Children are a precious gift, so why not give them the best start in life to help protect them in their teenage years and well into their adult life? Well you can, simply by establishing healthy food habits when they are toddlers.
Toddlers experience a period of rapid growth and development as they begin to walk and talk so it’s important to provide them with regular meals that provide foods for both energy and growth.
Between the ages of 1 and 5, children will generally partake in family meals, however, they still require nutrient dense food for growth and will only require small meals as their stomachs are not as large as an older child’s. This make snacks as important as meals in terms of providing suitable nutrition for your child.
Dietary Guidelines for Children and Adolescents in Australia
- Encourage and support Breastfeeding
- Children and adolescents need sufficient nutritious