Your toddler menu planner

In order to meet their nutritional and energy needs, your toddler may need to eat between their main meals. Think of the snacks that you offer as “mini meals”, providing essential nutrition as part of a balanced diet.

By now your toddler is really getting the hang of self-feeding. And you're probably used to messy mealtimes!

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

Did you know? Many children around the world are missing out on essential fibre and whole grains.

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.

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.

Get inspired! Discover these 5 simple, healthy snack ideas that can be customized for your child, plus a snack-builder for putting together your own nutrient-rich creations.

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.

Choose foods containing high fibre levels and whole grains for your toddler, but what foods are those and how can you make sure your baby is getting the right amount. Find out!

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

Healthy eating habits are set early in life

Good role models at family meals help your developing independent eater

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.

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. 

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.

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.

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