Iron containing foods

Iron containing foods: At ~6 months, start iron containing foods to avoid iron deficiency.

Allergenic foods

Allergenic foods: For all infants, including those at high risk for allergies, allergenic foods (especially eggs and age-appropriate forms of peanut products (NIH)) can be introduced with other solids around 6 months, but not before 4 months, as guided by the infant’s signs of readiness. Once allergenic solids are introduced, they should be fed at least once a week or a few times a month to maintain tolerance. Timing of introduction (CPS) Allergy check Food Allergy Canada Non-IgE mediated food allergy (CPS)

Vegetarian/Vegan diets

Vegetarian/Vegan diets: Children < 2 yrs fed a vegan diet may be at risk for nutrient deficiencies.
HealthLinkBC Series – Feeding Babies & Toddlers: Vegetarian Vegan

Fish consumption

Fish consumption: 2 servings/week of low mercury fish:
Fish consumption and mercury (HC)