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Is your baby getting enough?

Depending on their level of hunger, your baby’s cues may become very obvious to you.

Breast milk is the best start for babies.

Take action with these tips to try.

Having a basic understanding about breast milk, breastfeeding and your breastfed baby will help you enjoy every moment that you’re nourishing and nurturing your baby.

The protein in breast milk is one of the most important nutrients for babies.

Practical action steps to take before, during, and after birth

Breastmilk has everything your little one needs to grow*—and offers benefits for you, too.

Babies’ taste preferences start before they are born

There are many things you can do to prepare for the delivery of a healthy baby. One of the most important things is eating right to gain the extra weight you’ll need to support another life.

Pregnancy is an exciting time, full of changes and anticipation.

A mom-to-be does not need to eat for two

Pregnancy is exciting, exhilarating and totally different for every woman.

Eating for two doesn’t mean eating twice as much food, but it should mean making your food work twice as hard.

Maternal nutrition during pregnancy can influence baby's lifelong health

Did you know? If you’re thinking about starting a family, making small changes to your diet and lifestyle now can have a big impact on your baby-to-be in the future.

Eating well now can have a positive impact on your pregnancy, as well as a lasting effect on your baby’s health.

Breastfeeding is a learned process—by mom and baby—and you may face some challenges in the first few months of breastfeeding.

Did you know? Spending time playing with your baby at this age can lead to them being more active when they are a toddler.

Getting enough sleep during the first months of your baby's life means adjusting to your own new sleep habits and those of your baby.

No matter how eager you may be there is no "right" age to start potty training your little one.

Early childhood immunizations are an important safeguard against serious and sometimes life-threatening illnesses for your baby.

When you’re a new parent your baby’s cries can be overwhelming. Remember it’s a new world outside the womb and your little one is adjusting to his new surroundings.

Teething begins at different times for different babies, although most have already started by six months of age.

Baby’s first bath will be a new experience for both of you, so give yourself plenty of time to relax and enjoy it.

Your baby is now used to eating solids and may be grabbing at the spoon or picking up food by herself. This means she is ready for more self-feeding, a whole new messy adventure!

By now you've noticed that everything seems to make its way into your little one’s mouth. Once he’s able grasp small objects, eating those little goodies is exactly what he'll try to do.

By one year of age, your little one should be eating a variety of foods from the four food groups in Canada's Food Guide. He’s likely discovering new tastes, textures and skills.

Being pregnant is an exciting experience, not only are you anticipating the day you finally hold your baby in your arms, but your body is also going through amazing changes.

Doctor visits during pregnancy are important to ensure that your baby’s growth and development is progressing well.

Expecting a child gives new meaning to eating a well-balanced diet.

You might think it’s too early to start planning for the big day, but it’s never too early to starting thinking about what kind of birthing experience will be the ideal one for you.