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At HENRY we are passionate about babies and children getting the best possible start in life. This means supporting the whole family to make positive lifestyle changes, creating healthier and happier home environments, and building healthier communities.
Over the past 12 years we have supported thousands of families to transform family life for the better in all sorts of ways – including improved nutrition, emotional wellbeing, parenting skills, breastfeeding, and getting more active. We have worked with over 15,000 health and early years practitioners and collaborated with NHS trusts, local authorities, and many other partners.

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Healthy teeth
Healthy teeth Every parent wants their child to have healthy teeth, but it can be difficult to know what to do to make sure this happens, especially in the early years. Children’s teeth are more prone to decay than adult teeth, and so it’s important to establish good habits early to avoid the distress of tooth decay. The good news is that by following a few simple steps, tooth decay is almost entirely preventable.

Top tips for healthy teeth

Start brushing from the minute you see your baby's first tooth
Brush twice a day with a small smear of fluoride toothpaste on the brush – including once just before bed after all food and drink is finished
Brush your child's teeth or supervise them brushing until they are at least 7 years old
Spit don’t rinse after toothbrushing – rinsing washes away the fluoride that protects your children’s teeth
Use songs, games and lots of praise to make toothbrushing fun
Avoid sugary drinks and snacks, especially between meals. Fruit juice and dried fruit are also best at mealtimes rather than on their own
Milk or water are the best drinks for young children – if you’re bottle feeding, start using a free-flow beaker instead of a bottle from 6 months
Register your child with a dentist when their first tooth comes through and take them for regular checks

Growing up with healthy teethWatch our video on what we can do to help children grow up with healthy teeth.

Eating Well for Less
Eating well for lessTrying to eat well and make healthy choices when shopping on a budget can seem very daunting. However, healthy choices don’t need to be expensive choices and following these top tips will help you keep to a budget and help the whole family eat more healthily.
Top tips for eating well for less

Plan meals for the week ahead, starting with what’s in the cupboard
Write a shopping list for your weekly meal plan
Replace meat a couple of times a week with lower cost and healthier options like beans and pulses, which also keep for longer
Involve the family in planning and choosing healthy meals
Stick to the shopping list – remove any items from your basket that are not on the list before paying
Choose loose, rather than pre-packed, fruit and vegetables, and check for those that are in season as they may be cheaper
Buy store brands as they often cost less than branded items
Buy frozen and tinned vegetables and fruit – these are a healthy alternative (if in own juice and low salt) and can be cheaper than buying fresh
Buy in bulk and make your own portions at home
Shop during ‘happy hour’ when food is reduced

For more top tips on various things please look at the website
https://henry.org.uk/tips/bedtimes
https://henry.org.uk/tips/infantfeeding
https://henry.org.uk/startingsolids
https://henry.org.uk/tips/talking
https://henry.org.uk/tips/familymealtimes
https://henry.org.uk/tips/boostingbatteries
https://henry.org.uk/fussyeating