Many parents tell me that their child’s lunch often comes home from school not eaten. Here are some tips for encouraging your child to eat their lunch; have your child help you pack their lunch they can choose one item freely they can then choose between two less preferred foods then they can choose a colour…
Many parents feel the use of toys or tablets are a good distraction for a child who is a fussy eater. It is better to engage the child in food exploration to maintain their interest. This corn on the cob may not be eaten but it can be poked and explored. It’s best to use…
Summer is a great time to introduce fresh veggies. Be bold and offer your toddler new adventures with vegetables. You never know how it will go
A great review on the purée pouches – pros, the cons and a few compromises in the great pouch debate among parents and those of us who treat clients with feeding challenges.
Hot dogs are one of the most common foods that kids choke on. Coach Mel gives you surprising tips on how to cut hot dogs so even the youngest kids can eat them safely.
Credit – My Munch Bug ; Melanie Potock
One to four year olds really only need two cups a day of milk. If your child fills up on milk then they will not have an appetite for food from the other food groups. Without hunger they will not be motivated to eat new foods. The best approach is food first then milk. You…
I presented on the research I conducted on parent satisfaction with feeding programs I designed to assist children with feeding challenges. The results indicate that parents were very satisfied with the feeding services and the children acquired improved feeding skill levels.
When your child is reluctant to try new foods bring them into the kitchen with a little creativity. Dress up is usually a favourite activity then pair it with cooking. It is important not to encourage eating the end result. A child will often take a few tastes as they are relaxed and having fun.…
Many toddlers enjoy spicy foods. We call them alerting or wake up foods. These flavours stimulate the taste buds which helps the child become more aware of the food. Don’t hesitate to offer the food you eat to your child. Tacos can be a great treat !
A baby’s first reaction to a new food is simply the recognition that it is different. The texture and taste might be a new experience. After 15 to 30 times tasting the new food will make it feel safe and predictable. Don’t give up!
