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Baby / Feeding
Toddler Nutrition
Changing appetites, picky eating, and balance
Growth slows after the first year. Many parents notice that toddlers eat less some days, eat more on other days, and have changing appetites. This is normal. Think about balance across a week rather than a single meal.
Aim to offer a variety of
- check_circleFruits
- check_circleVegetables
- check_circleProteins
- check_circleGrains
- check_circleHealthy fats
Picky eating
Many toddlers go through selective eating phases — favourite foods changing, refusal of previously loved foods, and strong opinions about meals. This is extremely common.
Helpful strategies
- check_circleOffer foods repeatedly.
- check_circleAvoid pressure.
- check_circleEat together when possible.
- check_circleLet children see others enjoying food.
Try to avoid
- check_circleForcing bites
- check_circleUsing food as a reward
- check_circleCreating power struggles