Picky eating can be tough for many parents, often causing frustration and stress during meals. Common advice like "Just try one bite," "If you eat broccoli, you get dessert," or "You can't leave the table until you finish your food" might seem helpful at first. Yet, these approaches often backfire, increasing anxiety and resistance in children . Instead of easing the struggle, they turn eating into a battleground. This post explores why typical advice can harm more than help

Starting solids is a significant milestone for your baby and for you as a parent. If you've found yourself searching for answers like "Which food comes first?" or "How much should my 6-month-old eat?", you're not alone. The internet is full of conflicting advice that can make this transition feel overwhelming. This post will help you understand when your baby is ready to start solids, what foods to offer first, and how to build a feeding schedule that fits your family’s needs

Read This Before You Hide It. Now that Halloween is over, families often find themselves staring at heaps of leftover candy. It's natural to want to hide it, toss it, or set strict limits to avoid a sugar overload. However, strict control over candy can do more harm than good. Why Hiding Candy Can Backfire When candy is labeled as “off-limits,” kids are more likely to: 🍬 Obsess over it 🤫 Sneak it when they think you're not looking 🍭 Overeat when they finally get a chance �

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For highly anxious or sensitive eaters, the usual advice ("just put it on the plate!") backfires by creating overwhelming stress. Mealtime shouldn't trigger a "fight or flight" response, but for some children, it does. They perceive the new food's smell, texture, or color as a genuine danger. As a dietitian, I want you to know: You haven't failed. Your child is simply having a sensory or anxiety response . When the brain views a food as a threat, no amount of pushing will he

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