This page provides links to advice on topics such as infant feeding, introducing solid foods, and food and nutrition guidance for children in the early years.

The Eatwell Guide does not apply to children under the age of 2 because they have different nutritional needs. Between the ages of 2 and 5, children should gradually move to eating the same foods as the rest of the family in the proportions shown in the Eatwell Guide.

Packed lunches on a tableMealtimesMealtimes Creating a relaxed and fun atmosphere at mealtimes can help children to make positive associations with healthy eating. Where…Find out more about 'Mealtimes'Save Mealtimes to favourites
Tomato plantFood EducationFood Education Helping children to understand where food comes from can encourage them to increase the variety of food they…Find out more about 'Food Education'Save Food Education to favourites
Eat WellFussy EatersFussy Eaters Fussy eating is common in children aged between the ages of 2-5 years. It is important for children…Find out more about 'Fussy Eaters'Save Fussy Eaters to favourites
Fruits and chocolate on a trayCelebrations / rewards and foodCelebrations/rewards and food When food is provided at a celebration/event, it is best to continue adhering to the Eat Better…Find out more about 'Celebrations / rewards and food'Save Celebrations / rewards and food to favourites
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Information to share with parents, caregivers and staff

Healthy Start Scheme- Get Help to Buy Food and Milk by Anna DedmanWhat is Healthy Start? Healthy Start is a scheme to help towards the cost of buying healthy food, milk and…Find out more about 'Healthy Start Scheme- Get Help to Buy Food and Milk'Save Healthy Start Scheme- Get Help to Buy Food and Milk to favourites
Infant FeedingSupport and information on breastfeeding, bottle feeding and introducing solids to your babyFind out more about 'Infant Feeding'Save Infant Feeding to favourites
Introducing Solid FoodSupporting you to feed your baby.Find out more about 'Introducing Solid Food'Save Introducing Solid Food to favourites
Eat WellEating Well Under 5Information on diets for children aged 1-5 years.Find out more about 'Eating Well Under 5'Save Eating Well Under 5 to favourites
foodFood SupportFind information on how to get financial support, emergency food aid, Healthy Start vouchers, and Free School Meals.Find out more about 'Food Support'Save Food Support to favourites

Related links

NHS Start for LifeInformation and articles including week-by-week pregnancy guide, healthy eating in pregnancy, preparing for labour and birth, looking after your mental health whilst pregnant and after birth and lots more.Follow link toNHS Start for Life
Food Scanner AppDownload the free NHS Food Scanner app. With a speedy scan of your family's favourite foods, you can find healthier swaps for next time you shop.Follow link toFood Scanner App
Allergen information for pre-packed and loose foodsAllergen information for pre-packed and loose foods from the Food Standards Agency.Follow link toAllergen information for pre-packed and loose foods
First Steps Nutrition – Eating Well in Early YearsFirst Steps Nutrition provide guidance on how to support children aged 1-4 years old to eat well, establish good eating patterns to help them grow and develop.Follow link toFirst Steps Nutrition – Eating Well in Early Years