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Pear and Ginger muffins
(1 yr+)

A great snack idea using Toddler Milk.

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However, there may not be a cause for concern. Growth slows in the second year of life and toddlers may appear to eat less or be less interested in the food you offer. This is normal behaviour for many toddlers so try not to worry about how much food your toddler eats.

Make every mouthful count and continue to offer healthy choices. Remember, you decide what your toddler eats and when. Let your toddler decide how much to eat.

Here are some tips to help avoid fussy eating:

DO

  • Provide a range of colours and textures of food for variety.
  • Keep trying – it can take up to 10 tries for your toddler to accept a new food!
  • Reward positive behaviour with praise, a cuddle or a special (non-food) treat.
  • Decide what to serve your child – let them decide how much to eat.
  • Offer water to drink.
  • Have a relaxed casual attitude at mealtimes.
  • Eat well yourself and be physically active together as a family.
  • Continue if you are breastfeeding.

DON'T

  • Use food as a bribe or reward.
  • Force your child to ‘finish everything on their plate’.
  • Offer snacks close to meal times.
  • Substitute alternatives if your child won’t eat the prepared meal.
  • Take it personally if your toddler won’t eat what you have prepared.
  • Have ‘treat’ foods every day.
  • Show your own food dislikes, or your toddler will mimic you.
  • Use low fat foods for toddlers under 2 years of age, unless recommended by your doctor.

 

 
 
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