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If you have a picky eater on your hands, you’re not alone. Here are some tips to help your toddler develop healthy eating habits:
- Offer a variety of healthy options. Provide a variety of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains at each meal, and let your child choose what they want to eat.
- Avoid power struggles. Don’t force your child to eat, as this can create a negative association with mealtime. Instead, offer the food and let your child decide whether or not to eat it.
- Be patient. It can take up to 15 exposures to a new food before a child is willing to try it, so be patient and continue to offer a variety of healthy options.
Remember, it’s important to model healthy eating habits yourself, as children are more likely to adopt healthy habits when they see their parents doing the same.
