The Toddler Diet basic principles of healthy eating

‘Now that my toddler’s over two

‘ I kept my daughter away from sugar

Cow’s milk is a great drink for little cows and older humans, but it just doesn’t have the right mix of nutrients for human babies. It contains more salt (much more) and protein than breast milk or commercial formula, and these excesses put a strain on young kidneys. It is also lacking in iron.

Not pressed for time? Feeling motivated? Like the idea of doing it yourself? While commercial baby foods are better than ever, preparing your baby’s meal from scratch—some or all of the time—is a wonderful option. Just be sure to follow these guidelines:

During the first 3 months of life, breast milk or formula provides all the nutrients newborn baby needs. The following summarizes the generally accepted guidelines for introducing new foods to babies under one year of age. It should be noted, however, that all babies are different; consequently, the timing varies considerably from one baby to [...]