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Early Healthy Habits

Healthy habits

Small steps, every day, together

Healthy habits grow best when they're positive, realistic, and shared by the whole family.

Eat the rainbow

  • Offer fruits or vegetables at most meals
  • Choose water and milk over sugary drinks
  • Cook and shop together with your kids

Move & play

  • Aim for active play every day
  • Visit a local park, pool, or rec center
  • Make movement a family activity

Rest well

  • Keep a regular bedtime routine
  • Turn off screens before bed
  • Keep bedrooms calm and dark

Daily routines

  • Eat meals together when you can
  • Set screen-time limits as a family
  • Celebrate small wins, not numbers
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For guidance specific to your child, please talk with a qualified pediatric healthcare professional.