Families
Need some strategies to help your children grow at a healthy weight?
Click on the links below for the following resources: breastfeeding, responsive feeding, introducing solid foods, tackling picky eating, physical activity for babies and toddlers, ideas for cooking with young children, and screen time recommendations.
- Connecticut Breastfeeding Coalition | Website
- Office on Women's Health | Website
- Your Guide to Breastfeeding | US Department of Health and Human Services
- Connecticut Women, Infants, and Children | Website
- La Leche League of Connecticut | Website
- It's Worth It! | Website
- Zip Milk | Website
- Hispanic Health Council | Website
- Maternal and Infant Outreach Program (MIOP) | Website
- Tips for Breastfeeding Moms | USDA
- Tips for Breastfeeding Moms - Spanish | USDA
- Breastfeeding Guide - English | Kohl's SCOR Program
- Breastfeeding Guide - Espanol | Kohl's SCOR Program
- Ten Great Reasons to Breastfeed | Kohl's SCOR Program
- Chop Chop Quick Bites (New Resource!)
- Chop Chop Finger Foods Guide (New Resource!)
- Healthy Snack Ideas for Toddlers | Healthy Children
- Crunchy Rainbow Wrap | USDA
- Food Group Friend | USDA
- Friendship Pocket | USDA
- Fruitalicious | USDA
- Kitchen Helper Activities | USDA
- Kid Friendly Veggies and Fruits | ChooseMyPlate
- Kid Friendly Veggies and Fruits - Spanish | ChooseMyPlate
- Cut Back on Sweet Treats | ChooseMyPlate
- Cut Back on Sweet Treats - Spanish | ChooseMyPlate
- 0-6 Month Feeding Guideline - English
- 6-12 Month Feeding Guideline - English
- 12-18 Month Feeding Guideline - English
- 18-24 Month Feeding Guideline - English
- 2-3 Years Old Feeding Guideline - English (NEW RESOURCE!)
- 4-5 Years Old Feeding Guideline - English (NEW RESOURCE!)
- Breastfeeding Guideline - English
- 0-6 Month Guideline - Espanol
- 6-12 Month Guideline - Espanol
- 12-18 Month Guideline - Espanol
- 18-24 Month Guideline - Espanol
- 2-3 Years Old Feeding Guideline - Espanol (NEW RESOURCE!)
- 4-5 Years Old Feeding Guideline - Espanol (NEW RESOURCE!)
- Breastfeeding Guideline - Espanol
- Ten Great Reasons to Breastfeed | Kohl's SCOR Program
- Iron Rich Food Guide | Kohl's SCOR Program
- Iron Rich Food Guide | Kohl's SCOR Program- Espanol
- Rethink Your Drink-Beverage Recommendations - English/Espanol (NEW RESOURCE!)
Nutrition Assistance Resources/Programs
Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC)
The Women, Infants and Children's program (WIC) is a supplemental food and nutrition program for pregnant women, new moms and children under 5 years old. WIC provides supplemental foods, financial assistance, and nutritional guidance and support to eligible families.
Learn more about WIC and how to apply
SNAP
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as Food Stamps, helps eligible individuals and families afford the cost of food at supermarkets, grocery stores and farmers’ markets.
Learn more about SNAP and how to apply
Hartford Farmer's Markets
Connecticut has over 100 farmers’ markets and can be found in virtually any town, seven days a week. There are several in Hartford that offer great selection of locally grown fresh fruits and vegetables!
Learn more about Farmer's Markets near you
Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC)
The Women, Infants and Children's program (WIC) is a supplemental food and nutrition program for pregnant women, new moms and children under 5 years old. WIC provides supplemental foods, financial assistance, and nutritional guidance and support to eligible families.
Learn more about WIC and how to apply
SNAP
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as Food Stamps, helps eligible individuals and families afford the cost of food at supermarkets, grocery stores and farmers’ markets.
Learn more about SNAP and how to apply
Hartford Farmer's Markets
Connecticut has over 100 farmers’ markets and can be found in virtually any town, seven days a week. There are several in Hartford that offer great selection of locally grown fresh fruits and vegetables!
Learn more about Farmer's Markets near you