Obesity is a disease that can be treated, much like asthma and other chronic conditions.Childhood obesity often lasts into adulthood if it is not treated. It can result in other diseases such as type 2 diabetes, nonalcoholic fatty liver disease, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, sleep apnea and orthopedic (bone & joint) problems, to name a few. Learn more here.| HealthyChildren.org
What you offer your child to drink in the first 5 years of life can shape taste preferences for lifetime. But from plant-based and toddler milks to 100% juice, stevia-sweetened fruit drinks and flavored milk, the options and the marketing can be overwhelming. We make it simple. Learn more here.| HealthyChildren.org
Baby teeth are important. If baby teeth are lost too early, the teeth that are left may move and not leave any room for the adult teeth to come in.| HealthyChildren.org
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends exclusive breastfeeding for about the first six months. We support continued breastfeeding after solid foods are introduced as long as you and your baby desire, for 2 years or beyond.| HealthyChildren.org