Infant feeding

Breastfeeding benefits

Breastmilk is a complete meal for your baby, ready whenever and wherever you and your baby are.

Storing homemade baby foods: Helpful hints

Cool and cover any purée your baby does not need for this meal. Most baby foods can be kept in a covered container in the refrigerator for 48 hours.

What should I give my baby to drink?

Best drinks for babies and toddlers are:

What are good first foods for my baby?

These include:

You've come to the best place for information about feeding your baby solid foods

For the first year, breast milk or infant formula is the most important food for your baby.

Breast milk is best

This is because breast milk:

Is my baby ready to start solid foods?

Your baby is ready to start solid foods if he or she:

Preparing homemade baby food: Helpful hints

Always wash and dry your hands before preparing your baby’s food.

How much should I feed my baby?

Here are the signs your baby has had enough to eat:

Moving on from first foods

can sit without support can pick up and bring food to their mouth are learning to bite and chew may have some teeth.

Rewarding Children

By rewarding your child with attention and hugs instead of food treats you are promoting healthier habits.

Chicken and carrot puree

Meat and vegetables can be cooked and puréed together to make baby food.

Lamb or beef casserole for babies

This casserole uses cheap cuts of meat and is high in iron. It's perfect for your growing baby from six months of age.

Lentil puree

Well-cooked puréed lentils are a great vegetarian baby food option.