Healthy Weight, Healthy Nutrition Directory

This guide will help you give your little one the best start in life. From pregnancy through to your child’s early years, it’s packed with tips, resources, and local support to make healthy eating and good habits easier for the whole family.

Inside the guide, you’ll find advice for every stage – from eating well in pregnancy, managing morning sickness, and caring for your teeth, to feeding your baby in the first 6 months and knowing when to start solids. There are tips for introducing new foods safely, healthy snack and lunchbox ideas, and support for fussy eaters. The guide also covers portion sizes, drinks, oral health, and physical activity for toddlers and preschoolers, plus information on local services like family centres, breastfeeding groups, and specialist support. You’ll also discover details about the Healthy Start scheme, free programmes like Healthy Lives 4 Under Fives, and where to get expert advice whenever you need it.