Jo Frost Instagram – It can take as much as 15 times for your little toddler to aquire a taste for the food you serve,it’s always best to serve with an accompanied dance partner at the food disco so there is a beautiful consistency in texture and taste. That being said your temperament should be served on the side of warmish like your toddlers food otherwise you risk getting into a power battle.
Distraction of small gestures of surprise and laughter can unlock your childs relentlessness, leading to them surprising themselves of how much they actually do like what you’ve served and in that moment of victory you silently take the win & proceed forward casually without the need to remind them what they’ve eaten. Some toddlers can’t handle the big emotional gesture, you will know best.
You normally have a 15- 20 min window before they lose focus so stay to task yourself parents. Eat too your example is golden.
Those with little Toddlers who exhibit signs of HSP,SPD watch for the patterns, the characteristic traits around meal times, they will guide you. For example
the textures,the size of food and remember your own mindset around meal times to help your child.
Note : Most importantly for ALL families of different ages, as a general rule, if you energetically feel agitated or rushed your child will sense this and push back,because they will think it’s them you are protecting on.
Bon Appétit . Jo xx
What is your experience around mealtimes parents?
#helpingfamiliesshine💫 | Posted on 09/May/2024 08:22:30