At age five, children develop new taste preferences and seek autonomy, often leading to picky eating.
Involve your child in meal prep and offer choices to make meals more engaging without overwhelming them.
Forcing can create negative associations. Encourage tasting and offer a variety of foods without pressure.
Fun meals can work occasionally, but consistency and variety are key to avoiding meal-time battles.
Introduce new foods alongside familiar ones and praise small efforts to taste or explore them.
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When Your 5-Year-Old Becomes a Picky Eater: 4 Strategies That Work