For the first few months of an infant’s life, breastmilk or formula milk will be his or her main source of nutrition. But as the baby grows and develops, so is the need for additional sources of vitamins and nutrients. What are good baby food recipes for your growing child? Breastmilk and formula milk is packed […]

Many parents know about “am” or rice water, and how babies can have it under specific situations. However, in some areas–especially rural ones–parents use rice water to substitute breast milk or infant formula milk. What does your baby get when you feed them am? Why is am for baby given? Find out here. What is Am […]

When parents think about boosting their baby’s health, they seldom worry about building healthy bones. However, healthy bones are essential in helping your child develop physically and mentally. With strong bones, they can perform various forms of developmental play that will nurture both their body and mind. Moreover, a robust framework promotes balance and prevents fractures […]

According to experts, the first 1000 days of a child’s life—or the time before they reach the age of 2—are vital for brain development. Moreover, they emphasize that nutrition plays a crucial role in boosting brainpower. What are the best nutrients for a baby’s brain development? Find out here. Baby Nutrition: What You Need to Know Protein Protein […]

Weaning refers to the time when your baby will no longer depend on breastmilk or formula milk for nourishment. This likewise means that weaning begins the moment you introduce solid foods to your baby. Traditionally, the baby’s parents and caretakers take a proactive role in weaning an infant by spoon-feeding them with pureed or mashed […]

A baby’s first year is one of the most crucial stages of a child’s growth and development. Aside from offering them the appropriate nutrients from the milk and food that they eat, giving them the right vitamins for their age also plays an important role. Here are the essential vitamins for babies 6-12 months old […]

Infant formula is a huge part of many Filipino parents’ lives when they have a growing infant in their care. This is because as much as mothers want to breastfeed exclusively for 6 months, they may be unable to due to reasons like the need to wean their baby early to return to work, or […]

Good nutrition plays a big part when it comes to a baby’s growth and development. Knowing the nutritional requirements for babies 0-12 months can help parents make informed decisions about what their baby eats. By providing exactly what types of food their baby needs, parents can ensure that their babies grow up to be healthy and […]

Time and again, science has upheld the importance of breastfeeding for both moms and their babies. Breast milk gives the best nutrition for newborns and strengthens the bond between mother and child. Expanded Breastfeeding Law in the Philippines In signing the Expanded Breastfeeding Promotion Act of 2009 into law, former President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo made it the state’s […]

Since the first time you saw and held your newborn, breast milk has likely been providing your baby with the necessary nutrition. Now that your baby is six months old, it is time to prepare for a new chapter in feeding. And the first step is determining the best first foods for babies. Babies, at 6 […]