Picky eater

Picky eater

Picky eater

3-5 years
Article
Nov 28, 2017
5 mins

Picky eater? You’re not alone.

Does your little one want plain pasta for dinner every night? Or refuse to eat anything green? Toddlerhood can be challenging when it comes to setting up healthy eating habits for your child. Not all children are “picky eaters”, but for some, picky eating may show up around age 2 as they experience developmental changes and become more independent.

Take this interactive quiz to test your knowledge on handling your “Picky Eater.”

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