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Picky Eaters
Division of Responsibility: The Game-Changing Strategy for Picky Eating
Learn how to use the division of responsibility to help improve picky eating, whether you have a toddler, kid, or teen. Plus, strategies to implement this picky eating strategy. How many different kinds of picky eating advice have you heard in trying to help...
The Parent’s Guide to Sensory Processing Issues
Sensory processing is a critical part of every child's development, but some kids have sensory processing issues that can impact every area of their life. Find out exactly what sensory processing is and when to be concerned about sensory issues. Have you been...
9 Tricks to Get Your Child Eating Vegetables with no Drama
How to get your child to eat vegetables when they refuse, without bribing or tricking. Find 9 of the best strategies for when your child or toddler won’t eat vegetables. If I had a dollar for every time I heard, "My child won't eat...
Natural Weight Gain Smoothie Recipe for Kids
Worried about your child's weight? Try this easy healthy high calorie weight gain smoothie recipe that's specifically designed for toddlers and kids. Help picky eaters to gain weight! Affiliate links used below. Affiliate links used below. See our full...
Everything You Need to Know About Feeding Therapy
What is feeding therapy? Does your child or toddler need therapy, and if so, how do you get a feeding evaluation for them? Get answers from a feeding specialist! For well over a decade, a big part of my job as an occupational therapist was doing feeding therapy with...
5 Ways to Stop Mealtime Tantrums for Toddlers and Kids
Tantrums during meal time can leave you feeling drained and frustrated, but there's a way to stop mealtime tantrums and teach your toddler or child to come to the table for meals without all the drama! When I talk about picky eating, teaching babies to eat, or simply...
Turning My Picky Eater Around: An Easy to Follow Plan
Reverse picky eating with this step by step plan from an OT and mom, perfect for toddlers, 3 year olds, 4 year olds, and up through the school age years! I’m a pediatric occupational therapist that has spent my career helping kids with picky eating. But, the...
5 Important Signs That A Child Might Be Struggling With Anxiety
Could your child have anxiety? Learn 5 sneaky signs of anxiety in children from an expert therapist so you can help your child. Affiliate links used below. See our full disclosure. When my son was 7, he showed his first sign of anxiety and I missed it. I, the...
8 Ways to Help Your Child Sit Still to Eat!
Learn how to get your child to sit still for dinner, lunch, or any meal whether they’re 2, 3, 4, 5, or 6+ years old with these tricks from an occupational therapist! Affiliate links used below. See our full disclosure. Do you have a kiddo that flees...
8 Secret Strategies for Sensory Issues with Food
Why do children have sensory food aversions? And, how can you help them overcome sensory issues with food? Get the answers and 8 simple strategies... Affiliate links used below. See our full disclosure. From the very beginning of Your Kid's Table, I have...
5 Reasons Kids Refuse to Eat
Feel like you're banging your head against the wall trying to figure out why your child won't eat anything or refuses to eat at all? There are real reasons and ways you can help picky eater kids. Learn how from a feeding expert and mom. Affiliate...
Everything Oral Sensory Processing: Activities and Input Ideas
Learn everything you need to know about oral sensory processing: oral sensory seeking activities, sensory diet ideas, calming benefits for picky eaters, sensory seekers and sensory sensitivities! Affiliate links used below. See our full disclosure. Thank you to...
How to Get Your Kid to Eat Meat
Wondering how to get your kid to eat meat, if they are getting enough protein, or which meats your child will like best? Learn tricks for kids who don’t like meat. Meat is a mealtime staple that adds protein, nutrients, and a variety of flavor and texture to...
Picky Eater Tips for Older Kids
Finally, some tips that can help older picky eaters who didn’t grow out of picky eating, for ages 6-12 year olds, teens, and even picky adults to try new foods. "What about my child that's older, will these picky eating strategies work?" It's a question I've...
How Much Milk Should A Toddler Drink? (Parent Guide)
Do toddlers stop drinking milk? How much milk does a 1 year old need? Or, a 2 year old? Get the answer, plus the best sippy cup for milk! In the first year of a baby’s life, milk is a big deal! As parents, we learn very quickly from everything we read and are...
Healthy Kid-Friendly Meals For Picky Eaters
25+ healthy meals for picky eaters that are easy and kid friendly. Free PDF printable with meal ideas! We've all done it. You're scrolling on social media with hopeful excitement and see a super healthy meal that any picky eater will supposedly eat. You decide it...
Dabbldoo Review: Fun Tools to Help Kids Eat New Foods
Picky eating can feel like a huge burden on parents, but Dabbldoo's fun food picks and brush are helpful tools to help kids explore and eat new foods! I’m proud to say that Dabbldoo is sponsoring this post, because their mealtime tools are one of a kind. Affiliate...
8 Tips for the Child that Won’t Eat Anything But Junk Food!
Help, my child won't eat anything but junk food! Learn how to get kids to eat healthy with 8 little known tips and tricks while keeping your sanity... I couldn't even guess how many times I've had a parent tell me, "My child won't eat anything but junk food."...
Take the Test: What Type of Picky Eater is Your Child?
How much of a picky eater is your child? Should you be worried? Take this picky eating test to find out! Think you have a picky eater? Everyone seems to have their own definition of what qualifies as a picky eater. But, there's a wide range of picky eating and...
Why Your Doctor Might Be Wrong About Your Child’s Picky Eating…
Be wary of this dangerous advice about kids that are VERY picky eaters from your child's doctor. Learn what signs to look for and what you can do if you aren't getting the help you need... I wish I could say this rarely happens. That it's a fluke, but in...
Pocketing Food Strategies and Causes in Kids
Learn exactly what pocketing food is, strategies for how to move past it, and why kids, toddlers, and even babies will pocket their food! She said, "My daughter does this really weird thing... she doesn't swallow her food and holds it in her mouth, sometimes...
7 Fun Ways to Serve Watermelon to Kids
Discover the benefits of watermelon for kids and 7 fun and easy ways to serve watermelon to kids that will have them gobbling it up! Affiliate links used below. See our full disclosure. Want to get your kid interested in watermelon and have some...
30+ Tongue Tie Signs and How to Treat Them
Tongue ties in babies and kids 101! Learn signs of tongue ties and how to treat them if they’re affecting your kids eating, speech, or more. Frequently in my work as an occupational therapist, I’ve told parents to consider a tongue tie when their child was...
10 Ways to Keep Your Kid Hydrated
Learn how to help kids stay hydrated, what their water intake should be every day, best hydrations drinks for kids, and signs of dehydration in this complete guide! Affiliate links used below. See our full disclosure. Ever wonder if your kid is...
15 Handy Lunch Ideas for Picky Eaters at School or Home
Get these easy home or school lunch ideas for picky eaters with lots of no cook healthy options that are totally do-able! When you have a picky eater, lunch time can feel a little monotonous as you serve the same few foods day after day. You want your child to...
Food Aversion Explained: Causes, Treatment, & Support
Learn what a food aversion is, how it affects toddlers and kids, and when it's a sensory food aversion! Some kids utterly refuse to eat a particular food(s), often the foods parents consider "healthy". Or, they're disgusted by strong smells and have food...
12 Feeding Goals for Picky Eaters
Get inspired with the list of feeding goals for picky eaters that's perfect for OT's and speech therapists that are providing pediatric feeding therapy! If you've found your way here from a Google search as an occupational therapist (OT) or a speech-language...
8 Big Feeding Red Flags for Babies and Toddlers
Is your baby or toddler gagging on foods all of a sudden? Does your toddler chew food and spit it out? Or, your baby won't put food in their mouth? Find out what's normal and what's not from a pediatric occupational therapist. One of the most popular reasons...
5 Ways to Protect Your Child From Diet Culture
Kids are bombarded with images and talk about body image, learn how to protect your child from diet culture so they can have a "healthy" body image throughout their life! The pressure to be thinner is felt by all of us–from parents and grandparents to kids as young as...
Dear Schools, Please Stop Using These Outdated Tricks to Get Kids to Eat Lunch
A special message to schools trying to help picky eater kids at lunch. What to avoid that often makes kids eating worse and what you can do instead! My heart skipped a beat, and then my jaw clenched as I read yet another story of a school using rewards to...
8 Tips for Kids that Won’t Eat Breakfast Before School
Are you frustrated and worried about your kids that won't eat breakfast? Find out if you need to be worried, and 8 powerful tips that could help your child get some food in their belly before school. Affiliate links used below. See our full disclosure....
What is Pediatric Feeding Disorder (PFD)? A Diagnosis for Extreme Picky Eaters
Learn exactly what this new diagnosis of Pediatric Feeding Disorder (PFD) means for picky eater kids, how it differs from ARFID, and how to help kids overcome PFD with ways that align that with positive parenting. Have you heard the news? As of October 1st,...
12 Healthy Snack Alternatives to Maximize Kid’s Nutrition
Try these 12 different healthy snacks for kids that require no prep from you! They're perfect for the crunchy carb-loving picky eater kid and any family that wants to get the most nutrition possible out of easy snack foods! Affiliate links used below. See our...
The Best Holiday Gifts for Fun in the Kitchen with Kids!
Get inspired with 25+ awesome Christmas gift ideas for kids with fun in the kitchen! This holiday guide is perfect for picky eater kids, cooking with kids, and making mealtimes fun. Affiliate links used below. See our full disclosure. Would you LOVE...
How to Use Food Chaining to Expand Your Picky Eater’s Diet
What is food chaining? Get the answer and learn what ages it's best for and how to use this effective feeding therapy strategy to help any kid, especially picky eaters, learn to eat new foods. She posted a picture of lamb souvlaki, complete with...
4 Ways to Help Your Picky Eater When You’re Utterly Exhausted
Learn 4 simple things you can do to help your picky eater, even if you're tired, exhausted, and feel like you have nothing left to give. There's still hope and helping your child is do-able... When my son's eating was at it's worse, I had two kids under the age...
Why Some Kids Gag and Throw Up When They Eat or Even Look at Food!
Does your kid gag or throw up when they look at, touch, or taste a new or different food? It seems odd and is worrisome, but it's critical to understand why your child is gagging/vomiting and how you can help them! Your heart skips a beat when you see your...
3 Tricks to Get Kids to Eat WITHOUT Their Tablet or TV
It can be a serious stressor when your child will only eat if they're distracted by a screen! There's a way to help them learn how to eat without any screens, try these 3 tricks today... Will your child ONLY eat if they're distracted by a tablet that's...
Why We Shouldn’t Blame Parents for Their Kid’s Picky Eating
Have you or somebody else blamed your kid's picky eating on YOU? Think again, because parents often aren't the reason for their kid's picky eating. Learn why and how we can help parents of picky eaters. Give her what you're making for dinner and if she doesn't eat it,...
Surprisingly Delicious + Healthy Homemade Kale Chips: A Perfect After School Snack!
Kale is an amazing super food and this kale chips recipe is a perfect way to get it into your kids, even if they're a picky eater. Enjoy these kale chips as an after school snack or side dish! In the chaos of getting a 4 year old out of the door after a...
Chocolate Dipped Fruit Pops: An easy healthy dessert recipe for kids
Try this delicious and easy healthy dessert for kids... chocolate dipped fruit pops. Two different ways to make them and only 2 main ingredients, you probably have what you need to make them right now! Kid got a sweet tooth, and you want some healthy...
5 Quick Tricks for the Toddler that Won’t Eat Dinner
Help, my toddler won't eat dinner! We've got you covered with 5 quick tricks you can start using right away to help your toddler at the dinner table. Plus, some toddler approved dinner ideas too. Little Jack was lifted into his highchair while his mom...
47 Different Dips to Try with Your Picky Eater
Discover how to use dips to help picky eaters actually eat new foods and get inspired with 47 different dip ideas that you can try with your picky eater. You'll learn what to do if they refuse, too! Affiliate links used below. See our full disclosure. My...
