Program Phases

Phase 1: Six Months to One Year Old

The first phase of the program starts when children are first introduced to solid foods, around 6-12 months of age. Healthy habits can start early so it is important to introduce nutritious foods from the very beginning. During phase one, parents can learn how to easily and economically prepare their own baby food from simple ingredients. There are also helpful tips for feeding the new eater and guidelines for storing and freezing baby food. A section for family meals provides delicious recipes for the entire family including a step to prepare baby food from the same ingredients. Eating right is a teachable skill and one the entire family can benefit from and do together.

Phase 1: Creating Healthy Habits

Phase 1: Food Preparation Guidelines

Phase 1: Feeding Guidelines

Phase 1: Recipes

Phase 1: Healthy Parents

Phase 1: Download the Phase 1 Booklet (PDF)

Phase 2: One Year to Two Years Old

The second phase is created for children 12-24 months of age that are ready for finger foods and other more mature foods. Recipes build on the foods and flavors introduced in phase one and continue to show parents how to easily prepare healthy meals for the entire family at once. Safety tips for food handling and storage plus ingredient conversion measurements are included to make a parent’s job easier. In addition, there are at home spa treatments and other tips to help parents unwind and stay fit.

Phase 2: Creating Healthy Habits

Phase 2: Food Preparation Guidelines

Phase 2: Feeding Guidelines

Phase 2: Recipes

Phase 2: Healthy Parents

Phase 2: Download the Phase 2 Booklet (PDF)

Phase 3: Two Years to Three Years Old

The final phase focuses on children 24 to 36 months of age by reinforcing healthy eating habits, as toddlers grow increasingly more independent. Parents will continue to learn ways to influence healthy eating habits and to be positive role models for their children to imitate.

Phase 3: Creating Healthy Habits

Phase 3: Food Preparation Guidelines

Phase 3: Feeding Guidelines

Phase 3: Recipes

Phase 3: Healthy Parents

Phase 3: Download the Phase 3 Booklet (PDF)