Understanding Picky Eaters: Why Your Child Refuses to Eat Certain Foods and What to Do About It
Many parents, at some point in their parenting journey, has faced the challenge of a child pushing away a plate of lovingly prepared food. This guide aims to shed light on the intricate world of picky eating.
Is It Normal for a 5-Year-Old to be a Picky Eater?
Ah, the dinner table battle with a five-year-old. If you've been wondering why your child suddenly turns their nose up at foods they used to love, you're not alone. Let's dive into the world of picky eaters and understand what's going on.
Conquering Picky Eating: A Parent's Guide to Food Adventures
We understand the struggle of encouraging our little ones to try new foods. Join us on this epic quest as we share some tried-and-true tips to conquer picky eating and expand your child's culinary horizons!
Picky Eating in Children: Unraveling the Mystery of Fussy Little Eaters
Picky eating in children can be a puzzling adventure for parents, leaving you scratching your head and wondering what's causing all the food fuss. Fret not! We're here to decode the potential causes behind picky eating and shed some light on this common childhood behavior.
How Do I Know if My Child is a Picky Eater or Just Going Through a Phase?
Picky Eater or Passing Phase? So, you're wondering if your child's selective eating habits are a sign of being a full-fledged picky eater or just a temporary phase. Let's break it down:
Thank You! :)
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What is Palate Priming?
Acceptance of vegetables and other new foods is a multi-sensory experience for kids. Our goal is to slowly prepare and warm (prime) kids’ senses of smell and taste (derived from the palate) to the acceptance of flavors by early, repeated, and frequent exposures of the palate to those flavors.
Picky Eaters, The Finale!
We’re at the final of our Ten Tips for Getting Kids to Eat More Veggies. The final “E” in our mnemonic is for “EasyPeasie,” and gives us a chance to re-tell you the story of how we started all this dried veggie funny business in the first place! When my sister had to return to work and switch her youngest to formula, we didn’t want to lose the o...
Picky Eaters, Part 9!
Remember that a toddler’s reluctance to try new foods (“food neophobia”) is quite common, and that trial, multi-sensory exploration, and even refusal of food are all part of normal toddler development. Thus, most levels of “picky eater-ness” are normal!
Picky Eaters, Parts 7/8 – Alter texture!
Altering the texture of veggies can be a help to many little ones. Options are always great to have, and when it comes to the intersection of kids and veggies, this is no exception. So, thank goodness; there are lots of ways to alter veggie texture :) Here are a few…
Picky Eaters, Part 6 – Engage Them!
“Engage them” is another tip that may not require explanation but may require encouragement. We’re here for ya! There are lots of creative ways to get kids more veggie-engaged at mealtimes.
Picky Eaters, Part 5 – No Pressure
Continue to offer your veggies and veggie-hacks – gently. Don’t get discouraged by their eye-rolls toward, lack of eye contact with, and one arm swipes off the table of the veggies you present. You can do this and we’ll get ‘em there!