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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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

Packing for the hospital is not quite as simple as packing for a weekend trip since you leave home pregnant, and return with an extra bundle of joy.

There are so many things to do before bringing baby home from the hospital.

Your pregnancy: weeks 5-8. A balanced diet, rich in vitamins and minerals, is important during this stage.

Your pregnancy: weeks 9-13. Your silhouette still may not show your pregnancy, but you begin to feel that the baby is there.

Your pregnancy: weeks 14-17. Your baby's individual features and sensory organs are now being fine tuned.

Your pregnancy: weeks 32-35.  Your baby is still developing as you near the finish line and it’s mostly adding the finishing touches from here on out.

His ability to grasp now means your child will be easily picking up his food with two to three fingers instead of his entire hand.

Does your little one want plain pasta for dinner every night? Or refuse to eat anything green? Here are some ways to make sure your fussy eater is getting enough variety in their diet.

It’s difficult to find well-balanced meal ideas every day for your toddler.

Gone are the days of spoon-feeding them purées, it’s time to roll out the wipeable mat for your independent eater!