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Choking on food can happen at any age, but young children are at higher risk because their airways are small and can easily block. They are also still learning how to chew and swallow and can get easily distracted while eating.
The good news? A few simple changes to food prep can make a big difference. This guide features expert-backed guidance to make meals and snacks safer for kids ages 1 to 5.
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🔍Why you’ll want this guide
Whether you're feeding toddlers in child care, prepping snacks in a preschool classroom, or making lunch at home, choking prevention matters.
🍽️ Safer mealtime environments
The guide includes simple strategies that make a big difference in reducing choking risk, such as supervising children while they eat and ensuring they are seated upright with their feet supported, along with other helpful tips.
📸 Visual prep guide
See exactly how to prepare foods like:
👩⚕️ Backed by experts
Created by Registered Dietitians at Teach Nutrition and reviewed by pediatric experts, this guide is practical, up to date, and developed with real early years settings and caregivers in mind.
ℹ️ Reminder
This guide is intended as a starting point, and the food examples provided are not exhaustive. Some children may be ready for certain foods earlier than the suggested age or without extra preparation, while others may need more time.
Want to make meal and snack time safer? Start today.