Avoid battles when it comes to getting protein into your child’s diet. Here are a few things about protein that you may not know and some ideas to make mealtimes easier.| HealthyChildren.org
Here are some guiding principles to keep in mind when planning and preparing meals for the family, based on recommendations from the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.| HealthyChildren.org
At the 24-month (2-year-old) checkup visit, your child's pediatrician will perform a complete physical exam. They will also ask about your concerns and assess language development along with progress towards other milestones. Here's what else to expect at this doctor visit.| HealthyChildren.org
Most seafood (fish and shellfish like shrimp) that's eaten in the United States provides a tasty, safe and healthy mealtime option. But there are a few types of fish children should skip, or eat in limited amounts, to avoid exposure to high levels of mercury. Learn more here.| HealthyChildren.org
One of the best ways to expose your child with good food choices is to encourage her to cook with you. Let her get involved in the entire process, from planning the menus to shopping for ingredients to the actual food preparation and its serving.| HealthyChildren.org
Here are some precautions you can take to keep your child from choking.| HealthyChildren.org
ask-the-pediatrician~There can be several benefits to making your own baby food, such as lower cost. If you're interested in trying it, keep these tips in mind to ensure homemade food is nutritious and safe for your baby.| HealthyChildren.org
media~The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) explains how your family can make a media use plan.| HealthyChildren.org
To help you prepare for your baby’s transition to solid food, read on for more information from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP).| HealthyChildren.org