Each child is unique. Some children achieve developmental and physical skills before others, while some achieve them later. Regardless of the age and stage of development, all children need love, encouragement and support to feel secure, safe and confident in their actions.
Whether you're a parent, a teenager or someone researching child health topics, the following publications offer information on helping children to grow up healthy.
Healthy Eating for Pregnancy - August 2005
Infancy and Childhood Development
All About Me: Growth and Development Series
Tips for parents and caregivers - Healthy U
Alberta Centre for Active Living - (Research and education for the promotion of physical activity)
Canada's Food Guide to Healthy Eating for preschoolers - Health CanadaDental Care
Immunizations
Education
Adolescence
General Information
Puberty and Sexuality