How to Travel Stress Free with Your Picky Eater
Learn 9 easy tricks to travel and go on vacation stress free with a picky eater for your next trip. And, take advantage of a couple of simple ways to get your kid trying new foods while on vacation! Vacation is supposed to be relaxing, but with a major...
Kid-Approved Chicken Skewers: A Healthy Protein They’ll Devour!
This chicken skewers for kids recipe is not only delicious, it's kid-approved. Even picky eater approved! This recipe has a few special tricks that will get kids asking for more... One thing I hear from Your Kid's Table followers ALL THE TIME is that they...
How to Get Picky Eaters Playing With Food So They’ll Eat MORE!
Learn dozens of ways to set up and encourage your child to play with their food so that they eat new and different foods! Playing with food is one of my favorite strategies as an occupational therapist... Are you cringing at the thought of your child...
5 Ways to Ease Your Child’s Constipation
Constipation has become common in children, and not only is it uncomfortable, but it also can affect what and how much food a child eats! Learn how to ease your kids constipation so they can eat and feel well... For kids who are selective eaters, getting in...
Does Your Kid Have Table Manners? What You Need to Worry About and When
Learn what kids table manners your child "should" have and at what age. Plus, when you should consider exceptions to some of the most popular kids table manners! Lay your napkin on your lap, put your pinky out when taking a polite sip of water, and place...
How to Decrease Screen Time for Kids in 3 Easy Steps
How much is too much screen time for kids? And, how the heck do you actually get them to cut back on that much loved screen time? Find out how by using 3 simple steps you can literally do today! Smart phones, tablets, TV's, and computers surround most of our...
7 Day Easy Peasy Meal Plan for Kids + Families
Want a 7-day meal plan for kids that includes meals for breakfast, lunch, snack, and dinner time? Find these easy, do-able, and healthy recipes inside that are perfect for the whole family! Another day, another dinner to make. Does anyone else feel that...
Want Your Kid to Eat Better? Try These 7 Things That Work Like A Charm
Want to make the most out of mealtime with your kid and have them eating well and trying new foods? I thought so. Check out these 7 insider tips to try today... Who doesn't love some down-right simple hacks to get your kid eating different food, and to decrease...
Green Bean Recipe That Kids Will Chow Down On!
Try this crazy simple way to cook green beans for kids! Learn the special twist to preparing green beans so that your kid comes back for more. Perfect for picky eaters too, with just 5 minutes of prep time. If you're like most parents, you wish your kids would...
How to Get Kids to Eat Casseroles and Mixed Foods
It's not at all uncommon for kids to refuse to eat casseroles and other mixed foods. Get 3 simple steps to help your child learn how to eat a casserole, plus another way to serve a casserole that could have your kid gobbling it up... Have you ever noticed that...
When Your Kid Says They “Don’t Like” a Food, Say This
Does your kid claim to "not like" many foods? Don't miss exactly what to say the next time they declare they don't like a food, it will totally turn the tables on them and even leave them open to trying a new food! I hear it all the time. A parent begins to...
How to Go Gluten-Free / Dairy-Free With a Picky Eater
Does your child need to go on a gluten free and/or dairy free diet, but they're a picky eater and you have no idea how to make that a reality? There's a way! Check out this step by step approach... Having a picky eater is stressful enough, but trying to get...
Crispy Whole Roasted Cauliflower Recipe: A Perfect Veggie Recipe for Kids
Learn how to make a delicious whole roasted cauliflower recipe that kids, and even picky eaters, will love. It's unique, easy, and only has a few simple ingredients! Not too long ago, my husband was flipping through a recipe book a friend had passed along to...
7 Questions From Parents of Picky Eaters: Answered by a Feeding Therapist
Parenting a picky eating can leave you with lots of questions. Find out the answers to 7 common picky eating questions! There's about a million questions when you have a picky eater. I get it. Picky eating is stressful and it can cause battles with your child...
My 5 Favorite Gateway Foods for Picky Eaters
Frustrated that your picky eater won't eat any new foods? I got you, check out my 5 favorite gateway or new foods for picky eaters that can get them eating even more new foods including vegetables and protein! Let me be perfectly clear, there is no one food...
How to Stop Short Order Cooking for Your Kid
Ever feel stuck making multiple meals for your family, but don't know how to get out of it? Learn how to stop short order cooking for your kid, even if they're a picky eater with these 5 simple steps! Every night many families make multiple dinners.... One for...
3 Ways to Tell If You Have a Good Feeding Therapist
Got a feeding therapist? Need one? Or, maybe you are one? Learn 3 things every good feeding therapist does in feeding therapy, and what to do if a feeding therapist isn't working out. Some kids are extreme picky eaters and mealtimes are stressful. They may only...
How to Help Teenage Picky Eaters Eat Different Foods
"Help, my teenager refuses to eat what I cook!" While it can be frustrating to still have a picky eater when your child is a tween or teen, there's a lot you can do to help them eat new foods. Learn how with these 5 powerful tips... You've been told, and...
7 Mealtime Rituals That Keep Kids at the Table Longer
Get 7 simple ways to help keep your child seated at the table longer so they stop getting up or only eat for a few minutes! Don't miss this if you've got a busy toddler or a picky eater. It's probably one of the most common questions I get asked here on Your Kid's...
5 Weight Gain Tips for Picky Kids & Toddlers
Learn 5 ways to safely increase weight gain for kids. A must read for parents of picky eaters or babies and toddlers that are refusing food. Get weight gain recipes and high calorie ingredients too! Affiliate links used below. When your child doesn't eat well...
How to Wean Your Child From Tube Feedings to Eating By Mouth
Does your child have an ng-tube or g-tube so that they can get the calories and nutrients they need? Kids that have a feeding tube can learn to eat and chew! Get the step-by-step how-to instructions for weaning from tube feedings. Affiliate links used below. ...
3 Summer Dinner Ideas That Will Get Kids Eating New Foods
Snag these 3 easy and fun dinner ideas to use with your family on a summer day for dinner. They're clever and may just have your child reaching to try a new food. It can be tricky to get kids to try new foods, especially picky eaters. But, we can leverage an...
The Picky Eater Approved Chicken Nugget Recipe
Want your picky eater to eat meat or chicken? I've used this recipe to get my own kids, and many others, eating meat because of a special, but easy, technique. Find out what it is and the best way to serve your picky eater. There are two types of food that most...
Her Picky Eater Ate New Foods Because of This Surprising Trick
Learn what this mother of an extreme picky eater did to help her daughter learn to eat new foods and the surprising trick that made her fast track her progress! I've invited a guest onto the blog with me today. Her name is Heather, she's a mom and has a...
How to Prevent Siblings From Becoming Picky Eaters, Too
Picky eaters can have a big influence on their brothers and sisters at the dinner table. Learn 4 ways to prevent siblings from falling into the same picky eating habits! If you've already got one picky eating kid in the family, the last thing you want is 2 or 3...
Why Picky Eaters Are Fixated on White and Beige Foods Only!
It might seem strange, but it's common for picky eaters to eat only white or beige foods and refuse most other colors of food. But, there's a good reason why and ways to get them eating more colors of the rainbow... It was pretty exciting. A big...
Clever Foods to Try With Picky Eaters
A mega list of easy and healthy foods for picky eaters so that you can mix up those meals that are the same day in and day out, and help them learn to eat new and different foods without a battle. Affiliate links used below. See our full disclosure. Foods...
9 Tricks for Kids That Hate Brushing Their Teeth
I hear from parents all the time, "Help, my child won't brush her teeth!" Discover why and get 9 powerful tips to help your child move past the refusals, battles, and tantrums quick. Affiliate links used below. It's a non-negotiable. It doesn't matter how...
No Trouble Baked Potato Skin Recipe for Picky Kids
Yummy baked potato skins that your whole family will love, even picky eaters. Simple and nutritious as a side dish or appetizer! Print out the recipe... A lot of people assume that my kids gobble loads of veggies and lean proteins at every meal because I'm a...
Does Your Picky Eater Have Sensory Issues?
Many picky eaters are selective about textures because of their sensory processing, but is sensory affecting other areas of their life? Find out if it is and what you can do today to help them... Before she even started class, she told me, "I don't think her...
7 Tips to Get Picky Eaters Eating the School Lunch
It's such a bummer when picky eaters won't eat the school lunch! But, it's possible for your picky eating kiddo to learn to eat the lunch that's provided. Check out these 7 tips to learn how.... Sometimes you don't have a choice. Some daycare's actually mandate...
What If Your Child Wasn’t Anxious About Food Anymore?
Ever wonder if and why your child is anxious with food? It's complicated, but in this post I'm simplifying it and giving you 5 steps to help your child out of that fear of food. Has your kid ever come to the table and not only didn't want to eat anything...
5 Holiday Meal Ideas That Picky Eaters Will Love
Check out these 5 slam dunk holiday family meals that your picky eater will devour and the rest of the family will enjoy too! Leave the worries about what your kid will eat this holiday behind. If you've got a picky eater, they you already struggle on...
5 Tips for Parents That Are Picky Eaters Too!
How can you help your child picky eater when the parent is an adult picky eater? Learn how adults can learn to enjoy new foods even after a lifetime of being picky and how to make sure your picky eating doesn't make your child's any worse! If you've got...
Must-Know Pros & Cons of Using Baby Food Pouches
As a parent, you have to weigh out baby food pouches vs. jars when it's time to feed your baby or toddler, but there's some pros and cons to both that you've got to be aware of first! Her text read: Is it okay for Marin to eat baby food pouches? She eats...
Scrumptious Gluten Free Meatball Recipe for the Whole Family
Forget that gluten free meatball recipe that tastes like cardboard and try this juicy delicious recipe that you'd never guess is GF! It's perfect for kids and you'll find tips for picky eaters, toddlers, and babies too. Meatballs are a great table...
The Magic Foods I Got My Picky Eater to EAT!
Want to know what foods to get your picky eater to eat first? Well, let me show you how I got my extreme picky eater loving all kinds of meats and adding vegetables to his diet too! Can I be honest with you? There's a question I dread being asked as an...
Why You Shouldn’t Use the “Try-It” Bite Rule with Picky Eaters
The Try-It-Bite Rule is a popular picky eating tip, but does it really work? This feeding therapist is weighing in and letting you know why it may do more harm than good. I love Pinterest and use it all the time for recipes, decorating, and travel tips....
Are Super Picky Eaters Doomed to Eat Badly for Life?
Is your picky eater so extreme with what they will and won't eat that you wonder if there's any hope for them to actually eat new or different foods? Find out if that's true from a pediatric occupational therapist. "Nothing has helped, I've...
Letting Go of the Worry and Stress of Having a Child That’s a Picky Eater
The weight of worry and guilt when you have a picky eater can be crippling! Find out how a mom of an extreme picky eater turned it all around! Have you ever felt the heavy worry of wondering if your child is getting enough nutrition or if they're...
5 Tips That Gave Me More Time to Help My Picky Eater
Life is busy and it can be hard to make the time to help picky eaters learn like to new foods. Check out these 5 hacks to make progress with your picky eater do-able. Picky eating is a big vague term that we use describe everything from a child that...
How to Believe in Yourself When You’re Tired, Stressed, and Overwhelmed With a Picky Eater
As parents, we often feel totally wiped out and pushed past our limit. How can we help our picky eater when we feel like that? Let me show you how to start believing you can help them learn to eat new foods... Have you realized that getting a picky eater...
Mindfulness Activities for Kids With a Poor Appetite
Does your child seem to have no appetite and never get hungry no matter what you do? These mindfulness activities can help them tune into their hunger in a brand new way. Your child is incredibly active, always on the go. You wait hours before offering...
