Evidence-based information and practical tools to support you in making the right choices when feeding toddlers, helping to ensure that the quality and quantity of meals is consistent and that positive attitudes to food and exercise are encouraged.
Factsheets and reports, expert advice from Forum members, Study Days and interactive online learning.
Atul Singhal, Professor of Paediatric Nutrition and Chair of the Infant & Toddler Forum
At the Infant & Toddler Forum (ITF), we are committed to giving every child the healthiest start in life. As an expert-led, not-for-profit organisation we have dedicated our work to early life nutrition, from pregnancy to pre-school, because we know that healthy eating habits established in childhood are more likely to last a lifetime.
Judy More, Paediatric Dietitian and Registered Nutritionist
As Christmas approaches it can be difficult to plan activities for toddlers! Between decorating, shopping and cooking it may be a challenge to find time to include fun active play with your little one. The Infant & Toddler Forum is here to help with our top tips for maintaining healthy, fun activities for your toddlers during the festive season!
Lucy Upton, Specialist Paediatric Dietitian and Nutritionist
Christmas is a joyful time of year, however as a parent it can also be busy and sometimes stressful. Between planning festive gatherings, shopping for the perfect gifts, and decorating your home, thinking about the perfectly portioned festive meal for your toddler can be an added challenge. The Infant & Toddler Forum is here to help you create an easy and delicious Christmas plate that will save you time but more importantly, that your toddler will enjoy!
Lucy Upton, Specialist Paediatric Dietitian and Nutritionist
Keeping up-to-date with all of the guidance on healthy eating and lifestyle when you’re expecting can feel overwhelming! Pregnant women are given lots of advice, but this can often be based on old or outdated information, making it difficult to know what to trust. The Infant & Toddler Forum are here to help, with our practical list of pregnancy top tips.
Lucy Upton, Specialist Paediatric Dietitian and Nutritionist
Sugar is everywhere, and the trouble is, a lot of the sugar we eat can be hidden in the food we buy – and often in foods we wouldn’t expect! It is no secret that a healthy, balanced and nutritious diet is essential for toddlers’ growth and development, and this includes keeping a close eye on their sugar consumption. The question of just how much sugar is healthy for young children to consume is one on many parents’ lips. Our guide below aims to demystify sugar consumption and provide tips and advice on how to keep your child’s sugar intake within the recommended amounts. Continue reading
Lucy Upton, Specialist Paediatric Dietitian and Nutritionist
Nothing describes a rollercoaster more accurately than the early months with your newborn baby. With the rush of love and amazing bonding experience that many new parents feel also comes numerous unknowns and challenges which can cause high levels of anxiety. Not always having the answer or being unsure of where to look for trusted information can naturally leave some parents feeling stressed and overwhelmed. Continue reading
Lucy Upton, Specialist Paediatric Dietitian and Nutritionist
Vegetarian and vegan diets have become increasingly popular over the past few years, with more and more parents raising their children on a plant-based diet. Toddlers have high-energy needs and small stomachs, so it is important parents know how to ensure their child gets all the nutrients needed for healthy growth and development. The Infant & Toddler Forum are here to help with practical tips and advice for parents considering a vegetarian or vegan diet for their toddler.
Lucy Upton, Specialist Paediatric Dietitian and Nutritionist
Encouraging toddlers to keep physically active will help them to develop movement skills, stay a healthy weight and keep a healthy heart. No matter the weather, we have fun activities which will keep your toddler active and entertained this Easter!
Lucy Upton, Specialist Paediatric Dietitian and Nutritionist
Pregnant women are given lots of advice surrounding healthy eating and lifestyle, but this is often based on old or outdated information. There are so many myths and misconceptions floating around that it can be difficult for mums-to-be to tell fact from fiction. Here are our tips and guidance, so you can feel confident about having a healthy pregnancy.
Lucy Upton, Specialist Paediatric Dietitian and Nutritionist
Staying hydrated throughout the day is especially important for toddlers, as they have higher fluid requirements in relation to their size than adults and are less tolerant of heat. Therefore, it is important to make sure your toddler drinks frequently throughout the day to help prevent dehydration.
Lucy Upton, Specialist Paediatric Dietitian and Nutritionist
The start of a new year is a good time to consider establishing healthy feeding habits for the year ahead. Toddlers’ nutritional requirements differ greatly from those of older children and adults. Rapidly growing and with small stomachs, toddlers require more nutrients in each mouthful of food.
