Early Childhood Intervention
This website is a place for families who are facing
challenges pertaining to their child's development and
growth.
It is a place to find answers and practical
suggestions. That's what Early Intervention Support is all
about.
Whether a family has a child with a challenging behavior,
a disability or developmental issue, childhood is short - it
should be savored and enjoyed.
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We understand developmental milestones and the challenges
of Special Needs children. We spend a great deal of time
with families understanding the inner workings of childhood
routines and interactions. Ask us about your child today!
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Tips to Establish Good Nutrition
for Children
Babies, toddlers, children and teens adults, too are their
healthiest if they eat a variety of wholesome foods. Since the
early years of your child's life are such an important period of
growth, make sure the baby's diet includes foods rich in vitamins,
proteins, carbohydrates, fats, and fiber.
Recommended Foods for a 1-year-old
Milk and cheese
1.5 oz. cheese/ 1 c. milk, 1/2c. |
4 |
Meat group (protein foods)
1 egg, 2 T lean meat, fish, poultry |
3 or more |
| Fruits and vegetables |
At least 4, including... |
| Vitamin C source (citrus fruits, berries,
tomato, cabbage, cantaloupe), 1/3 c. citrus |
1 or more, twice as much tomato as citrus |
| Vitamin A source (green or yellow fruits
and vegetables), 2 T |
1 or more |
Other vegetables (potato and legumes), 2 T
or other fruits (apple, banana, etc.), 1/4 c. |
2 |
Cereals (whole-grain or enriched)
Bread, 1/2 slice
Ready-to-eat cereals, 1/2 oz.
Cooked cereal (including macaroni, spaghetti, rice, etc.),
1/4 c. |
At least 4 |
Fats and carbohydrates
Butter, margarine, mayonnaise, oils
(1 T = 100 calories) |
To meet caloric needs |
Desserts and sweets
Pudding or ice cream, 1/3 c., 2 - 3" cookies, Cake, 1 oz.
Pie, 1-1/3 oz. , Jelly, jam, honey or sugar, 2 T |
1 |
Recommended Foods for a 2-3-year-old
Milk and cheese
(1.5 oz. cheese/ 1 c. milk), 1/2 - 3/4 c. |
4 |
Meat group (protein foods)
1 egg, 2 T lean meat, fish, poultry, Peanut butter, 1 T |
3 or more |
| Fruits and vegetables |
At least 4, including... |
| Vitamin C source (citrus fruits, berries,
tomato, cabbage, cantaloupe), 1/2 c. citrus |
1 or more, twice as much tomato as citrus |
| Vitamin A source (green or yellow fruits
and vegetables), 3 T |
1 or more |
Other vegetables (potato and legumes), 3 T
or other fruits (apple, banana, etc.), 1/3 c. |
2 |
Cereals (whole-grain or enriched)
Bread, 1 slice
Ready-to-eat cereals, 3/4 oz.
Cooked cereal (including macaroni, spaghetti, rice, etc.),
1/3 c. |
At least 4 |
Fats and carbohydrates
Butter, margarine, mayonnaise, oils
(1 T = 100 calories) |
To meet caloric needs |
Desserts and sweets
Pudding or ice cream, 1/3 c., 2 - 3" cookies, Cake, 1 oz.
Pie, 1-1/3 oz. , Jelly, jam, honey or sugar, 2 T |
1 1/2 portions |
Recommended Foods for a 4-5-year-old
Milk and cheese
(1.5 oz. cheese/ 1 c. milk), 1/2 - 3/4 c. |
4 |
Meat group (protein foods)
1 egg, 2 T lean meat, fish, poultry, Peanut butter, 2 T |
3 or more |
| Fruits and vegetables |
At least 4, including... |
| Vitamin C source (citrus fruits, berries,
tomato, cabbage, cantaloupe), 1/2 c. citrus |
1 or more, twice as much tomato as citrus |
| Vitamin A source (green or yellow fruits
and vegetables), 4 T |
1 or more |
Other vegetables (potato and legumes), 4 T
(1/4 c.)
or other fruits (apple, banana, etc.), 1/2 c. |
2 |
Cereals (whole-grain or enriched)
Bread, 1 1/2 slices
Ready-to-eat cereals, 1 oz.
Cooked cereal (including macaroni, spaghetti, rice, etc.),
1/2 c. |
At least 4 |
Fats and carbohydrates
Butter, margarine, mayonnaise, oils
(1 T = 100 calories) |
To meet caloric needs |
Desserts and sweets
Pudding or ice cream, 1/3 c., 2 - 3" cookies, Cake, 1 oz.