How to Increase Your Child’s Appetite So They Want to Eat
Want to know how to increase appetite in a child? Find out 5 different tips to help your child want to eat so that you can enjoy meals and end that stressful worry! She took a deep breath before she yelled, "It's time for dinner!" She knew what the...
Low Sugar Snacks That You Can Feel Good About Serving
Want to feel good about the snacks you're feeding your child? Try these 21 different low sugar snacks for kids that you can pull together easily and quickly! Sugar. It's hidden in many of the foods we eat, especially the ones that are marketed towards...
How to Resolve a Parenting Disagreement So Your Child Gets the Help They Need
Frustrated and feel like you'll never get your spouse on board with how you want to parent your child or address problems they're facing? Learn 3 simple ways to end the fighting and finally get on the same page. At one time or another, most kids...
Why Getting Sick Can Snowball Into Picky Eating
When a child goes through a significant illness, there can be an unforeseen side effect that can last for years. Learn why this happens and how to prevent it with your child. Eating wasn't going great to begin with, but I was hopeful. He was only 8...
How to Get Kids Eating at Meals Instead of Snacking All Day
Wish your kid ate less snacks and more at meals? Learn how to help them with these 8 steps that will have your kid hopping into their chair and staying out of the crackers in no time! We all do it, right? As soon as our baby is able to eat those little...
13 Tasty High Fiber Foods That Kids Will Gobble Up
How about some high fiber foods for kids that they'll actually eat to not only increase their overall nutrition, but also help keep them regular in the bathroom and avoid constipation! You probably haven't given fiber for your child much thought unless...
Why Hiding Veggies in Your Kid’s Food is a Mistake
What if hidden veggie recipes caused more harm than good for kids eating? Find out what you can do instead to help teach your kid to enjoy vegetables throughout their whole life without making picky eating any worse than it already is. Long before I had...
5 Fun Ways to Grow Closer to Your Child During Dinner
Getting dinner on the table day in and day out can be exhausting, but it's worth it. Check out these benefits to sitting down as a family and learn 5 easy ways to connect even more with your child in the process! I have a confession to make, lately I've been dreading...
Are You Taking Picky Eating Personally? This is Why You Shouldn’t…
When your child's diet is so limited and mealtimes are a battleground on the daily, it's hard not to start to take it personal, but doing so can actually make it harder to make progress and help your child. Learn how to leverage those feelings instead! When it comes...
Will Your Child Outgrow Picky Eating: The Surprising Truth
It's a burning question, "Do picky eaters grow out of it?" The answer may surprise you! Come find out and get some incredible tips for picky eater kids that can help them learn to love mealtime and new foods. One of the most common questions I get asked is,...
Amazing Foods with Probiotics for Kids that Can Have a Big Impact!
Try these easy foods with probiotics for kids that may have amazing health and behavior benefits! Plus, learn how to make your own probiotic rich foods for your child or toddler. Like most people, for years I've known that probiotics are good for us and surely good...
Stress-Free Cooking with Toddlers and Kids: Recipes, Tips, and Activities
Cooking with toddlers or kids can be fun, educational, and even help them learn to eat new foods. Find out what cooking activities your child can do and get a list of inspiring recipes and tips to keep your sanity! Oh the mess! Flour scattered across the...
A Weird but Effective Trick for Picky Eaters
This is one of my favorite "tricks" or tips for picky eaters from toddlers to teens. It may sound a little strange, but it is powerful and might just work! Ever wish you had a magic wand at the dinner table and you could wave it over your child's plate and suddenly...
8 Things You Can Do When a Toddler Refuses to Eat
Get real solutions for when a toddler refuses to eat that you can start using today, and learn about why toddler eating habits matter. You'll also find food ideas for picky toddlers inside! Terrified. Overwhelmed. Confused. When you've placed another...
Developmental Milestones
Sample Feeding Schedules for 1 Year Olds
11, 12, and 13 months plus can be a difficult time to determine a toddler feeding schedule with so many transitions from baby food and bottles. Get these sample feeding schedules with milk for 1 year olds from a feeding expert and mom. A baby's first year is...
Division of Responsibility: The Game-Changing Strategy for Picky Eating
Learn how to use the division of responsibility to help improve picky eating, whether you have a toddler, kid, or teen. Plus, strategies to implement this picky eating strategy. How many different kinds of picky eating advice have you heard in trying to help...
How to Transition Your Baby From Purees to Table Foods Safely
When do babies start eating table foods and how do you transition from purees to table and finger foods? Also learn what to do when baby won’t eat table foods in this complete guide. Affiliate links used below. See our full disclaimer ...
The Best High Calorie Foods for Babies
The best 19 high calorie foods for babies/toddlers, tips for baby weight gain, and high calorie baby food recipes and easy add-ins. Everything you need in one spot! Affiliate links used below. See our full disclosure. There are two reasons parents are often...
Feeding Schedule for 8, 9, and 10 month old Babies
A complete feeding schedule for 8, 9, and 10 month old babies. Plus tips for transitioning to finger foods for an eating schedule with formula or breastmilk. Affiliate links used below. See our full disclosure. Your baby is getting bigger, and they are...
Natural Weight Gain Smoothie Recipe for Kids
Worried about your child's weight? Try this easy healthy high calorie weight gain smoothie recipe that's specifically designed for toddlers and kids. Help picky eaters to gain weight! Affiliate links used below. Affiliate links used below. See our full...
Everything You Need to Know About Feeding Therapy
What is feeding therapy? Does your child or toddler need therapy, and if so, how do you get a feeding evaluation for them? Get answers from a feeding specialist! For well over a decade, a big part of my job as an occupational therapist was doing feeding therapy with...
When can Babies Eat Puffs, Cheerios, & Other Foods Safely?
Parents are often wondering, "When can babies eat cheerios?" Or, puffs, toast, cheese, watermelon, and banana. Learn when so you can feed your baby safely! Affiliate links used below. See our full disclosure. When I was a first-time mom, I was ecstatic...
8 Secret Strategies for Sensory Issues with Food
Why do children have sensory food aversions? And, how can you help them overcome sensory issues with food? Get the answers and 8 simple strategies... Affiliate links used below. See our full disclosure. From the very beginning of Your Kid's Table, I have...
How to Wean from Breastfeeding for Baby + Toddler
Learn how and when to wean off breast milk whether your baby is 1 year old, 15-months-old, or a toddler. OT and mom shares tricks for gently transitioning to milk, stopping nursing to sleep, and other weaning challenges. Affiliate links used below. See our full...
How to Get Your Kid to Eat Meat
Wondering how to get your kid to eat meat, if they are getting enough protein, or which meats your child will like best? Learn tricks for kids who don’t like meat. Meat is a mealtime staple that adds protein, nutrients, and a variety of flavor and texture to...
Mega List of Table Foods for Your Baby or Toddler
Snag this awesome list of food for 1 year olds to toddlers, and the 9, 10, and 11 month old babies in between learning to eat table and finger foods. Includes a free printable list too! Wondering what types of food to feed give your baby or 1 year old? As a...
How Much Milk Should A Toddler Drink? (Parent Guide)
Do toddlers stop drinking milk? How much milk does a 1 year old need? Or, a 2 year old? Get the answer, plus the best sippy cup for milk! In the first year of a baby’s life, milk is a big deal! As parents, we learn very quickly from everything we read and are...
6-7 Month Old Feeding Schedule for Parents
Get a printable 6 month old feeding schedule with helpful tips to use and adjust for your baby through the end of their 7th month. And, grab some bonus feeding tips that will help you safely and confidently feed your baby! Affiliate links are used below....
Dabbldoo Review: Fun Tools to Help Kids Eat New Foods
Picky eating can feel like a huge burden on parents, but Dabbldoo's fun food picks and brush are helpful tools to help kids explore and eat new foods! I’m proud to say that Dabbldoo is sponsoring this post, because their mealtime tools are one of a kind. Affiliate...
8 Tips for the Child that Won’t Eat Anything But Junk Food!
Help, my child won't eat anything but junk food! Learn how to get kids to eat healthy with 8 little known tips and tricks while keeping your sanity... I couldn't even guess how many times I've had a parent tell me, "My child won't eat anything but junk food."...
Why Your Doctor Might Be Wrong About Your Child’s Picky Eating…
Be wary of this dangerous advice about kids that are VERY picky eaters from your child's doctor. Learn what signs to look for and what you can do if you aren't getting the help you need... I wish I could say this rarely happens. That it's a fluke, but in...
Pocketing Food Strategies and Causes in Kids
Learn exactly what pocketing food is, strategies for how to move past it, and why kids, toddlers, and even babies will pocket their food! She said, "My daughter does this really weird thing... she doesn't swallow her food and holds it in her mouth, sometimes...
7 Fun Ways to Serve Watermelon to Kids
Discover the benefits of watermelon for kids and 7 fun and easy ways to serve watermelon to kids that will have them gobbling it up! Affiliate links used below. See our full disclosure. Want to get your kid interested in watermelon and have some...
30+ Tongue Tie Signs and How to Treat Them
Tongue ties in babies and kids 101! Learn signs of tongue ties and how to treat them if they’re affecting your kids eating, speech, or more. Frequently in my work as an occupational therapist, I’ve told parents to consider a tongue tie when their child was...
Easy Tricks to Teach Kids to Feed Themselves
Want your baby or toddler to feed themselves? Follow these easy tips and get the best utensils to use to encourage your baby or toddler to self-feed! One of the most common questions I get asked is... "How can I teach my child to feed...
Food Aversion Explained: Causes, Treatment, & Support
Learn what a food aversion is, how it affects toddlers and kids, and when it's a sensory food aversion! Some kids utterly refuse to eat a particular food(s), often the foods parents consider "healthy". Or, they're disgusted by strong smells and have food...
12 Feeding Goals for Picky Eaters
Get inspired with the list of feeding goals for picky eaters that's perfect for OT's and speech therapists that are providing pediatric feeding therapy! If you've found your way here from a Google search as an occupational therapist (OT) or a speech-language...
8 Big Feeding Red Flags for Babies and Toddlers
Is your baby or toddler gagging on foods all of a sudden? Does your toddler chew food and spit it out? Or, your baby won't put food in their mouth? Find out what's normal and what's not from a pediatric occupational therapist. One of the most popular reasons...
How to Spoon Feed Baby the Right Way!
Learn how to spoon feed baby even if you're using baby led weaning, and how to troubleshoot baby gagging, throwing food on the floor, and more! Affiliate links used below. See our full disclosure. Starting solid foods is an exciting time for you...
What is Pediatric Feeding Disorder (PFD)? A Diagnosis for Extreme Picky Eaters
Learn exactly what this new diagnosis of Pediatric Feeding Disorder (PFD) means for picky eater kids, how it differs from ARFID, and how to help kids overcome PFD with ways that align that with positive parenting. Have you heard the news? As of October 1st,...
8 Tips for Nursing Moms Returning to Work With a Baby That Won’t Take A Bottle!
Need your baby to take a bottle before you go back to work, try these 8 tips from a momma and OT to give you some peace of mind while you’re working! When I picked my oldest son up from daycare for the first time, I heard words that had me spiraling into a...
Why Some Kids Gag and Throw Up When They Eat or Even Look at Food!
Does your kid gag or throw up when they look at, touch, or taste a new or different food? It seems odd and is worrisome, but it's critical to understand why your child is gagging/vomiting and how you can help them! Your heart skips a beat when you see your...
3 Tricks to Get Kids to Eat WITHOUT Their Tablet or TV
It can be a serious stressor when your child will only eat if they're distracted by a screen! There's a way to help them learn how to eat without any screens, try these 3 tricks today... Will your child ONLY eat if they're distracted by a tablet that's...
