Nutrition 0-12 Months

Find out about nutrition for the first 12 months of your baby's life. Each link takes you to a page beginning with a short video followed by key messages. You can select from 9 languages at the top of each page. Many pages include links to more detailed information.

Close up of baby breastfeeding

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Mother breastfeeding her baby in the kitchen Breastfeeding

Breastmilk Is The Best Food For Your Baby
The Health Benefits Of Breastfeeding
Preparing To Breastfeed Before Birth
Skin To Skin & Breastfeeding
Your Baby's First Breastfeed
A Good Latch Is The Key To Successful Breastfeeding
Your Baby's Hunger Cues & Breastfeeding
How to Get Breastfeeding Established
How To Know If Baby Is Getting Enough Breastmilk
How To Express Breastmilk
How To Safely Store Breastmilk

Mother with her baby on her lap, giving her baby a spoon of pureed baby food Starting Solids

Key Messages For When Your Baby Is Starting Solids
What Are The Best Drinks For Your Baby?
What Foods To Give Your Baby When They Start Solids
What Food To Give Your Baby At Around 6 Months
What Food To Give Your Baby From 7 To 8 Months
What Food To Give Your Baby From 8 To 12 Months
Keeping Baby Safe When They Are Eating Solid Foods

A family eating together at the table Healthy Eating Habits

Key Messages About Helping Your Baby Develop Healthy Eating Habits
How To Help Your Baby Enjoy Food
Help Your Baby Develop Healthy Eating Habits By Letting Them Choose How Much To Eat
Help Your Baby Develop Healthy Eating Habits By Following A Regular Meal & Snack Schedule
Develop Healthy Eating Habits By Eating Together As A Family
Help Your Baby Develop Healthy Eating Habits By Being A Good Role Model

Two mothers preparing baby food together in the kitchen Meal Planning

Time Saving Tips For Preparing Food For Your Baby
Tips For Preparing Meat For Your Baby
A Great Way To Stock Up On Food For Your Baby!

Formula Feeding

Making Choices About Feeding Your Baby Before Birth
Skin To Skin Contact & Formula Feeding
What Equipment You Need For Making Your Baby's Formula
What Formula To Choose For Your Baby
Washing & Sterilising Formula Equipment
How To Make Baby's Formula
How Much Formula Does Baby Need?
Your Baby's Hunger Cues & Formula Feeding
How To Know If Baby Is Getting Enough Formula