Nourishing Futures with Healthy Eating and Nutrition
Check out this page to learn more about the Promoting Healthy Eating and Nutrition for Head Start Children and Families campaign.
Healthy Eating
Explore these resources to find tips and strategies that staff and families can use to encourage healthy eating. Find recipes for healthy meals and snacks and learn more about how good eating habits contribute to children's growth and development.
High-quality Nutrition Programming in the Field
Explore examples of what a comprehensive approach to nutrition and healthy eating can look like in Head Start settings, from urban New York to arctic Alaska.
One-time Supplemental Funds for Nutrition and Healthy Eating for Head Start Children and Families
Log Number: ACF-OHS-PI-25-02 | Issuance Date: 07/29/2025
Spotlighting Programs: A Panel Discussion on Exceptional Nutrition Service Delivery
In this webinar, OHS leaders spoke with exceptional Head Start programs who shared effective nutrition strategies and inspired others to promote healthy eating in their own communities.
Promoting Healthy Eating and Nutrition for Head Start Children and Families
Log Number: ACF-OHS-IM-25-03 | Issuance Date: 03-19-2025
Families as Partners in Healthy Active Living
Head Start programs can model healthy behaviors and partner with families in support of healthy habits at home. Use this resource to learn about how to partner with families to promote healthy active living.
Healthy Feeding from the Start for Expectant Families
Share this resource to help explain responsive feeding to expectant families. They can also learn about how it supports healthy eating practices for babies and young children.
Nutrition and Physical Activity
In this chapter of the Health Manager Orientation Guide, learn about the health manager’s role in helping programs meet the nutritional and physical activity needs of each child.
Obesity in Children
Childhood obesity increases the likelihood of adulthood obesity. Explore these tips for creating a positive eating environment and using movement as a learning tool.
Eating Well from the Ground Up
Good nutrition helps children grow, develop, and maintain a healthy weight. In this resource, find healthy eating strategies for families and staff.