Healthy Snacks Finger Foods, 14 Months

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healthy snacks

FINGER FOODS Toddlers are on the go from sun up to sundown. To help them make it through, they need one to three healthy snacks in addition to their meals. Offer your toddler her snacks at around the same time each day, at the table whenever possible. Think of snack time as a prime opportunity for getting in some of the vitamins and minerals that your tot needs.

Eating healthy snacks will ensure your tot is: Gaining exposure to a variety of quality, wholesome foods

Eating sufficient amounts of nutrients important for growth & development.

Learning appropriate eating behavior

Consuming enough calories

This tip is from our Happy Mama Mentor Rachel, RD, CBS and mom to Daniel & Miles Also available to chat at: happyfamilyorganics.com/chat

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in addition to meals!

Fruit Snacks: Fruit cut into bite size pieces Fruit puree, such as apple sauce

Veggie Snacks: Baked kale, carrot or beet chips Veggies dipped in hummus, salsa or guacamole

Protein-Packed Snacks: Hummus or black bean dip with whole grain pita triangles or sliced veggies Nut or seed butter on whole grain bread

Toasted whole grain bread with 100% fruit preserves and/or nut or seed butter Oatmeal Whole grain cereal, dry or with milk or milk alternative

Dairy Snacks: Whole milk yogurt Yogurt & fruit smoothie Cheese cubes