Why We Shouldn’t Blame Parents for Their Kid’s Picky Eating
Have you or somebody else blamed your kid's picky eating on YOU? Think again, because parents often aren't the reason for their kid's picky eating. Learn why and how we can help parents of picky eaters. Give her what you're making for dinner and if she doesn't eat it,...
5 Quick Tricks for the Toddler that Won’t Eat Dinner
Help, my toddler won't eat dinner! We've got you covered with 5 quick tricks you can start using right away to help your toddler at the dinner table. Plus, some toddler approved dinner ideas too. Little Jack was lifted into his highchair while his mom...
The Best 9 Month Old Baby Food + Table Food Ideas!
Get simple 9 month old baby food and table food ideas from a pediatric occupational therapist. This is a critical window of time for babies learning to eat. Learn how to maximize it. Includes 14 different 9 month old meal ideas! Around 9 months old...
Does Your Kid Have Table Manners? What You Need to Worry About and When
Learn what kids table manners your child "should" have and at what age. Plus, when you should consider exceptions to some of the most popular kids table manners! Lay your napkin on your lap, put your pinky out when taking a polite sip of water, and place...
The Complete Guide for Breastfed Babies that Refuse Bottles
"My baby won't take a bottle," are words that have come out of my own mouth, and boy was it stressful. Get 11 incredible tips to help your breastfed baby take a bottle. Plus, the best bottles for breastfed babies. What to Do When Baby Won't Take A...
How to Go Gluten-Free / Dairy-Free With a Picky Eater
Does your child need to go on a gluten free and/or dairy free diet, but they're a picky eater and you have no idea how to make that a reality? There's a way! Check out this step by step approach... Having a picky eater is stressful enough, but trying to get...
Crispy Whole Roasted Cauliflower Recipe: A Perfect Veggie Recipe for Kids
Learn how to make a delicious whole roasted cauliflower recipe that kids, and even picky eaters, will love. It's unique, easy, and only has a few simple ingredients! Not too long ago, my husband was flipping through a recipe book a friend had passed along to...
A Weekly Meal Plan of Table Foods For Your Baby or Toddler: So You Can Save Your Sanity
Get quick and easy ideas for a healthy meal plan for 1 year olds, toddlers, and babies that are learning to eat table foods! 7 days of ideas for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. It can be tricky figuring out what to feed your baby and toddler once they are...
5 Things Parents Wish They’d Known Sooner About Feeding Their Baby or Toddler
How many times a day do toddlers need to eat? How do you teach a baby to chew? And, how do you wean? Find out the answers to these pressing feeding questions from parents about their babies and toddlers inside... This is the second installment of our Ask Me...
How to Stop Short Order Cooking for Your Kid
Ever feel stuck making multiple meals for your family, but don't know how to get out of it? Learn how to stop short order cooking for your kid, even if they're a picky eater with these 5 simple steps! Every night many families make multiple dinners.... One for...
3 Ways to Tell If You Have a Good Feeding Therapist
Got a feeding therapist? Need one? Or, maybe you are one? Learn 3 things every good feeding therapist does in feeding therapy, and what to do if a feeding therapist isn't working out. Some kids are extreme picky eaters and mealtimes are stressful. They may only...
7 Mealtime Rituals That Keep Kids at the Table Longer
Get 7 simple ways to help keep your child seated at the table longer so they stop getting up or only eat for a few minutes! Don't miss this if you've got a busy toddler or a picky eater. It's probably one of the most common questions I get asked here on Your Kid's...
5 Weight Gain Tips for Picky Kids & Toddlers
Learn 5 ways to safely increase weight gain for kids. A must read for parents of picky eaters or babies and toddlers that are refusing food. Get weight gain recipes and high calorie ingredients too! Affiliate links used below. When your child doesn't eat well...
Why Food Before One is Just For Fun is Dangerous Advice
Food before one is just for fun is popular advice for parents before their baby's first birthday, but sometimes following that advice can do a lot more harm than good. Find out when you shouldn't follow this sometimes dangerous advice! Have you heard the adage:...
How to Wean Your Child From Tube Feedings to Eating By Mouth
Does your child have an ng-tube or g-tube so that they can get the calories and nutrients they need? Kids that have a feeding tube can learn to eat and chew! Get the step-by-step how-to instructions for weaning from tube feedings. Affiliate links used below. ...
The Picky Eater Approved Chicken Nugget Recipe
Want your picky eater to eat meat or chicken? I've used this recipe to get my own kids, and many others, eating meat because of a special, but easy, technique. Find out what it is and the best way to serve your picky eater. There are two types of food that most...
9 Tricks for Kids That Hate Brushing Their Teeth
I hear from parents all the time, "Help, my child won't brush her teeth!" Discover why and get 9 powerful tips to help your child move past the refusals, battles, and tantrums quick. Affiliate links used below. It's a non-negotiable. It doesn't matter how...
No Trouble Baked Potato Skin Recipe for Picky Kids
Yummy baked potato skins that your whole family will love, even picky eaters. Simple and nutritious as a side dish or appetizer! Print out the recipe... A lot of people assume that my kids gobble loads of veggies and lean proteins at every meal because I'm a...
Must-Know Pros & Cons of Using Baby Food Pouches
As a parent, you have to weigh out baby food pouches vs. jars when it's time to feed your baby or toddler, but there's some pros and cons to both that you've got to be aware of first! Her text read: Is it okay for Marin to eat baby food pouches? She eats...
Scrumptious Gluten Free Meatball Recipe for the Whole Family
Forget that gluten free meatball recipe that tastes like cardboard and try this juicy delicious recipe that you'd never guess is GF! It's perfect for kids and you'll find tips for picky eaters, toddlers, and babies too. Meatballs are a great table...
How to Believe in Yourself When You’re Tired, Stressed, and Overwhelmed With a Picky Eater
As parents, we often feel totally wiped out and pushed past our limit. How can we help our picky eater when we feel like that? Let me show you how to start believing you can help them learn to eat new foods... Have you realized that getting a picky eater...
How to Teach Your Baby or Toddler to Chew So They Can Eat Safely
Learn how to teach your baby to chew with these 5 surprising tips! I'm also talking about chewing problems in toddlers... It's one of those things we take for granted or don't think about much. We assume our babies will know how to chew when it comes time...
Mindfulness Activities for Kids With a Poor Appetite
Does your child seem to have no appetite and never get hungry no matter what you do? These mindfulness activities can help them tune into their hunger in a brand new way. Your child is incredibly active, always on the go. You wait hours before offering...
How to Increase Your Child’s Appetite So They Want to Eat
Want to know how to increase appetite in a child? Find out 5 different tips to help your child want to eat so that you can enjoy meals and end that stressful worry! She took a deep breath before she yelled, "It's time for dinner!" She knew what the...
How to Resolve a Parenting Disagreement So Your Child Gets the Help They Need
Frustrated and feel like you'll never get your spouse on board with how you want to parent your child or address problems they're facing? Learn 3 simple ways to end the fighting and finally get on the same page. At one time or another, most kids...
Why Your Baby Should Be Putting Toys in Their Mouth
It's critical that babies go through months of exploring toys and teethers with their mouths. Learn why and how, how to help them if they're not, and what the consequence could be if they don't learn how. Is it weird that my baby won't put toys in...
Does Your Baby or Toddler Keep Spitting Out Their Food? Try This…
Your baby isn't spitting out food to make you crazy, it's happening for a reason. Learn why and how to help them learn to keep it in their mouth! At first it seemed normal, they're learning to eat after all. The little puff, green bean, or cheese just...
Why Getting Sick Can Snowball Into Picky Eating
When a child goes through a significant illness, there can be an unforeseen side effect that can last for years. Learn why this happens and how to prevent it with your child. Eating wasn't going great to begin with, but I was hopeful. He was only 8...
How to Get Kids Eating at Meals Instead of Snacking All Day
Wish your kid ate less snacks and more at meals? Learn how to help them with these 8 steps that will have your kid hopping into their chair and staying out of the crackers in no time! We all do it, right? As soon as our baby is able to eat those little...
49 Quick Finger Foods for Toddlers to Make Meals Easy
Healthy, safe, and easy finger foods for toddlers that will make putting a meal in front of them a snap. Steak salad topped with pomegranate seeds and Gorgonzola crumbles. Chicken fajitas with spicy peppers and onions. Roasted lamb with cucumber sauce. These...
5 Myths About Babies and Toddlers that Won’t Eat Table Foods
Some babies and toddlers have a hard time learning to eat solids, table, and finger foods. When they do there are some damaging myths that must be busted so they can learn to eat! It's not talked about a lot. I suppose it's rooted in the fact that a lot...
8 Things You Can Do When a Toddler Refuses to Eat
Get real solutions for when a toddler refuses to eat that you can start using today, and learn about why toddler eating habits matter. You'll also find food ideas for picky toddlers inside! Terrified. Overwhelmed. Confused. When you've placed another...
Unknown Details About Sensory Issues in Babies
Learn how to make sense out of sensory issues in babies! And, get specific tips for helping support babies with sensory issues so that together, you can overcome and manage the signs and symptoms. When I was pregnant with my first child, I dreamed about...
6 Tips to Get Babies and Toddlers to Stop Throwing Food!
Need help with your baby or toddler throwing food on the floor during meals? Get these easy strategies you can start using today from a mom and feeding therapist that's been there. I've been pushed over the edge during countless meals because another piece of...
Are Food Jags Affecting Your Picky Eater? What you need to know…
What is a food jag? Why does your child have one and how do you break one down so that picky eating can be improved and kids learn to eat a wider variety of foods? This feeding therapist and mom is answering it all! Have you ever stepped back and thought, "How did I...
When and How to Get Rid of the Binky!
Pacifier weaning doesn't have to be as hard as you think. Whether the binky has control over your life or you want to be proactive with your baby, these steps, tips, and strategies will give you everything you need to get your baby off the pacifier. With my...
19 Nutritious Bedtime Snacks For Kids
Super easy, healthy, and filling evening snacks for kids. Get new ideas and maybe even have your child eat something new with these fun ideas that kids will get excited about. Ahh, the evening snack for kids. As parents, it makes us feel good to fill their...
The Greatest Toddler Breakfast Ideas, Easy + Healthy
Amazing toddler breakfast ideas that are easy and healthy. Take the stress out of your morning and get peace of mind with more than 15 ideas that your toddler will gobble up. Ugh, I hate that feeling when I'm standing at the refrigerator door staring inside and...
When Kids Gag at How Food Smells: A Plan for Parents
Does your kid gag or even throw up because they're sensitive to smells, especially from food? It may seem strange, but there are some real reasons why and more importantly ways to help them! Does this sound familiar... you're feeling good about the fact that...
The Most Awesome Toddler Lunch Ideas You Can Find!
Snag simple toddler lunch ideas for daycare or home with your 1 or 2 year old! Quick, easy, and healthy toddler lunches included in this incredible list! I hate the moment when I realize it's time to feed my kids lunch and I haven't thought about what I'm...
What You Need to Know About Baby Gagging (+ Expert Tips)
Your baby gagging can be terrifying. Learn about the gag reflex in babies and what to do when babies have a sensitive reflex and gag on food or their bottle. It's a terrifying moment as a parent. You know the one, because we’ve all been there, if only...
34 Oral Motor Exercises that You Never Knew You Needed
Tons of oral motor exercises for toddlers and kids that can easily and naturally be used in the home. Plus, get a free downloadable PDF! I'm getting a little bit technical in this post, as I tell you about the powerful, but often unheard of, oral motor...
Incredibly Easy Fish Cakes for Kids and Babies
An easy baby and kid friendly fish recipe your child will eat, fish cakes for kids and babies. Quick and delicious with a tasty dip to serve alongside your kid's fish cakes. Plus, tips for serving to babies and picky eaters. Affiliate links are used below. ...
