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There are so many good sources of information on healthy eating for babies. We have compiled a list of some the Web sites and books that we think are useful. We thought we would share these resources with you.
Informational Web Sites
On-line grocery stores
Books

Informational Web Sites

Aboutproduce.com (Aboutproduce.com)
This site is developed by the Produce Marketing Association (PMA) and the Produce for Better Health Foundation (PBHF). It contains all you need to know about produce, including an abundance of information and recipes that make the bountiful varieties, delicious flavors and healthy benefits of fruits, vegetables, nuts and herbs come alive.

All recipes (http://www.allrecipes.com)
A community-based site offers home cooks unique food ideas and resources including recipes, menu ideas, meal preparation tips, special diet content, culinary ware and news. Including a whole section devoted to Ethnic and regional cooking (http://allrecipes.com/directory/28.asp)

American Academy of Pediatrics (http://www.aap.org/default.htm)
This site has special section called "You and Your Family". You will find a variety of information related to a broad range of subjects that impact your child's mental., physical, social well-being.

American Red Cross (http://www.redcross.org)
This Web site provides you with information on the American Red Cross. They offer a number of child care and safety related courses through their nationwide local chapters. You can out about their programs on the site and locate your local Red Cross Chapter too.

baby-place.com (http://www.baby-place.com)
A comprehensive Web site providing information on everything from conception to toddlers. Current up-to-date articles for general health issues, a huge online mall to purchase just about everything even difficult hard to find items. A similar web site is babycenter.com

babyuniversity.com (http://www.babyuniversity.com)
A general parenting Web site. Good information on common baby ailments and developmental information.

Local Harvest (http://www.localharvest.org/index.jsp)
Do you want fresh, locally grown, organic food, but don't know where to find it? The LocalHarvest Web site makes it easy to find family farms, farmers markets and other sources of sustainably grown food in your area.

Nutrition.gov
The US government's portal Web site that provides access to a wealth of information and resources published by various US agencies.

Supermarket Guru (http://www.supermarketguru.com/)
Advice and information to consumers on how to shop smart at grocery stores and supermarkets.

Whole Foods Market (http://www.wholefoods.com)
You may have a Whole Foods in your area. Their Web site provides a lot information on foods, environmental issues and there is even a kids section that has recipes, and games, and links to other sites for kids.

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On-line grocery stores:

Asian:
Asiafoods.com (http://www.asiafoods.com)
This store offers a wide variety of Asian foods and spices. There is also a nice glossary for Asian foods and a recipe book with submissions from other customers.

Indian:
Namaste (http://www.namaste.com/nm/default.asp)
A large selection of Indian specialty items and staples.

Organic Foods:
Nature's way (http://www.7948888.com)
Online organic food store. They provide good service and reasonable prices. Their site also has some interesting recipes.

Shop Natural (http://www.shopnatural.com)
This store contains over 5,000 natural and organics food and non-food products availbel on this site. You can shop by category or by brand.

Southern USA:
Cajun Grocer (http://www.cajungrocer.com)
The largest selection of Louisiana foods on the web.

Southernfood.com (http://store.yahoo.com/southernfoodcom/index.html)
A wide variety of Southern cooking items and spices.

Thai:
Importfoods.com (http://www.importfood.com/)
Complete source of authentic Thai ingredients, recipes and cookware.

Mexcian and Tex mex:

TexMex (http://www.texmex.net)
This mail order and online store sells fresh tortillas, Tex-Mex beans, spices and other products.

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Books

American Red Cross Publications (http://www.redcross.org/pubs/#aid)
The Red Cross sells a variety of different publications, including a First Aid Fast Quick Refenrece Guide and Babysitter's Handbook. Your can buy these products through your local American Red Cross Chapter.

The Official Complete Home Reference Guide to your Child's Nutrition American Academy of Pediatrics'
This book provides a wealth of information related to children and nutrition. There are lots of guidelines and charts that help you learn more about the nutrition requirements of your child and lots of tips that will help you develop your child into a healthy eater. To learn more or buy this book, click on the link below http://www.aap.org/bookstorepubs.html

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