Maternal Nutrition

Healthy eating is important at every age, and is essential for a healthy pregnancy. Mothers are most vulnerable to malnutrition during the period between conception and a child's second birthday, which is a critical period for a child's growth and development.  Moreover, nutrition needs of women change and evolve throughout pregnancy and breastfeeding.  Visit the resources below to learn more about how to maintain good nutrition during and after pregnancy.

Health.gov Quick Tips for Healthy Eating During Pregnancy:

• https://health.gov/myhealthfinder/pregnancy/nutrition-and-physical-activity/eat-healthy-during-pregnancy-quick-tips

CDC Diet Considerations and Frequently Asked Questions for Breastfeeding Mothers:

• https://www.cdc.gov/breastfeeding/breastfeeding-special-circumstances/diet-and-micronutrients/maternal-diet.html

MyPlate Recommendations for Pregnancy and Breastfeeding:

• https://www.myplate.gov/life-stages/pregnancy-and-breastfeeding

FDA Tips for Avoiding Foodborne Illness for Moms to Be

• https://www.fda.gov/food/people-risk-foodborne-illness/food-safety-moms-be

USDA Tips for Pregnant Moms 

• https://wicworks.fns.usda.gov/sites/default/files/media/document/Tips_for_Pregnant_Women_English.pdf

Infant and Toddler Nutrition

Good nutrition during the first 2 years of life is essential for healthy growth and development.  Start early with good nutrition practices to help develop healthy dietary habits.  Visit the resources below to learn more about infant and toddler nutrition. 

• https://www.fda.gov/food/buy-store-serve-safe-food/handling-infant-formula-safely-what-you-need-know

FDA Resource for Foodborne Illness and Food Safety for Infants

• https://www.fda.gov/food/people-risk-foodborne-illness/food-safety-infants-toddlers

CDC Resource for Infant and Toddler Nutrition

• https://www.cdc.gov/nutrition/InfantandToddlerNutrition/index.html

MyPlate Information on Infant Nutrition

• https://www.myplate.gov/life-stages/infants