Pie, 1-1/3 oz. , Jelly, jam, honey or sugar, 2 T |
1 1/2 portions |
Recommended Foods for a 6-9-year-old
Milk and cheese
(1.5 oz. cheese/ 1 c. milk), 1/2 - 1 c. |
4 |
Meat group (protein foods)
1 egg, 2-3 oz lean meat, fish, poultry, Peanut butter, 2-3 T |
3 or more |
| Fruits and vegetables |
At least 4, including... |
| Vitamin C source (citrus fruits, berries,
tomato, cabbage, cantaloupe), 1 med. orange |
1 or more, twice as much tomato as citrus |
| Vitamin A source (green or yellow fruits
and vegetables), 4 T |
1 or more |
Other vegetables (potato and legumes),
1/3c.
or other fruits (apple, banana, etc.), 1 medium |
2 |
Cereals (whole-grain or enriched)
Bread, 1-2 slices
Ready-to-eat cereals, 1 oz.
Cooked cereal (including macaroni, spaghetti, rice, etc.),
1/2 c. |
At least 4 |
Fats and carbohydrates
Butter, margarine, mayonnaise, oils, 2T
(1 T = 100 calories) |
To meet caloric needs |
Desserts and sweets
Pudding or ice cream, 1/3 c., 2 - 3" cookies, Cake, 1 oz.
Pie, 1-1/3 oz. , Jelly, jam, honey or sugar, 2 T |
3 portions |
Recommended Foods for a 10-12-year-old
Milk and cheese
(1.5 oz. cheese/ 1 c. milk), 1/2 - 1 c. |
4 |
Meat group (protein foods)
1 egg, 3-4 oz lean meat, fish, poultry, Peanut butter, 3 T |
3 or more |
| Fruits and vegetables |
At least 4, including... |
| Vitamin C source (citrus fruits, berries,
tomato, cabbage, cantaloupe), 1 med. orange |
1 or more, twice as much tomato as citrus |
| Vitamin A source (green or yellow fruits
and vegetables), 1/3c. |
1 or more |
Other vegetables (potato and legumes),
1/2c.
or other fruits (apple, banana, etc.), 1 medium |
2 |
Cereals (whole-grain or enriched)
Bread, 2 slices
Ready-to-eat cereals, 1 oz.
Cooked cereal (including macaroni, spaghetti, rice, etc.),
3/4 c. |
At least 4 |
Fats and carbohydrates
Butter, margarine, mayonnaise, oils, 2T
(1 T = 100 calories) |
To meet caloric needs |
Desserts and sweets
Pudding or ice cream, 1/3 c., 2 - 3" cookies, Cake, 1 oz.
Pie, 1-1/3 oz. , Jelly, jam, honey or sugar, 2 T |
3 portions |
Recommended Foods for a 13-15-year-old
Milk and cheese
(1.5 oz. cheese/ 1 c. milk), 1/2 - 1 c. |
4 |
Meat group (protein foods)
1 or more eggs, 4 oz or more lean meat, fish, poultry,
Peanut butter, 3 T |
3 or more |
| Fruits and vegetables |
At least 4, including... |
| Vitamin C source (citrus fruits, berries,
tomato, cabbage, cantaloupe), 1 med. orange |
1 or more, twice as much tomato as citrus |
| Vitamin A source (green or yellow fruits
and vegetables), 1/2c. |
1 or more |
Other vegetables (potato and legumes),
3/4c.
or other fruits (apple, banana, etc.), 1 medium |
2 |
Cereals (whole-grain or enriched)
Bread, 2 slices
Ready-to-eat cereals, 1 oz.
Cooked cereal (including macaroni, spaghetti, rice, etc.), 1
c. |
At least 4 |
Fats and carbohydrates
Butter, margarine, mayonnaise, oils, 2-4T
(1 T = 100 calories) |
To meet caloric needs |
Desserts and sweets
Pudding or ice cream, 1/3 c., 2 - 3" cookies, Cake, 1 oz.
Pie, 1-1/3 oz. , Jelly, jam, honey or sugar, 2 T |
3-6 portions |
Techniques for Building Positive Habits
Parenting Tips in Other Areas IncludeLearn More About Early InterventionTherapy OptionsThankfully, there are many ways to deal with childhood developmental
delays and behaviors. These include in-home services, outpatient (you take
your child to a clinic), inpatient (following injury or surgery) and school
based services. Which type of therapy should you choose? Visit our Therapy Options
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