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Healthy eating habits for children

Encouraging your children to make healthy food habits when they’re young will help them make the best choices for themselves as they grow up.

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Fussy eating in toddlers and children

Fussy eating in children is normal but it can be a battle at mealtimes. Here are some tips to help curb fussy eating and encourage good eating habits.

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Junk food

Kids may love junk food, but they should not form part of a regular, healthy diet.

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Good sleep habits for infants and children

Getting a good night's sleep is important for a child's development. Help your child form healthy sleeping patterns sleep longer and wake less often.

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Five food groups

Learn about the five food groups and how eating a variety from each group every day will help your child develop and grow.

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Introducing solid food

By the time your baby is about 6 months of age, breast milk or formula will no longer provide all the nutrition they need for healthy growth.

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Things to avoid during pregnancy

From hair dye to house paints, there are a few products or lifestyle habits pregnant women and their partners should be cautious of during pregnancy.

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Physiotherapy advice after pregnancy

When you are pregnant, your body changes. Read about simple exercises and healthy habits to help cope with these changes.

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Getting your baby to sleep

Babies often need help to become calm and fall asleep. Get tips on how to settle your baby at different ages and help them develop good sleep habits.

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Choking, suffocation and swallowed objects

Babies and children have small airways that can be easily blocked. Some foods and common household objects can cause choking and suffocation.

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