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Save this post for the next time you’re SO frustrated at a meal, and❗️STOP requiring your child to take a bite of their dinner… (And this is coming from a registered dietitian who used to believe in the “One Bite Rule.”) It can take up to 20 “exposures” to a food before your child will feel comfortable eating it. Forcing your child to take a bite can actually backfire because it removes their autonomy! The good news is an “exposure” can come in many different forms. Examples of food exposures include: -Growing or harvesting the food -Helping prepare the food -Seeing the food on the table -Playing with the food -Watching you eat a food -Learning about a food -Seeing their friends eat a food -Putting the food in their mouth and then spitting it back out -Taking a teeny tiny bite Focus on offering nutritionally balanced meals and a “safe food” for your child, then allow your child to decide whether or not they will eat. Keep offering new foods in a low-pressure environment and you might be surprised what your child will (eventually) be willing to eat. Mealtime will be so much more pleasant when you don’t have to fight about that one bite! Learn more tips to prevent and reverse picky eating: https://lnkd.in/gE8n5SGv Most importantly, remember: you’re doing great. It feels hard because it IS hard. You got this. You can do hard things. Happy eating adventures, Dietitian Ann P.S. Navigating picky eating and figuring out what to serve your family for dinner can feel overwhelming. Let us answer the question, “What’s for dinner?” - https://lnkd.in/gqrgKc-V #fuelyourfamily #eatyourveggies #pickyeaters #intuitiveeatingdietitian #divisionofresponsibility #recipesforkids #pickyeating #pickytoddler #pickyeaterproblems

Let's talk about an important aspect of our children's daily routine - food choices! Engaging in conversations about food allows kids to explore healthy choices while talking about what they like and don't like! Here are some ways you can ask your child "What did you eat today?" 🍎 What was your favorite meal today? 🍎 What snacks do you enjoy most throughout the day? 🍎 Are there any foods that you would like me to pack for you more often? 🍎 Is there something that you don't like eating as much recently? #parenting #parentcoach #parentingcoach #parentingapp

1 in 4 don't recognize or know the MyPlate image. This is a great, simple graphic that can help families make healthier eating choices. The new MyPlate Instagram is a great way to push out this resource. #chooseMyPlate #MyPlate #nutritioneducation #foodsecurity #nutritionsecurity #NHOC2024

It's squash season! Discover the numerous health benefits of squash with Rachel Dyckman, a registered dietitian specializing in IBD. Don't forget to check out our Gut-Friendly Recipe Finder tool with more than 500 easy, dietitian-approved, and scientifically vetted recipes for gut-friendly and nutritious meals. 🌟🥗 Dive in at the link below! ⬇️ bit.ly/3PQEUE0

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🌟 Ready to turn picky eaters into food adventurers? 🌟 Dive into the magic of strategic marketing, parental education, and vibrant mealtime environments to transform your family’s eating habits! 🥦 🚀 Discover how retailers and dietitians are teaming up to make nutritious foods not just accessible, but irresistible! Think creative meal ideas, playful food presentations, and tips for parents to spark a love for healthy eating. Check out our full article here! https://bit.ly/4e4yHOl #FoodieFamilies #PickyEaterNoMore #HealthyEatingFun #MarketingMagic #HealthandWellness

🌟 Join us for a chat using #HealthyKids to discuss strategies for promoting nutritious eating habits and empowering children to thrive! 🍎 Let's discuss! How can we make nutritious eating fun and accessible for children, ensuring they develop healthy habits for life? Share your thoughts: 1. Present vibrant fruits and vegetables in inventive ways 🍎🥕 2. Involve children in meal preparation and planning 🍳👩🍳 3. Make wholesome food enticing and easily accessible 🥒🥪 4. Make family meals a positive eating atmosphere. 🍽️💕 Join the conversation and share your ideas! #NutritionForKids #EmpowerHealth #HealthyHabits 🌈📚

Do you know how to encourage kids towards healthy eating habits? Teach them how to cook! When children are involved in preparing their own meals, they gain an understanding of where food comes from and they are more likely to try new foods. Developing their skills to make home-cooked meals can lead to healthier eating habits that benefit them for a lifetime. #kidsinthekitchen #healthyeating #farmtofork

Does thinking about kidney and dialysis friendly meal planning put you in a bad mood? Lori and Caitlin Harris, RD, know cooking can be daunting when you have kidney disease. Let them give you the scoop on how they make cooking fun, fast and fabulous! Their joy is contagious as they share how making even small changes in how you think about food can mean big payoffs for your taste buds and your health too! Listen in, and soon you’ll be on your way to serving up some of their favorite renal-friendly recipes. https://ow.ly/bUXq50RzKgY #MentalHealthMonth

This NNW we are encouraging you to connect in the kitchen. Invite friends over to cook and share a meal together. Get your kids in the kitchen, helping you with a few steps in the meal preparation! Not only will you keep the kids entertaining, you’re also teaching them life skills such as healthy eating, hygiene, encouraging creativity, reading, fine motor and mathematical skills. Plus, you’re connecting them with food in a positive way to ensure they nourish their body as they grow. Share with us your experiences in the kitchen. Send us how you’re using National Nutrition Week to connect in the kitchen. Need recipes inspiration – check our our amazing, healthy & nutritious recipe page #ConnectedandNourished #NNW2024 #NutritionNSW