Toddler Tip of the Day

Self-feeding can begin as early as six months, as soon as baby can pick up bits of mashed potato or banana, well-cooked thin carrot slices or baby peas, or similar soft foods.

From: wccip.org

Tags: food, diet, motor skills

Provide high fiber fruits such as apples, pears and prunes. Fruits are a painless way to add fiber to your toddler’s diet.

From: ehow.com

Tags: diet, food, toddler

Introduce very soft food in small amount on tip of spoon before seven months, to accustom infant to its feel.

From: wccip.org

Tags: baby, food

Toddlers should not be allowed to eat multiple snacks throughout the day. Multiple snack times tend to suppress their appetite for regular meals, which tend to be more balanced.

From: about.com

Tags: food, diet, snacks

Cooking is both fun and educational and even children as young as two can get involved.

Depending on your toddler’s age let her help and don’t worry too much about how the final product will look or even taste, concentrate on the actual putting it together part.

As you’re mixing the ingredients tell your toddler what you’re doing. Name out each ingredient and measurement out loud and once you finish enjoy your delicious homemade treats.

From: kinderinfo.com

Tags: food, activity

Check the nutrition information on the box and avoid cereals high in sugar.

Oatmeal, raisin bran, fat-free granola, Cheerios and shredded wheat are good choices. If your child is used to sugary cereals, gradually mix in healthier cereals while reducing the proportion of the sweeter stuff.

From: childrentoday.com

Tags: diet, food

When teaching your little one to eat with a spoon, practice is the key.

Although your child is probably familiar with the idea of eating off a spoon, the concept of using the utensil on his own is completely new.

From: toddlerstoday.com

Tags: food, motor skills, eating

Tips on how to change and feed your toddler’s eating habits, from changing parenting attitudes to changing utensils.

From: parentingmytoddler

Tags: food, tips

Many people assume if their 2 year old has teeth, they can’t choke on a grape.

Most kids that age don’t choke due to a lack of chewing ability but rather if they are not securely seated when eating they can get distracted, running around, see a toy or another child and choke because they are not paying attention. The recommended age for no longer needing to cut up food is 4.

From: luckymom.com

Tags: choking, danger, first aid

Try to set times for snacks and meals.

Do not serve snacks when it’s almost time for a meal. If a child has a diminished appetite during a meal, he may not be too willing to eat during meal times.

From: gagazine.com

Tags: food, snacks