12 + months

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.

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.

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.

Your toddler has come a long way since that first spoonful of puree went in (and probably came straight back out again!).

Mealtimes are a great opportunity for the family to come together to share food and enjoy each other’s company.

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

In order to meet their nutritional and energy needs, your toddler may need to eat between their main meals.

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

Looking at your child now, it’s hard to imagine the tiny new born you brought home from the hospital who did little more than feed, sleep, and fill diapers.

From crawling to standing and taking their first steps, your baby is now moving quickly into toddlerhood and becoming more active and mobile all the time.

No matter how eager you may be there is no "right" age to start potty training your little one.

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.

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.

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.

Did you know? Not getting enough sleep may lead to your toddler consuming extra calories.

“How do I get my toddler to sleep?” is an age-old, universally asked question. Find out how other parents are doing it across the globe.

Even with a well-established regular bedtime routine, there may be times when your toddler’s sleep is disrupted.