1 Year Olds

By the age of one, toddlers should have already experienced a wide range of foods. It is important that you continue to offer a wide range of foods in order to obtain all the nutrients they require

Fluctuation in appetite may occur from day to day, depending on how much they are growing and how physically active they are. One year olds often throw food as they learn to explore and assert their independence so expect mealtimes to be messy

Offer solids before breast milk or formula so the child does not fill up on milk but rather gets the amounts of nutrients needed from a variety of foods first.

At this age toddlers can chew with their gums. Cut food finely or cook until soft. One year olds can use a cup and feed themselves with a spoon or fingers.

Avoid providing highly refined sweet and salty foods, such as lollies, soft drinks, sweet biscuits, nuts, savory crackers and chips. These are not good for the child and can cause tooth decay, allergies or be a choking risk.