Early childhood is a critical time to set the stage for lifelong healthy weight. In the first years of life, how children are fed and what they eat can help brain development and prevent obesity.
The materials and information below were created to support pediatricians and other professionals in engaging and educating families around early feeding practices, optimal nutrition and healthy active living during pregnancy and through early childhood.
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These resources were developed by the American Academy of Pediatrics Institute for Healthy Childhood Weight. Development was made possible through a grant from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Last Updated
07/09/2024
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American Academy of Pediatrics