Young children are naturally cautious about new foods and may need many exposures before accepting them.
Create positive and enjoyable mealtime experiences, and set realistic expectations that match your child's developmental stage.
Serve foods your child already knows and enjoys alongside new foods to encourage exploration.
Children are more likely to try new foods when they help choose, prepare, or serve them.
Even small steps, like touching or smelling a food, are signs of progress toward accepting new foods.
Download the Picky Eating Survival Guide for practical tips and proven strategies to help your child develop a healthy relationship with food.
