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Is Your Child a Picky Eater?

Offer praise

Even if it's just one nibble, congratulate your child ("I'm so glad you tried my yummy meatloaf - it's my favourite too"). For a picky eater, even one bite is a big deal. Then, ask them if they thought it was tasty. If they say "no" or shake their head, tell them it may take a few bites before they notice the delicious flavor.

Above all, don't scold your child or get mad if they don't eat new things right away. Some kids just need a little more time to try new foods. Eating should be a pleasurable experience – for everyone.

Meet our experts:

Cheryl Tallman & Joan Ahlers
In raising their children, these two sisters became tired of the search for all-natural, hassle-free ways to feed their children. In 2002 they developed their own products and launched Fresh Baby, a product line that includes homemade baby food kits, baby food cookbooks, baby food and other items. Fresh Baby was selected by Entrepreneur Magazine as a "Hot Company to watch" in 2004. They have also won an iParenting award and were finalists in the 2004 Natural Products awards. You can visit their company at FreshBaby.com