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Many young children are unable to eat at a single sitting to keep them going until the next meal. Some young children may get a large part of their daily foods from snacks. It is especially true of young children and those experiencing a growth spurt....

Baby Food Basics: Introducing Food… Naturally!

Babies are born with an immature (under-developed) digestive and immune system. For the first 6 months of life breast milk is the only food required by most infants. Breast milk contains a bacterial growth factor that will help establish good bacteria in the colon and protect the baby...

Childhood food allergy & intolerance

The prevalence of food allergy and intolerance has exploded - accounting for 30,000 emergency room visits per year (for allergy-related incidences in the U.S.). Information involving the reasons behind why these reactions occur, how to avoid them...

Fruit Juices

Fruit juice can be a healthy source of vitamin C and an extra source of water for infants. More than 90% of all infants consume fruit juices by the time they reach the age of 1 year. The type of juice and its content (carbohydrates, sorbitol, fiber, etc.) affect your baby's...

Non-Dairy Sources of Calcium

Dairy products are generally defined as foods derived from milk (cow, goat, and sheep) and are also referred to as milk products. Dairy products (e.g. yogurt, cheese, ice cream, etc) are nutrient-rich foods that provide calcium, especially, but also other...

Iron Deficiency Risks

Although it goes without saying, organic fruits and vegetables are preferable choices for baby, and the fresher the produce is the more nutritious it is. But in the winter when produce has been in cold storage for extended periods...

Home Made Baby Food Tip Sheet

Here are some tips to review if you are considering making your own baby food. How to get started, preparation guidelines, equipment needed and methods of making baby food. Introducing vegetables, fruit and meats. How to freeze your baby food and more....

Textures for Tots - Avoiding a Food Fight

How you handle mealtime struggles can make a world of difference. Use these tips to turn struggles into learning opportunities: Educate you child's palate to enjoy real food, Forcing a particular food on your child that he really dislikes is not the answer...

Organic Food for Your Baby

As a family, we're passionate about the environment and good food. We had been eating organic food for more than ten years when our daughter was born. Of course, her food had to be organic as well. Why? Because it's better for the environment, better for your child...

Fresh, Frozen Or Jarred?

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