What to Feed Your Baby: A Pediatrician's Guide to the Eleven Essential Foods

As a pediatrician, spokesperson for the American Academy of Pediatrics, and mother of three boys, Dr. Tanya Altmann knows that good nutrition is essential for healthy kids. In What to Feed Your Baby, Dr. Tanya provides the latest nutritional recommendations and best practices for feeding babies and young children. The simple, fool-proof program focuses on serving eleven foundation foods: eggs, prunes, avocado, fish, yogurt/cheese/milk, nuts, chicken/beans, fruit, green veggies, whole grains, and water. What to Feed Your Baby helps parents set their children up for a lifetime of healthy choices—and say goodbye to picky eating forever!

• Baby Feeding Schedule: Stop guessing what to feed and when. Get clear, age-by-stage feeding plans for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers with evidence-based specifics on food portions, timing, and frequency.
• Homemade Baby Food: Skip the confusing baby food aisle. Discover simple, cost-effective ways to make your own nutritious purees and first foods right at home with just a few easy steps.
• Toddler Nutrition: Navigate the tricky toddler years with confidence. Learn how to transition your child to family meals and manage picky eating without the power struggles.
• Food Allergies in Children: Get the latest medically-approved information on introducing common allergens like eggs and nuts, with expert guidance on how to spot and handle potential food sensitivities.
• Weaning Guidance: Move from bottle to cup with ease. This guide provides practical steps for a smooth transition from breast or bottle feeding, setting up healthy drinking habits for life.