10 Tips for Picky Eaters Children s nutrition doesn t have to be frustrating. Consider these strategies to avoid power struggles and help the picky eater in your family eat a balanced diet. Has your child refused to eat anything other than chicken nuggets for the past two days? Or would your toddler rather play than eat anything at all? If children s nutrition is a sore topic in your household, you re not alone. Many parents worry about what their children eat and don t eat. However, most kids get plenty of variety and nutrition in their diets over the course of a week. Until your child s food preferences mature, consider these tips for preventing mealtime battles. No. 1: Respect your child s appetite or lack of one If your child isn t hungry, don t force a meal or snack. Likewise, don t bribe or force your child to eat certain foods or clean his or her plate. This might only ignite or reinforce a power struggle over food. In addition, your child might come to associate mealtime with anxiety and frustration. Serve small portions to avoid overwhelming your child and give him or her the opportunity to independently ask for more. No. 2: Stick to the routine Serve meals and sna
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