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Feeding your toddler (1–3+ years)

Weaning, picky eating and the pressure to get it right. There is no one correct timeline, and your wellbeing counts too.


Whether your child is eating family meals, drinking milk from a cup, continuing to breastfeed or some combination of these, there is no perfect toddler feeding journey. What matters most is supporting your child's growth while creating feeding routines that work for your family.

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You don't have to navigate this alone

Whether you're managing picky eating, continuing to breastfeed, thinking about weaning or simply wondering if what you're experiencing is normal, help is available.

Public health nurses, primary care providers, lactation consultants, dietitians and other professionals can all provide support, depending on your family's needs.

This article was developed using sourced educational content from Canadian Perinatal Mental Health Trainings (CPMHT), and informed by the collective knowledge and expertise of CPMHT professionals and Karen Clarke, BA, MSW, RSW, Doula (Open Book Doula, Counselling and Consulting Services).