In my practice, I see many little toddlers and preschoolers who come to me and aren’t speaking or aren’t speaking as clearly as they should for their age. Many times I find out that this little one is also a picky eater, meaning they limit their diet to a few favorite foods, most of them […]
Feeding is (can be) Fun for Everyone!
Whether it’s someone who would rather eat macaroni and cheese 365 days a year than try something green, someone who’s idea of an exotic meal is a PB&J with crunchy Jif or someone who just doesn’t like the look of most foods, everyone knows at least one picky eater. Most finicky feeders are choosiest during […]
Guest Post – I Can Do it Myself: Messy Steps to Self Feeding
by Melanie Potuck Chapter Three Isaac’s grandmother diligently swiped his chin with the tip of the spoon after every bite, ensuring that no puree remained on his face. She kept a wet washcloth nearby for swiftly wiping down soiled fingers and the high chair tray should any food drip off the spoon. “He likes to […]