February 2011
4 posts
Picky Eaters, Part 2
I always told myself before having children that I’d never have one of “those” children—you know, the ones who refuse to try new foods, who won’t eat fruits or vegetables, and who have a rather limited palate. I’ve discovered that parenthood is one big lesson in humility, and I must admit now that I do have one of “those” children—a picky eater.
Liam started out as a fantastic eater. Anything...
Picky Eaters, Part 1
“My child is such a picky eater!” I hear this phrase very commonly from parents at well visits. My next question: “Describe what you mean by picky.” Often, parents respond that their child has a good variety of food but “just doesn’t eat very much.” And most of the time, this scenario is completely normal and nothing about which parents should worry.
Children are good at regulating what they...