What to Do When Baby Won’t Eat Solids: 7 Simple Steps
When your baby won't eat solids, it can be stressful. Learn why your baby is refusing food and how to get them to eat solid foods with 7 simple steps! Affiliate links used below. See our full disclosure. The spoon hits the floor. Your baby makes a nasty...
The Most Amazing Healthy Snacks for Picky Eaters
Easy and healthy snacks for picky eaters that they'll actually eat! Get inspired and learn how to get out of the rut of serving the same foods everyday. You know the drill, it's snack time and your picky eater wants the same crackers or pretzels or yogurt...
Immune Booster Carrot Cake Smoothie for Kids
Fight back against the germs with this delicious and easy super immune booster smoothie recipe that's perfect for kids too. This is a sponsored post, all opinions are my own. It's that time of year again... cold and flu season. Boooooo! But, honestly, it seems like...
How Working Moms Can Easily and Quickly Cook Dinner
This is a sponsored post and contains affiliate links. Lately, there's a question I've been getting a lot: "How can I cook dinner for my family when I work and I've just picked up the kids from daycare? We walk in the door, and everyone's starving." Even...
A Quick and Easy Family Dinner Idea that Everyone Will Eat
So, I talk a lot about sitting down together to eat family dinners, and I know it isn't always easy. In fact, it can be really hard. Throw a toddler that barely sits at the table for longer than 3 minutes into the meal, working parents, or a picky eater that...
Mega List of Vegetable Recipes for Kids
Wish your kid would eat more veggies? Most parents do! This collection of vegetable recipes for kids will inspire you and get your kid eating! Ugh, vegetables, aren't they the thorn in most parents side? I know very few parents that are happy with the amount of...
The Easiest Homemade Mild Taco Seasoning Recipe
Super easy homemade mild taco seasoning recipe with ingredients you already have in your cupboard with no added preservatives! Easily adjustable recipe that's perfect for kids. A staple around our house is tacos. We typically make them with ground turkey, but will...
A Hidden Cause of Picky Eating: Acid Reflux
This post is sponsored by Maty's Healthy Products. I will be the first to admit that there are many causes to picky eating, and most often there are several layers to the problem. However, working to get to the bottom of why the whole thing started has a lot of value...
Does Organic Matter (and Other Food Questions Parents Ask)?
Does it matter if you give your child organic foods? Should you worry about artificial food dyes? Is processed food okay? Oh my, the list could go on and on. I've been wanting to tackle this topic for a while because I think it is really important for parents...
How to Prevent Toddlers from Becoming Picky Eaters
Toddler eating, or lack thereof, can make parents totally nuts. I can attest to that on both fronts, as an OT and mom. In fact, I'm in the middle of it with my third child again, which is partially what inspired me to write this post. There are so many times that I'm...
Does Your Child Eat Enough Variety?
What is the biggest frustration parents usually have with picky eaters... The lack of variety! That is the very definition of a picky eater, right? Even parents that wouldn't consider their kids to be picky eaters would usually prefer their kids to eat a...
The BEST Picky Eating Strategy {Part 2}
This post is sponsored by FunBites. A few weeks ago I published a post about the best picky eating strategy I can give you, to not pressure your kid to actually eat. If you missed that, head over there first and then come on back! I knew it was going to be a...
7 Ways to Handle Big Holiday Meals with Picky Eaters
This post is brought to you by FunBites. Affiliate links used below. See our full disclosure. The holiday season is nearly here, and with that usually comes big holiday meals often with people outside of your immediate family. These meals typically...
How Much Sleep Does Your Child Need?
Joleen from Baby Sleep 101 is here with us today sharing some wonderful and practical tips to help your baby, toddler, or child get the sleep the need. Plus, she lays out exactly how much sleep your child needs depending on their age. I was so happy when Joleen agreed...
The Best Position for Your Child During Mealtime
*This post contains affiliate links for your convenience. I am a bit embarrassed that I am now just writing this post after three years of regularly sharing information about kid's and eating. How and where your child is sitting to eat can have a HUGE impact on the...
The Ultimate List of Baby/Toddler Meal Ideas
Huge list of toddler and baby meal ideas. Perfect for baby led weaning, transitioning to table foods, or toddlers. Meals the whole family can eat. Three years ago, I wrote a big list of baby finger food ideas (when my second child was in this stage), and...
Ultimate List of Mealtime Must Haves for Baby
Since I have started feeding my third child baby and table foods about 6 weeks ago, I've really fine-tuned what I actually need for mealtime. With the added experience of working with lots of families with young children, I have tried lots of products, and well, let's...
Introducing Baby Food: Everything You Need to Know
The when, what, and how of introducing baby food. Find out the best first foods and what to do at your baby's first meal to lay the path for healthy eating habits. This post contains affiliate links for your convenience and any purchases made through those links help...
High Fiber Immune Boosting Banana Sweet Potato Pumpkin Bread
Yes, I know it is January and I'm posting about pumpkin bread, but it has been far too long since I have shared a recipe with you! Besides, pumpkin is a wonderful, immune boosting food that you can easily get in a can year round. See my pumpkin waffles/pancakes recipe...
Baby Led Weaning Pros and Cons, What You Need to Know
There has been a lot of buzz about Baby Led Weaning (BLW) in the last few years, and I often get parents asking how I feel about the topic. I can't give a clear yes or no because it depends on several factors, and I wanted to explain my thoughts as a pediatric feeding...
Picky Eating Solutions: A Mother’s Testimony
I am tremendously grateful to Marissa, awesome mom and elementary school teacher, for writing this post I am sharing with you today. Marissa is not a blogger, nor does she have any marketing connections that she is trying to promote. She wrote this post...
Help for Picky Eaters: Using Dips
I have been remiss in not sharing with you this very valuable tool in helping picky eaters and problem feeders eat a larger variety of foods. Incorporating dips into your child's meal could make a huge difference, especially when used in combination with other...
The Ultimate Guide to Feeding Milestones for Babies and Toddlers
Your ultimate to guide to feeding milestones for babies and toddlers, month-by-month from a pediatric occupational therapist and mom. I probably should have written this post years ago, as a resource for parents, but I have to admit I've...
Toddler Portion Sizes: Everything You Need to Know
How much does your toddler need to eat? What are the appropriate toddler portion sizes and recommendations? This guide will answer all of that and much more! Parent's frequently ask me how much their child needs to be eating, especially toddlers. Parents get...
How to Wean Baby From Bottle
While I have worked on bottle weaning as an OT with the families I service, I haven't had to as a Momma. My kids avoided the bottle at all costs (they were breast fed for a year), which is a whole separate issue. Needless to say, getting rid of bottles in my...
Help for Infants and Toddlers: Early Intervention
I am a pediatric occupational therapist, but the bulk of my experience has been in Pennsylvania's Early Intervention program. Do you know what early intervention (EI) is? I hope so, but I know that many of you don't. I want to rectify that because if you are living in...
Picky Eater Kids- FunBites Review
A few weeks ago I noticed some pins on Pinterest about FunBites. I had never heard of the nifty little contraption and went right over to their website. I was immediately drawn to it as an occupational therapist, I'll elaborate more on that in a minute. So I sent off...
Easy Sorbet Recipe for Kids
Well, it has been a while since I shared a recipe and I just couldn't pass this one up. Before I get to the actual recipe, I wanted to share some strategies on getting your kiddo to expand their variety of foods. Most kids can use a little help in this department,...
Sensory Play
22 Simple and Unique Fall Sensory Activities
22 awesome and easy fall sensory activities that are perfect for toddlers, preschoolers, and kids! There are so many wonderful opportunities to explore new sensory experiences in this season of fall. I have said many times before...
3 Ways to Teach Your Kid Emotional Regulation
Learn 3 simple and clear steps to teaching kids how to emotionally regulate from a pediatric occupational therapist and mom of 3. Does your kid struggle with big emotions, having them often, getting stuck in them or having kind of behaviors and...
4 Reasons I Had My Kid Tested for ADHD
Learn 4 reasons I evaluated my son for ADHD, as well as the benefits of getting a diagnosis. Personal perspective from an OT and mom. Recently one of my sons received an ADHD diagnosis, and I have to be honest with you- It would have been really easy to not get...
How to Make a Visual Schedule + Use it Well
Learn how to make a visual schedule for toddlers, kids, and teens. Plus, what a visual schedule is, and how to use it for sensory processing issues, Autism, or ADHD. Kids of all ages thrive on routine. Whether it means eating meals at a predictable time...
10 Auditory Sensory Activities for Kids and Toddlers
Auditory sensory activities are perfect for helping kids overcome auditory processing disorders, auditory seeking and auditory sensitivities. Try these 10 activities to help with auditory sensory processing. “She is so loud! She yells and talks over me constantly.”...
The 8 Senses Explained: Unraveling the Mystery
Learn about the 8 senses of the body that make up sensory processing, how they work, what they each do, and how the 8 senses relate to kids with sensory processing difficulties. Most of us know that there are 5 senses, we learned about them in kindergarten, but there...
What Parents Need to Know About Sensory Dysregulation
Learn what it looks like for your child to be in sensory dysregulation and how to help them get out of it and prevent it in the future. Most days at school Zoey* was a handful. Her fiery red hair would blur as she quickly ran around the room, touching...
3 Signs it’s a Sensory Meltdown, Not a Tantrum
Is your child having a sensory meltdown or a tantrum? Learn exactly how to tell the difference between a sensory meltdown vs. tantrum and how to help your child’s sensory processing when they are having a sensory overload meltdown. As Sarah lifted her son into...
8 Sensory Seeking Activities to Calm a Wild Child
Use sensory seeking activities to calm and organize sensory seeking behaviors in your "wild" child or toddler that seems to never stop moving. Would you describe your child as wild, rough, or dangerous on a regular basis? If so, those could be signs of sensory seeking...
How to Break the Toe Walking Habit in Your Child
What causes sensory toe walking in children and how do you address it? Learn about toe walking sensory strategies, how it relates to sensory processing disorder, and when to be concerned. In one of our most popular articles of all time, 10 Sensory Red...
The Parent’s Guide to Sensory Processing Issues
Sensory processing is a critical part of every child's development, but some kids have sensory processing issues that can impact every area of their life. Find out exactly what sensory processing is and when to be concerned about sensory issues. Have you been...
Does Your Child Cry All the Time? This Might Be Why…
Have a toddler who cries all the time, or an older child who is always crying? Learn hidden reasons why your 1, 2, 3, or 4 year old constantly cries and how to help sensitive kids. He was probably about 4 years old, and since he was my oldest child, he seemed...
The Most Awesome Smell Sensory Activities You Can Find!
Get 11 easy smell sensory activities, and learn how to help kids with smell sensitivities! Perfect for preschoolers, kindergartners, and kids with sensory issues/SPD. This post contains affiliate links. See our full disclosure. In Boulder, Colorado is the...
23 Visual Sensory Activity Ideas for Kids
20 fun and creative visual sensory activities your child will love, plus why visual sensory processing is important, and how to help with visual sensory difficulties in kids. This post contains affiliate links. See our full disclosure. Close your eyes and...
10 Sensory Red Flags You Might Be Missing
Commonly overlooked sensory red flags and signs of sensory issues that could be a clue to your child's needs, which will decrease confusion and frustration. This thing happens to me all the time as a pediatric OT… I’m talking to parents during a party, a play-date, or...
Powerful Proprioceptive Activities That Calm, Focus, & Alert
Over 80 amazing, simple proprioceptive activities for kids. Learn benefits of proprioceptive input to calm, focus, and alert. Affiliate links used below. See our full disclosure. As an OT and mom, proprioceptive activities are my favorite type of sensory...
