As your baby reaches toddlerhood, their immune system is still developing, and it will continue to do as they grow through childhood1. In fact, your child’s immune system will continue to adapt, evolve and become stronger and more complex well into adulthood.
There are a number of ways in which your child’s immune system develops. Minor childhood illnesses, for example coughs and colds, help to strengthen the immune system, providing your toddler with future protection from illness and infections.
Another very important way to support your child’s immune system is through their diet. Here we’ll take a look at the immune-enhancing nutrients that can help your child’s immune system both now and for the future, as well as the role of breastfeeding and vaccinations. We’ll also be providing some meal-planning inspiration to help with supporting your child’s immune system through their diet.