2026 Baby 7 Toddler Categories

Foods suitable for the first stage of weaning, including smooth purées and simple single-ingredient recipes, aligned with UK weaning guidance.

Foods with increased texture to support chewing and oral development, including mashed, lumpy or softly textured meals.

Complete meals designed for toddlers, including chilled, frozen or ambient formats, offering balanced nutrition and age-appropriate portion sizes.

Products containing ingredients associated with early cognitive development, such as iron, iodine, omega-3 or key vitamins, within permitted UK nutrition claim guidelines.

Products designed to encourage chewing, self-feeding and motor skills, including finger foods, textured snacks and stage-appropriate formats.

Drinks suitable for babies and toddlers, including water-based drinks, milk alternatives for toddlers, and age-appropriate functional beverages, excluding infant formula.

Products formulated without specific allergens such as gluten, dairy or eggs, suitable for babies and toddlers with dietary needs.

Baby and toddler foods made without animal-derived ingredients, providing balanced nutrition suitable for plant-based family preferences.

Products designed to help babies and toddlers transition to family meals, including milder seasonings, familiar flavours and adaptable formats.

Products demonstrating environmental responsibility through sourcing, packaging, waste reduction or manufacturing practices.

Weaning foods designed for babies aged six months and above, including purées and blended meals with age-appropriate textures and ingredients.

Meals designed for older babies transitioning to family foods, with chunkier textures, varied flavours and balanced nutrition.

Foods formulated or naturally rich in iron to support normal cognitive development, including meat, plant-based and fortified products.

Foods and drinks containing fibre, prebiotics or gentle fermented ingredients designed to support digestive comfort and gut health.

Age-appropriate snacks such as puffs, rice cakes, bars and soft bakes, developed for small hands, controlled portions and appropriate nutritional profiles.

Portable food and drink products designed for out-of-home feeding, including pouches, pots and convenient packaging.

Foods made with certified organic ingredients, including meals, snacks and drinks designed for early years nutrition.

Foods and drinks developed with no added sugars, aligned with UK public health guidance for early years nutrition.

Products demonstrating innovation in formulation, texture, ingredients, packaging or nutritional delivery for babies and toddlers.