5 Important Signs That A Child Might Be Struggling With Anxiety
Could your child have anxiety? Learn 5 sneaky signs of anxiety in children from an expert therapist so you can help your child. Affiliate links used below. See our full disclosure. When my son was 7, he showed his first sign of anxiety and I missed it. I, the...
Occupational therapy for Autism: How Does it Help?
Occupational therapy for Autism is often recommended when a child is first diagnosed. Learn how OT can help your child with autism and what to expect! An autism spectrum disorder (ASD) diagnosis can come with a lot of unknowns and might even feel overwhelming...
Incredible Sensory Friendly Clothing for Kids and Adults
Sensory clothing sensitivities can make getting dressed stressful for kids and adults. Find sensory friendly clothing for all types of tactile sensitivities, for kids and adults! Affiliate links used below. See our full disclosure. For many people, getting...
8 Secret Strategies for Sensory Issues with Food
Why do children have sensory food aversions? And, how can you help them overcome sensory issues with food? Get the answers and 8 simple strategies... Affiliate links used below. See our full disclosure. From the very beginning of Your Kid's Table, I have...
34 Sensory Room Ideas to Calm Kids Down (On a Budget)
Get inspired with these easy and affordable sensory room ideas for kids! And, learn step by step DIY and create your own sensory room on a budget. Affiliate links used below. Affiliate links used below. See our full disclosure. I was in grad school when I...
40+ Easy Sensory Obstacle Course Ideas for Kids
Obstacle course ideas for all ages, indoors or outdoors with little to no prep. Plus learn obstacle course benefits and get a list of activities to make your own! Climbing, crashing, swinging, crawling… There's a reason most kids love movements like these...
Sensory Issues With Clothing: How to Help Your Child Get Dressed
Clothing sensory issues can be exhausting! Learn why kids may have a sensory sensitivity, how to help your kid who refuses to wear clothes, get ideas for sensory friendly clothing. Affiliate links used below. See our full disclosure. I’m standing in the kitchen...
Everything Oral Sensory Processing: Activities and Input Ideas
Learn everything you need to know about oral sensory processing: oral sensory seeking activities, sensory diet ideas, calming benefits for picky eaters, sensory seekers and sensory sensitivities! Affiliate links used below. See our full disclosure. Thank you to...
Potty Training and Toilet Problems in Kids with Sensory Issues
The best strategies for potty training and toilet problems for kids with sensory issues, SPD, ADHD, and ASD. Help for refusing to go, withholding, frequent accidents and more! Affiliate links used below. See our full disclosure. Was she losing her mind? Surely potty...
46 Essential Vestibular Activities and Input Ideas
Discover over 45 vestibular activities that can calm, regulate, and improve attention in your child. Plus, get vestibular exercises for kids that seek or avoid vestibular input. Affiliate links used below. See our full disclosure. Vestibular input is...
Three Things I Wish My Parents Had Known, From an Autistic Adult
An Autistic adult, that was once an autistic girl, offers 3 things she wishes her parents knew on how to support kids with sensory issues as they grow and change. As occupational therapists, at Your Kid’s Table we know that development happens across the lifespan, and...
Ultimate List of Sensory Bin Ideas, Incredibly Easy!
40 plus easy sensory bin ideas that are perfect for home or school. And, get tips to encourage play and benefits of sensory bins. Affiliate links used below. See our full disclosure. Lots of sensory bin/box ideas are floating around in the...
Create a Sensory Diet with this Template: Free PDF
The ultimate guide to sensory diets that includes a sensory diet template PDF, powerful sensory diet examples, and 4 steps to make your own sensory diet today! Affiliate links used below. See our full disclosure. Are you hearing about a sensory diet for the first...
8 Tricks to Improve Transitions for Children
Does your child need help with transitions? Learn 8 strategies and transition activities to lose the meltdowns and move from one activity to the next without a fight. Affiliate links used below. See our full disclosure. Change is hard. Most people can...
Here’s a Method to Help Kids That Hate Hair Washing
Do you dread washing your kid's hair because they hate it so much and throw a total fit at any attempt to do so? Understand why your child hates hair washing and learn these simple strategies to help! It was the night before school picture day and I was...
How to Handle a Hyperactive Child without Losing Your Mind
Learn how to handle a hyperactive child at home! Use these 3 natural ways and 20 simple activities to calm your toddler, 4-year-old, or older child. Sometimes my house can feel a little crazy. With three boys, there is no shortage of energy, noise, and...
How To Help Your Highly Sensitive Child Thrive!
20+ signs of a highly sensitive child that often feels and experiences the world deeply and with more sensitivity. Learn how sensory sensitivities also play a role and what you can do to help your child cope with these challenges. Affiliate links used below. See our...
10 Winter Sensory Occupational Therapy Activities
Here are 10 sensory activities for you to include in your treatment sessions and share with parents during the winter months. Learn why sensory activities and “heavy work” are important for all kids, and how to include the proprioceptive system during play. ...
How to Explain Sensory Processing Issues to Your Child
Teaching your child about sensory processing issues or Sensory Processing Disorder helps kids feel empowered and advocate for their own needs. Learn how to explain it all simply to your child! Affiliate links used below. See our full disclosure. I...
37 Sensory Toys for Kids, Toddlers, Autism, and SPD
The best sensory toys from an occupational therapist. Perfect for kids, autism, toddlers, and sensory issues because sensory toys help develop a child's learning, communication, and emotional regulation! Sensory toys have the power to make or break...
7 Best Pencil Grips for Kids Handwriting
Help kid's pencil grasp and handwriting with the 7 best pencil grips that are perfect for school and home. Learn which pencil grip is the best one for your kid! Affiliate links used below. See our full disclosure. When I started working with kids...
10 Easy Ideas for a Sensory Corner in the Classroom
Create a simple sensory area or corner in the classroom with 5 easy steps and 10+ sensory tools and equipment ideas for young children through older kids. Affiliate links used below. See our full disclosure. Having a sensory area in a classroom can...
5 Top Wobble Cushions for Kids Focus & Core Strength
Wobble Cushions and wiggle seats can help your child with attention, staying seated, core strength, or balance. Get the best wobble cushions for 2022! This post is sponsored by Fun and Function, all opinions are my own. Have you heard of a...
The Sensory Body Sock Complete Guide 2024
Discover when, why, and how to use sensory body socks to help kids calm and improve body awareness. Perfect for sensory seekers, check out this OT's top picks. Affiliate links used below. See our full disclosure. Have a kid that's always bouncing off the...
Food Aversion Explained: Causes, Treatment, & Support
Learn what a food aversion is, how it affects toddlers and kids, and when it's a sensory food aversion! Some kids utterly refuse to eat a particular food(s), often the foods parents consider "healthy". Or, they're disgusted by strong smells and have food...
21 Sensory Activities for Toddlers that Improve Development!
Easy sensory activities for toddlers that aren't just fun and keep your kiddo busy, but also help them develop and learn from an occupational therapist! If there's one word I'd use to describe toddlers, it's busy. Dump the toys out, drag boxes out of the...
11 Fun Weighted Lap Pads to Help Kids Sit Still
Check out this amazing weighted lap pad guide to help improve attention, focus, or calming from an occupational therapist, whether your child has autism, sensory processing disorder, or no diagnosis at all! Don't you just love a great sensory hack...
7 Weighted Blankets to Help Kids Sleep and Relax in 2024!
Everything you need to know about weighted blanket for kids, with and without autism from an occupational therapist. Get the best weighted blanket for your kid in 2024 or make a DIY! Weighted Blankets for Kids: Everything You Need to Know Have you...
Sensory Self Regulation: A Critical Skill for Kids with Sensory “Issues”
Learn what sensory self regulation is, why it matters, and what sensory strategies improve self regulation skills in kids that have sensory "issues" or difficulties. Sensory self-regulation is one of those terms that pediatric occupational...
33 Signs of Sensory Processing Disorder
Learn the important symptoms and signs of sensory processing disorder in toddlers and children from an occupational therapist, and how to get a diagnosis and treatment options for SPD. Since most parents are never told about sensory processing...
Toddler Crossing Fingers? This is probably why…
Do you have a toddler crossing their fingers? Worried it's a sign of autism? Find out the hidden reason why your child is always crossing their fingers... Affiliate links used below. See our full disclosure. It seems weird, right? Your toddler is constantly crossing...
Sensory Issues & ADHD: What Every Parent Needs to Know!
There's a big connection between ADHD and sensory issues that's often not explained to parents, but can have a big impact on sensory overload, social interactions, and focus! Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, is a common neurodevelopmental...
Morning Sensory Routines to Get the Day Started On The Right Foot
Lots of kids struggle getting up in the morning, getting out the door, or being focused at school or daycare. Use these 7 morning sensory routines full of sensory activities and positive parenting skills! It's a story I've heard 1000 times... They're so...
How to make a Smooth Transition Back to School after Holiday Break
It's common for kids to struggle to transition from the mid-year long holiday break to returning to school. Learn how to help your child have as smooth of a transition as possible this year! A must-read for kids with sensory processing needs, SPD, ADHD, anxiety, and...
What is Pediatric Feeding Disorder (PFD)? A Diagnosis for Extreme Picky Eaters
Learn exactly what this new diagnosis of Pediatric Feeding Disorder (PFD) means for picky eater kids, how it differs from ARFID, and how to help kids overcome PFD with ways that align that with positive parenting. Have you heard the news? As of October 1st,...
7 Ways to Help Kids Sensitive to Hair Brushing!
Does your kid hate or freak out when it's time to get their hair brushed? You're not alone! Try these 7 ways to help kids with sensory issues and needs with hair brushing. Get the best hairbrush and detangle picks too! Affiliate links used below. See our...
Why Some Kids Gag and Throw Up When They Eat or Even Look at Food!
Does your kid gag or throw up when they look at, touch, or taste a new or different food? It seems odd and is worrisome, but it's critical to understand why your child is gagging/vomiting and how you can help them! Your heart skips a beat when you see your...
4 Simple After School Routines That Will Cut Out Chaos
After school routines can help kids calm and transition back to being at home after a long school day. Check out these 4 simple after school routines for kids of all ages. She walked in the door after a 7 hour school day and already seemed edgy. When her...
7 Yoga Poses to Calm Kids Down FAST!
Get your hands on 7 yoga poses that are easy for kids, but help them calm down whether their anxious, overstimulated, or have sensory issues. Easy to follow photos and descriptions for each calming yoga pose for kids. It's no secret that more than ever kids are...
The Best Fidget Toys for School that Help with Wiggles and Attention
Find the perfect fidget toy for school to help your child focus and sit still while they're learning in the classroom. You'll also learn what fidget toys teachers can't stand and usually ban from their classrooms! Affiliate links used below. See our full...
Hey OT’s and PT’s: Why you need to test for Retained Primitive Reflexes
Learn what retained primitive reflexes are, why we should test to see if kids have them, and how to help them integrate these reflexes so they don't interfere with development. A must-read for pediatric occupational and physical therapists. Today, I'm talking...
The Top 10 Ways to Avoid Autism Meltdowns!
Learn 10 do-able ways to avoid autism meltdowns with your child from a pediatric OT and mom to a child with Autism. You feel air reverberating as your child’s fist slams onto the floor. His face reddens and his voice shrieks. Your ears ring...
How to Create a Summer Sensory Routine for Your Kid
Learn how to create a flexible sensory routine this summer for your child with 5 simple steps to help them with their sensory needs so they can play, socialize, follow directions, and have fun! I love summer. Sipping ice-tea, going on hikes, lazy...
How to Get Picky Eaters Playing With Food So They’ll Eat MORE!
Learn dozens of ways to set up and encourage your child to play with their food so that they eat new and different foods! Playing with food is one of my favorite strategies as an occupational therapist... Are you cringing at the thought of your child...
