Is this going to affect how well my child eats? Many great cooks have grown up in homes where the food offered may not have won any awards. What we know about feeding children now is that how food is offered and respected in the home plays more importance than what is offered. Read about how having a few basic dishes and some meal times strategies can make the world of difference to how you feel about feeding your family

By sucking their fingers, a parent’s fingers and objects like a blanket, your baby uses its mouth to explore their world and this starts from birth. It is also one way babies may self soothe and find comfort. As your baby develops, they will bring objects like toys to their mouth to gum and teethe on them. Read more about why this is an important developmental stage and why it is an important step towards feeding solids

How can we as parents use books, shows, movies to help our children learn more about respect, diversity and equity from an early age? We know all bodies deserve love and respect. Read more about how you select books, shows and movies to help you do this.

‘My son has wanted to eat a particular brand of yoghurt every day since I can remember, and now he’s totally gone off it. What’s that about?’ The term for this is "food jag" and it's common in young children. It is tricky to navigate, read about tips that may help

We know parents want to give their child the best start around food and nutrition. One of the best ways to do this is to know what your job is in feeding. We encourage a way of feeding where parents decide what food to offer, when and where. Children decide whether to eat it and how much. It sounds simple, but in real life it can get a little tricky. That’s where a few tips come in handy to help you through. Read more about around feeding children and your job in feeding