rich foods like infant cereal to support cognitive development as their natural iron stores decline.