8 Quick Tips for Kids that Hate Getting Sunscreen Put On
Does your kid run away or freak out when it's time to put on sunscreen? Grab these 8 quick tips that can help your child to tolerate sunscreen without any tears. Save your sanity this summer! It's that time of year... sunscreen. On the daily for a lot of kids....
How to Decrease Screen Time for Kids in 3 Easy Steps
How much is too much screen time for kids? And, how the heck do you actually get them to cut back on that much loved screen time? Find out how by using 3 simple steps you can literally do today! Smart phones, tablets, TV's, and computers surround most of our...
Visual Perceptual Activities: 4 Ways to Boost Your Kids’ Development
Visual perceptual activities are an essential part of development and learning. Kids use visual perceptual skills every day during daily routines. These skills are building blocks for the brain! Have you heard of visual perceptual skills? They’re a...
Teaching Belly Breathing to Kids So They Can Calm Down
Learn how to easily teach belly breathing to kids from ages 2 through teens. Belly or diaphragmatic breathing has been proven to reduce stress, overwhelm, and anxiety! Just take a deep breath. Have you ever said that to your child? Maybe when they're...
3 Rumors About Kids With Sensory Issues That Aren’t True!
I'm revealing the truth about these common, but dangerous, rumors parents are often told about their kids with sensory issues. Learn more so you can help your child overcome sensory issues. It's a shame that something as common as sensory issues is, at...
Interoception: The Secret Sense That Controls Appetite, Toileting, and Emotions
Finally understand why your child has trouble with appetite, eating too much, toileting, or big emotions. It's all related to interoception, and I'm teaching you 3 ways to help your child that struggle in these areas. Not only was her daughter a picky eater....
7 Unseen Struggles Kids Have in the Classroom That Make Them Look Like a Bad Student
Kids can easily fly under the radar with all sorts of hidden struggles they face in the classroom. Learn 7 often unseen ways your child might struggle in the classroom and how you can help them work through it! Does your kid seem uninterested in school? Or,...
The Link Between Autism and Sensory “Issues”: What Every Parent Needs to Know
As a pediatric OT, I'm always surprised at how many parents of kids with Autism (ASD) haven't been told about the big link to sensory processing. Read on to learn about this important connection... You've probably heard the staggering statistic that 1 in every...
The Hidden Reason Your Kid Is Lethargic, Unmotivated, and Spaced-Out all the Time!
Kids that are tired all the time, zoned out, or simply not interested in participating in many activities can get labeled as lazy, but there could be a powerful explanation to this behavior: sensory low registration. Learn what it is, how to know if your child has it,...
5 Indoor Sensory Activities Perfect for Winter
Need some inspiration for fun and easy indoor sensory activities? Come check out 5 incredibly powerful sensory activities that don't require any special equipment or supplies... Every single season offers a unique opportunity for special sensory activities. In...
What to Do When Your Child Is Overwhelmed at Parties and Large Crowds
Some kids are overwhelmed and scared to attend parties or other crowded spaces. It might be more than shyness. Figure out what's going on and how to help your child! At first, you might have thought your child was shy when they cried or clung to you at a...
The Ultimate Holiday Guide for Helpful and Fun Sensory Toys
If you're looking to get a special gift for your child this holiday season that will last and help your child develop, then dive into this mega sensory toy holiday guide to find an awesome toy for your child! I love sensory toys because they're incredibly...
Why Your Child Might Need Reflex Integration Therapy or Exercises
Each child is born with a set of critical primitive reflexes to help them develop and keep them safe, but it's important these reflexes disappear. Learn why and if reflex integration therapy is right for your child. *Affiliate links used below*. So much happens...
Easy Movement Break Ideas Kids Can Do at Home or School
Research shows that kids learn, attend, and follow directions better with movement. Get your kid moving with these 50+ movement break ideas for kids that are perfect for online learning at home or in a traditional classroom. Sitting in front of a screen or at a...
5 Smart Sensory Questions Parents Asked: Answered by an OT
Learn what to do when your child has a hard time falling asleep, won't eat certain textures, what to do when your child is always on the go, and more help for parents who's kids have sensory needs. Last month, our Your Kid's Table newsletter community had the chance...
How to Keep Kids Focused for Online School
It can be a challenge to keep kids focused on learning online with all the distractions in a home environment. But, with some simple tricks, tools, and strategies, you can teach your child how to focus on online school while improving their attention and...
How to Identify Sensory Issues in Toddlers
It's easy to miss signs of sensory issues in toddlers with their characteristic busyness and particularity, but these early signs for sensory sensitivity and sensory seeking can help you improve their sensory development and drastically decrease tantrums! Got a...
What to Do When Your Child Struggles With Anger
Do you have a child that struggles with anger and big emotions? Learn why and how to help them with an amazing parenting strategy to help them cope and manage their emotions in a new way! I’ve been asked, “What do I do when my child gets angry?” As an OT,...
Is Your Anxiety Rubbing Off On Your Kid? 3 Ways to Avoid It
When parents are faced with their own anxiety, it can take over their life. Learn how to prevent children from becoming anxious too with three easy strategies! I don't have an anxiety diagnosis. But, anxiety has been something I've struggled with for most of my...
Top 10 Sensory Swings for Kid’s Development and Sensory Processing
Sensory swings can help a child calm down, improve attention, and following directions. Learn the top 10 sensory swings for kids and how to use them safely with your child. Sensory swings are a powerful tool to support and encourage any child's development. They...
9 Tricks for Kids That Hate Brushing Their Teeth
I hear from parents all the time, "Help, my child won't brush her teeth!" Discover why and get 9 powerful tips to help your child move past the refusals, battles, and tantrums quick. Affiliate links used below. It's a non-negotiable. It doesn't matter how...
How to Use Essential Oils to Calm Anxious Kids
Learn which essential oils for an anxious child may help them calm and relax. And, 4 easy ways to use essential oils that empower children and teach them how to self calm when their emotions feel bigger they are. My husband had just come home and he plopped a...
Easy Obstacle Course to Improve Handwriting
Does your child need some help with their handwriting, fine motor, and letter recognition skills? These 6 activities that can be used alone or in an obstacle course are perfect for preschool and kindergarten age kids, and are easily adapted for older kids too! ...
3 Ways to Figure Out if Your Kid Has Sensory Over or Under Processing
In order to help your child overcome or manage their sensory needs, it's critical to understand if your child is over or under processing sensations. Come find out 3 ways to figure out what your child's sensory needs are! The last few weeks we've talked...
How to Use Joint Compressions to Focus and Calm
Joint compressions are a free and powerful sensory tool to use to help kids calm down and follow directions! Learn how to do them the right way and when you shouldn't use them as a sensory activity... It's definitely not common knowledge. It even sounds a...
Does Your Picky Eater Have Sensory Issues?
Many picky eaters are selective about textures because of their sensory processing, but is sensory affecting other areas of their life? Find out if it is and what you can do today to help them... Before she even started class, she told me, "I don't think her...
The Hidden Reason Your Kid is Super Sensitive, Hyper, or Bad!
So many kids are commonly labeled as super sensitive, hyperactive, or just plain bad. But, there's often a reason for these behaviors and challenges that most parents aren't taught about. Find out what it is... We like to put labels on things. Everything from our food...
How to Use Deep Pressure the Right Way
Learn how to use deep pressure to help your kid calm down and focus. And, discover over 9 deep pressure activities you can use in your home. Do you have a kid that loves to crawl into tight spaces? Do they give great big bear hugs? Or, maybe they love to...
Incredible Child Development Toys to Help Your Child Thrive
Not all toys are created equal! Come find out my top pics for the best child development toys as a pediatric occupational therapist for all ages of kids from babies to toddlers to preschoolers to school aged children. Get the most out of the toys you give your child....
Genius Hacks to Survive the Holidays with Sensory Kids
The holidays with a sensory kid can add another whole layer of stress, but despite all the extra stimulation, I've got 23 hacks to not only help you survive, but also to enjoy the season. Long before Theo was ever her kid, she imagined taking her future...
What If Your Kid Isn’t Listening Because of Auditory Processing Difficulties?
Auditory processing difficulties are often missed in kids especially when they're mild to moderate. Find out how they could be affecting your child and what you can do to help them listen and follow directions better than ever before! I still...
7 Awesome Sensory Activities Using a Yoga Ball
Learn 7 easy ways to use a therapy ball to give your child a ton of sensory input! Plus, get the scoop on what different types of sensory balls are used for. There are all sorts of sensory toys and tools out there that are pretty fun, but not every...
5 Ways to Use a Scooter Board for Sensory Input
Learn how to use a scooter board to help your child with their sensory needs all while having fun! And, find my top picks and how to DIY a scooter board! Affiliate links used below. See our full disclosure. If you asked me what my favorite sensory or therapy...
Learn Crossing Midline Activities to Improve Your Child’s Development!
Why you need to know what crossing midline is for your child's development! Plus, 6 therapeutic crossing midline activities you can do at home easily. Have you heard of crossing midline before? It's one of those occupational therapy/sensory integration things...
17 Cool Summer Sensory Activities That Help Kids
Discover awesome sensory activities that are E-A-S-Y and prefect for summer! These activities are designed to promote development and learning no matter what age your child is. Every summer there's one thing I make sure I do with my kids, and that's have...
How to Resolve a Parenting Disagreement So Your Child Gets the Help They Need
Frustrated and feel like you'll never get your spouse on board with how you want to parent your child or address problems they're facing? Learn 3 simple ways to end the fighting and finally get on the same page. At one time or another, most kids...
Ridiculously Do-Able Sensory Integration Activities to Use at Home
Sensory integration activities can have a massive impact on a child's development. Learn powerful ones that are easy for parents to do at home! I was so proud of him as he pulled himself up the small wooden ramp on a scooter board, as he crossed his arms one...
Why Bilateral Integration is Critical for Kids and Activities to Improve It
Learn what you, as a parent, need to know about bilateral integration and how it can affect your child's ability to write, read, and even pay attention in school. And, get over 13 easy bilateral coordination activities for your child. It's something most...
Easy Ways to Help Your Kid Focus on Homework
Teach your child how to focus on homework with these easy tips, ideas, and strategies so you can stop the nagging and daily battles over getting it done! You feel guilty, you should be looking forward to seeing your kid after a long day, but you know...
Simple Calming Activities for Active or Overwhelmed Kids to Start Today!
Calming activities have the power to change how your child interacts, learns, and communicates if they're very active or get overwhelmed easily. Someday they'll thank you for teaching them how to calm down! Imagine your child when they get out of the car after...
Cooking with Your Kids – Recipes
Natural Weight Gain Smoothie Recipe for Kids
Worried about your child's weight? Try this easy healthy high calorie weight gain smoothie recipe that's specifically designed for toddlers and kids. Help picky eaters to gain weight! Affiliate links used below. Affiliate links used below. See our full...
Healthy Kid-Friendly Meals For Picky Eaters
25+ healthy meals for picky eaters that are easy and kid friendly. Free PDF printable with meal ideas! We've all done it. You're scrolling on social media with hopeful excitement and see a super healthy meal that any picky eater will supposedly eat. You decide it...
7 Fun Ways to Serve Watermelon to Kids
Discover the benefits of watermelon for kids and 7 fun and easy ways to serve watermelon to kids that will have them gobbling it up! Affiliate links used below. See our full disclosure. Want to get your kid interested in watermelon and have some...
Surprisingly Delicious + Healthy Homemade Kale Chips: A Perfect After School Snack!
Kale is an amazing super food and this kale chips recipe is a perfect way to get it into your kids, even if they're a picky eater. Enjoy these kale chips as an after school snack or side dish! In the chaos of getting a 4 year old out of the door after a...
