For vegan diets, give soya-based infant formula as a drink, but only on the advice of your doctor or health visitor. Soya-based infant formula contains added sugar, unlike cow's milk, so it needs to be used exactly as stated on the label, to protect teeth. A portion with each meal will provide energy, various nutrients and some fibre. Let your child try lots of different varieties of starchy foods. Try wholemeal bread and pasta, but not every time.
Starchy staples form an important part of anyone's diet.
But they can be very filling, so make sure small tummies have room for other foods too. Starchy foods provide energy, various nutrients and some fibre. Some ideas to try Fruits and vegetables Fruit and vegetables contain lots of vitamins, minerals and fibre and they liven up meals with a variety of colours, textures and flavours. Try to introduce lots of different types from an early age, whether fresh, frozen, canned or dried. Try to ensure young children have fruit and vegetables 4 times a day.