Breastfeeding provides important nutrients for babies. Some mothers may wish to continue breastfeeding while their children are in child care. They may choose to adjust their work schedules so they can come and nurse the baby at your home, they may collect and store breast milk for you to feed the baby during the day, or they may have you feed the baby formula during the day but continue nursing at home. The following information about breastfeeding babies can help …
All children, especially infants, must have adequate nutrition to help them grow in a healthy way. Child care providers need to work closely with families to ensure that all children in your child care program receive healthy, well-balanced meals and snacks. There are a variety of ways to provide good nutrition for infants. Some infants are breastfed, and others are fed infant formula. Most infants will eat from a bottle while they are in child care, but mothers who are …
Child care providers play an important role in supporting young children who are overweight and obese. Teaching healthy food choices will give children an important tool to maintain a healthy weight as they grow. Here are a few ideas for child care providers trying to help young children feel good about their bodies and maintain a healthy body weight.
