{"id":1376,"date":"2016-10-02T22:25:11","date_gmt":"2016-10-02T22:25:11","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.daniellebinns.com\/stagingsite\/?p=1376"},"modified":"2018-04-02T21:37:11","modified_gmt":"2018-04-03T01:37:11","slug":"separate-meals-for-picky-eaters","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.daniellebinns.com\/stagingsite\/2016\/10\/separate-meals-for-picky-eaters\/","title":{"rendered":"Should we make separate meals for picky eaters?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Yes, our little ones\u00a0are special.\u00a0\u00a0 Every single one of them! \u00a0But should we make special and\u00a0separate meals for picky eaters?<\/p>\n

However,\u00a0it doesn’t mean that moms and dads should\u00a0go out of their way to make alternate meals\u00a0just for them…and then have to whip up\u00a0another meal to suit the rest of the family. \u00a0Let’s talk about how to handle\u00a0separate meals for picky eaters.<\/p>\n

The survey says…<\/span><\/h3>\n

1 in 4 children who are “picky eaters” continue\u00a0to be picky as adults.<\/strong>\u00a0 In other words, 25% do not outgrow their reluctance to try new foods unless the right mealtime strategies are used. (Source<\/a>). \u00a0And unfortunately, preparing the same few favourite foods and separate meals is one sure way to limit their exposure and ability to grow out of picky eating.<\/p>\n

So, from one mom (with a former picky eater) to another….I have to tell you that it’s super important we set our kids up for healthier eating habits\u00a0sooner than later. \u00a0That’s exactly why I show parents exactly how to do this (step-by-step) in the 6-week online program – The Picky Eater Protocol<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Alternate meals can backfire<\/span><\/h3>\n

Pressure is one of the biggest reasons why\u00a0our kids don’t eat well. \u00a0Often parents are surprised when I pinpoint things they innocently say or do. \u00a0 Things that I did at most meals, unaware they were making things worse.<\/p>\n

Preparing separate meals for our picky eaters can actually put pressure on them\u00a0to eat it. \u00a0 Even more so if\u00a0we say “L<\/em>ook what mom made JUST for you<\/i>“. \u00a0\u00a0The interpretation for most kids will be this: \u00a0“Gosh, mommy made this just for me. \u00a0That means I have to eat it or she will be disappointed.” \u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

But what if they ASK for an alternate\u00a0meal?<\/span><\/h3>\n

Even if your child requests\u00a0pasta for dinner, you might not make it the way they want it (the pasta is too soft, has too much or too little sauce). Or by the time you make it they’ve decided that’s not what they want. \u00a0 Kids are unpredictable.<\/p>\n

Learning to eat is like learning to ride a bike.<\/span><\/h3>\n

Assume\u00a0we only let our child ride a tricycle (because that’s what they are comfortable with). \u00a0How would\u00a0they learn to ride a two-wheeler? \u00a0 We need to give them a chance to try\u00a0a bike with training wheels, then without. \u00a0And with multiple tries and some stumbles, they gain confidence and figure out\u00a0how to ride.<\/p>\n

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The same theory applies for meals. \u00a0Lots of exposures and stretching beyond their comfort zone will help our little ones\u00a0expand their variety of foods. \u00a0How do\u00a0they learn to like new foods if they only get plain pasta and grilled cheese?<\/p>\n

What to do instead\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

We all want our children to grow up with a healthy repertoire of foods. \u00a0 So it’s essential that we expose them to more than chicken nuggets and yogurt.<\/p>\n

Know your role. \u00a0<\/strong>You are responsible of WHAT is served at every meal. \u00a0We can give kids a choice once in a while but things don’t usually turn out well (they change their minds and we get frustrated after putting in the effort).\u00a0 I show you what to say and do at every<\/span> meal in this free Picky Eating Solutions Webinar<\/a>\u00a0coming soon.\u00a0 Click here<\/a> to get on the wait list and get ready to learn a ton.<\/p>\n

Make one meal for\u00a0your family. \u00a0<\/strong>The\u00a0goal is for everyone to eat what is offered – the same meal. \u00a0As long as there is something there your child can eat as well and in a decent quantity. \u00a0Be it carrots, crackers, hummus, applesauce, etc. \u00a0Placing these favourites on the table will\u00a0help (a) your child feel comfortable coming to the table and (b)\u00a0give you peace of mind that there is always something there they can eat. \u00a0They don’t have\u00a0to eat or even touch the new foods. \u00a0Just getting them on the table is a step in the right direction.<\/p>\n

Get some recipe inspiration. \u00a0<\/strong>If you’re not sure of what types of meals to make,\u00a0grab this 5-Day Meal Plan for Picky Eaters<\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong>It includes breakfast, lunch, dinner and snack recipes that are simple to make. \u00a0And delicious!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Yes, our little ones\u00a0are special.\u00a0\u00a0 Every single one of them! \u00a0But should we make special and\u00a0separate meals for picky eaters? 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