NUTRITIONAL TIPS FOR TODDLERS

As your child continues to grow and develop, it may become more challenging to get your child to eat healthy foods and snacks. However, it's not impossible. The following are some techniques to encourage healthy eating among picky eaters:

Don't give up

It may take some time, but finicky babies may learn to like certain foods as they become more familiar with them. Keep trying!

Bribing is bad

Don't bribe your kids to eat good foods by offering rewards like dessert or being excused from the table. Eating healthfully should be its own reward.

Increase variety with familiarity

Your child is more likely to eat something new if it's paired with something he or she already likes.

Don't force food

Creating anxiety around mealtime is not the right approach to encourage healthy eating. Remember, patience is a virtue parents should practice!

Stock your pantry with healthy foods

Kids are more likely to choose healthy food options when they're readily available. (And you will, too!)

Practice what you preach

If you eat healthy meals and snacks, chances are your child will too.

Relax.

Remember, nobody's perfect! Just do the best you can to encourage healthy eating and relax. (You're doing just fine!)