One-year-old toddlers are often crawling or walking around and need nutritional food to fuel their developing body. Providing a variety of foods that are safe for 1-year-old children will provide essential vitamins and minerals. Always consult with a pediatrician about what foods to avoid and if there are any considerations for your child.
Fruits
Fruits are a great food for 1-year-old children because they provide vitamins and minerals need for a growing body. According to the BabyCenter, at this age, children should consume 1/4 to 1/2 cup of fruit a day. Generally, this is easy to accomplish because fruits are often preferred by toddlers. Bananas, peaches and pears are some of the healthy options for toddlers. When serving them, make sure the fruits are cut up into bite-size pieces to avoid chocking. After the child reaches 1 year old, citrus fruits can be introduced, reports KidsHealth.
Vegetables
Vegetables provide essential vitamins and minerals that are needed for 1-year-old children. According to BabyCenter, at this age, children should eat 1/4 to 1/2 cup of vegetables a day for healthy development. Vegetables such as peas, green beans, carrots, sweet potatoes and other vegetables are great options for toddlers. Offer a variety of vegetables to provide different textures, tastes and colors. Vegetables are easy to transport and are easy finger foods for toddlers. A diet that contains vegetables will help establish good eating habits as the child gets older.
Dairy
Toddlers need milk for the calcium for strengthening and developing their bones. Whole milk is needed for toddlers younger than 2 years of age, reports Kid'sHealth. Toddlers under two need the dietary fats from whole milk for proper development. Cheese, yogurt made with whole milk and cottage cheese are excellent options for 1-year-old children. According to BabyCenter, at this age, children should consume 1/3 cup of dairy a day. When serving cheese, cut it up into bite size pieces that the toddler can easily chew. Scrambled well-cooked eggs are also a good choice for 1-year-olds. However, eggs are considered high on the allergy list, and children should be watched carefully for an egg allergy. Always supervise toddlers during meals and snacks.
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