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Your 1-Year-Old Toddler: Week 22 Menu & Parenting Tips
Is mealtime turning into a battleground with your little one? Welcome to the picky eaters club! You might spend ages preparing a delicious lunch of penne pasta with steamed broccoli, crispy bacon, and Parmesan, only to watch your toddler send it flying to the floor for your eager dog, Max, to gobble up. Suddenly, that blue box of mac and cheese looks incredibly appealing!
To tackle picky eating, one effective strategy is to limit snacking. Keep those snacks out of sight, only bringing them out as a special treat to encourage good behavior. While some parents might chuckle at the idea of Bento Box meals, there’s merit in finding nutritious options that your child actually enjoys—even if it’s the same dish three times a day!
Establishing a consistent mealtime routine can also work wonders. Sure, your little one might engage in solo food battles for a while, using forks as weapons rather than tools for eating. And yes, whatever you place on the plate may end up smeared on their face or tossed to the dog, but you’re laying the foundation for healthy eating habits.
A friendly tip: sometimes it’s best to let your child take the reins during dinner. Allow them to pick the meal every now and then, even if it means indulging in something unconventional like hot dogs and banana pudding! For more insightful tips, check out this other blog post about navigating parenting challenges.
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In summary, embrace the chaos of toddlerhood—sometimes it’s about trial and error and letting your kiddo guide the experience. Keep it light, enjoy the journey, and remember that every meal is a step toward building healthy habits.