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Helping Picky Eaters

Are your kids picky eaters?

One of the struggles that we parents have with our children is their reluctance to eat. This reluctance can make you anxious and concerned, perhaps even drive you crazy! Instilling healthy eating habits isn't just about what foods you offer your child, but how, why and when you do so.

Here's how to set your child up for eating success:

  • SHOW, DON'T TELL. You can't expect your kids to eat well if you don't. Kids see what Mom and Dad do and they mimic it, so if you want your child to eat their peas, you should set the example and dig in yourself.
  • BE HONEST. If you tell your child that there is no zucchini in those muffins and your child finds out otherwise, he can't trust you. That's not to say you can't sneak in some veggies - just don't pretend they're not in there. After all, your child will never learn to embrace zucchini if he takes a bite, loves them, and never realizes what they are.
  • MAKE IT A MEAL. Eating should be a family experience with everyone enjoying the same foods together as often as schedules allow. Make minor modifications such as finely chopping hard-to-chew food, but avoid becoming the short-order cook.
  • OFFER OPTIONS. This lets children feel in control. If your child opts for broccoli over green beans, he's more likely to eat it.
  • REMAIN NEUTRAL. Enforcing the "clean-plate rule" or pressuring kids about food can lead to eating disorders and weight problems down the road. When you give children rewards for finishing their food, they'll learn that they're supposed to eat even if they're not hungry.

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Reply #2 on : Tue September 15, 2009, 23:18:27
When it was time to start Xavier out we opted to puree our own food and chose organic veggies and fruits. We didn't opt for the bland diet that some people say is for babies. He loves broccoli, prunes and will even eat a bell pepper while shopping for groceries!
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Reply #1 on : Tue September 15, 2009, 18:32:47
If my husband is eating French fries, my daughter definitely wants them. Because of this, we try to limit our junk food, hoping to set a better example for our daughter.