Chocolate Dipped Fruit Pops: An easy healthy dessert recipe for kids
Try this delicious and easy healthy dessert for kids... chocolate dipped fruit pops. Two different ways to make them and only 2 main ingredients, you probably have what you need to make them right now! Kid got a sweet tooth, and you want some healthy...
Kid-Approved Chicken Skewers: A Healthy Protein They’ll Devour!
This chicken skewers for kids recipe is not only delicious, it's kid-approved. Even picky eater approved! This recipe has a few special tricks that will get kids asking for more... One thing I hear from Your Kid's Table followers ALL THE TIME is that they...
7 Day Easy Peasy Meal Plan for Kids + Families
Want a 7-day meal plan for kids that includes meals for breakfast, lunch, snack, and dinner time? Find these easy, do-able, and healthy recipes inside that are perfect for the whole family! Another day, another dinner to make. Does anyone else feel that...
Green Bean Recipe That Kids Will Chow Down On!
Try this crazy simple way to cook green beans for kids! Learn the special twist to preparing green beans so that your kid comes back for more. Perfect for picky eaters too, with just 5 minutes of prep time. If you're like most parents, you wish your kids would...
Crispy Whole Roasted Cauliflower Recipe: A Perfect Veggie Recipe for Kids
Learn how to make a delicious whole roasted cauliflower recipe that kids, and even picky eaters, will love. It's unique, easy, and only has a few simple ingredients! Not too long ago, my husband was flipping through a recipe book a friend had passed along to...
The Picky Eater Approved Chicken Nugget Recipe
Want your picky eater to eat meat or chicken? I've used this recipe to get my own kids, and many others, eating meat because of a special, but easy, technique. Find out what it is and the best way to serve your picky eater. There are two types of food that most...
Clever Foods to Try With Picky Eaters
A mega list of easy and healthy foods for picky eaters so that you can mix up those meals that are the same day in and day out, and help them learn to eat new and different foods without a battle. Affiliate links used below. See our full disclosure. Foods...
No Trouble Baked Potato Skin Recipe for Picky Kids
Yummy baked potato skins that your whole family will love, even picky eaters. Simple and nutritious as a side dish or appetizer! Print out the recipe... A lot of people assume that my kids gobble loads of veggies and lean proteins at every meal because I'm a...
Scrumptious Gluten Free Meatball Recipe for the Whole Family
Forget that gluten free meatball recipe that tastes like cardboard and try this juicy delicious recipe that you'd never guess is GF! It's perfect for kids and you'll find tips for picky eaters, toddlers, and babies too. Meatballs are a great table...
Low Sugar Snacks That You Can Feel Good About Serving
Want to feel good about the snacks you're feeding your child? Try these 21 different low sugar snacks for kids that you can pull together easily and quickly! Sugar. It's hidden in many of the foods we eat, especially the ones that are marketed towards...
13 Tasty High Fiber Foods That Kids Will Gobble Up
How about some high fiber foods for kids that they'll actually eat to not only increase their overall nutrition, but also help keep them regular in the bathroom and avoid constipation! You probably haven't given fiber for your child much thought unless...
Amazing Foods with Probiotics for Kids that Can Have a Big Impact!
Try these easy foods with probiotics for kids that may have amazing health and behavior benefits! Plus, learn how to make your own probiotic rich foods for your child or toddler. Like most people, for years I've known that probiotics are good for us and surely good...
The Super Easy Healthy School Snack List with Printable
Check out this easy and healthy school snack list with over 20 ideas to send with your child, nut-free included. From preschoolers, kindergartners, or elementary school aged kids and beyond! Do you ever feel overwhelmed when it's your turn to send in a...
11 Simple Ways to Make Yummy Kids Pizza
Easy kid's pizza ideas that are quick and fun. Get more than 10 pizza recipes for kids that are specially designed with them in mind and include ingredients you already have in your fridge! Of course, tips for picky eaters are included. If you ask any of...
Brilliant Breakfast Ideas for Kids that are Nutritious too!
Come get this big list of easy and healthy breakfast ideas for kids that will fill up their tummy. Creative and classic ideas that will pique your child's interest. Plus, tips to help kids eat new breakfast foods, yes even for the picky eater! You know...
Delicious Homemade Hot Pockets Your Kid’s Will Love
Try these easy homemade hot pockets for a family meal, perfect for toddlers to teens, and even picky eaters. Great ideas for vegetarian, pizza, ham and cheese and mini hot pockets. Yum! Raise your hand if you have a kid that LOVES bread! I have three of...
19 Nutritious Bedtime Snacks For Kids
Super easy, healthy, and filling evening snacks for kids. Get new ideas and maybe even have your child eat something new with these fun ideas that kids will get excited about. Ahh, the evening snack for kids. As parents, it makes us feel good to fill their...
The Greatest Toddler Breakfast Ideas, Easy + Healthy
Amazing toddler breakfast ideas that are easy and healthy. Take the stress out of your morning and get peace of mind with more than 15 ideas that your toddler will gobble up. Ugh, I hate that feeling when I'm standing at the refrigerator door staring inside and...
Sore Throat Popsicles for Kids that Soothe and Heal
Soothing popsicles for sore throat made easily in a few minutes, with only 2 ingredients! And, they boost your immune system too. This is a sponsored post, all opinions are my own. Every time my kids get a sore throat I have two challenges that lay...
The Most Awesome Toddler Lunch Ideas You Can Find!
Snag simple toddler lunch ideas for daycare or home with your 1 or 2 year old! Quick, easy, and healthy toddler lunches included in this incredible list! I hate the moment when I realize it's time to feed my kids lunch and I haven't thought about what I'm...
Incredibly Easy Fish Cakes for Kids and Babies
An easy baby and kid friendly fish recipe your child will eat, fish cakes for kids and babies. Quick and delicious with a tasty dip to serve alongside your kid's fish cakes. Plus, tips for serving to babies and picky eaters. Affiliate links are used below. ...
The Essential One-Stop Guide for Easy Toddler Meals
Over 50 easy toddler meals and food ideas for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Plus, special hand picked recipes for picky toddlers and a free printable. It's so easy to fall into a rut of feeding our kids the same things over and over again, especially toddlers, because...
Immune Booster Carrot Cake Smoothie for Kids
Fight back against the germs with this delicious and easy super immune booster smoothie recipe that's perfect for kids too. This is a sponsored post, all opinions are my own. It's that time of year again... cold and flu season. Boooooo! But, honestly, it seems like...
A Quick and Easy Family Dinner Idea that Everyone Will Eat
So, I talk a lot about sitting down together to eat family dinners, and I know it isn't always easy. In fact, it can be really hard. Throw a toddler that barely sits at the table for longer than 3 minutes into the meal, working parents, or a picky eater that...
The Easiest Homemade Mild Taco Seasoning Recipe
Super easy homemade mild taco seasoning recipe with ingredients you already have in your cupboard with no added preservatives! Easily adjustable recipe that's perfect for kids. A staple around our house is tacos. We typically make them with ground turkey, but will...
Family Friendly April Monthly Menu Plan
Family friendly, easy, budget friendly, kid-approved, monthly menu plan with regular food from a mom of three and pediatric OT. For quite some time I have wanted to share my monthly menu plan with you all, and today I FINALLY get to do that. In this post you...
High Fiber Immune Boosting Banana Sweet Potato Pumpkin Bread
Yes, I know it is January and I'm posting about pumpkin bread, but it has been far too long since I have shared a recipe with you! Besides, pumpkin is a wonderful, immune boosting food that you can easily get in a can year round. See my pumpkin waffles/pancakes recipe...
Trying NEW Foods with Kids and Picky Eaters
I felt inspired to type this post up today after my picky eater easily and readily ate spinach on his grilled cheese. I was surprised by how well it went myself, and really wanted to share it with all of you since so many of you find your way here looking for...
Getting Kids to Eat Veggies {Part 2}
In Part 1 of this series on vegetables, which includes some experts from this post, I shared some quick and easy ways to get more vegetables into your kid's diet. And in the Mega List of Vegetable Recipes you have lots of specific recipes to inspire you! But,...
Easy Sorbet Recipe for Kids
Well, it has been a while since I shared a recipe and I just couldn't pass this one up. Before I get to the actual recipe, I wanted to share some strategies on getting your kiddo to expand their variety of foods. Most kids can use a little help in this department,...
Not-Spicy Asian Peanut Sauce Recipe for Kids
I want to share a new recipe I tried and adapted for our family. As I have mentioned previously, I have been having some difficulty with my now 1 year old's (Ahh, I can't believe he's one!) eating. Although, I haven't had to deal with concerns about Isaac's...
Picky Eater Tip: Put it on a Stick!
This is the second post in a regular series I have started, Picky Eater Tips. Click here, if you missed the first tip. Although this tip is great for "picky" eaters, all kids will enjoy it. Kids love to eat food on sticks! I have to admit, I enjoy it myself. In this...
Cooking with Your Kid: Quiche, Made Your Way
Quiche is a perfect, light, summer dish that is very forgiving and versatile. I love to cook anything that requires you to throw everything into one pot or bowl and stir. Also, you can serve it up for breakfast, lunch, or dinner and it reheats well for...
Blueberry Corn Bread
It is Memorial Day Weekend and while we pause to remember the brave men and women that have honored our country, we naturally want to eat that which symbolizes Americana. Cornbread, is one of the first things that comes to mind. Of course, I wanted to up...
Grate It: A Twist on Veggies and Fruits for Your Baby, Toddler, and Kid
Recently, I have come across a few different sites that recommend grating your kid's fruit or veggies. Mostly, this seemed to be a "trick" tactic to get the nutrients in undetected. As you know by now, I am not a fan of "tricking" our kids into eating their fruits and...
Cooking with Your Kid: Paella with Roasted Red Pepper
So I wasn't planning on posting anything about tonight's dinner, but it was such a success I thought it would be helpful to share it. As a result of this impromptu nature, I was only able to grab a last minute picture of the finished product. I hope you...
Kid-friendly Tilapia Recipe: for Babies and Toddlers, Too!
Even your picky eater will love this kid-friendly fish recipe! Learn the health benefits of fish for kids and how to make this delicious tilapia recipe. I'm a little bit of a foodie. I love food and trying new things to eat. I guess I should since it's my job...
Cooking with Your Kid: Pumpkin Waffles
Cooking with your kid is a great way to get them interested in eating their meal and introducing new foods. When we give our kids something new to eat, it often just shows up on their plate, looking totally foreign. They don't know where it came from, what it's going...
Health – Nutrition
9 Tricks to Get Your Child Eating Vegetables with no Drama
How to get your child to eat vegetables when they refuse, without bribing or tricking. Find 9 of the best strategies for when your child or toddler won’t eat vegetables. If I had a dollar for every time I heard, "My child won't eat...
The Best High Calorie Foods for Babies
The best 19 high calorie foods for babies/toddlers, tips for baby weight gain, and high calorie baby food recipes and easy add-ins. Everything you need in one spot! Affiliate links used below. See our full disclosure. There are two reasons parents are often...
Feeding Schedule for 8, 9, and 10 month old Babies
A complete feeding schedule for 8, 9, and 10 month old babies. Plus tips for transitioning to finger foods for an eating schedule with formula or breastmilk. Affiliate links used below. See our full disclosure. Your baby is getting bigger, and they are...
Natural Weight Gain Smoothie Recipe for Kids
Worried about your child's weight? Try this easy healthy high calorie weight gain smoothie recipe that's specifically designed for toddlers and kids. Help picky eaters to gain weight! Affiliate links used below. Affiliate links used below. See our full...
How Much Milk Should A Toddler Drink? (Parent Guide)
Do toddlers stop drinking milk? How much milk does a 1 year old need? Or, a 2 year old? Get the answer, plus the best sippy cup for milk! In the first year of a baby’s life, milk is a big deal! As parents, we learn very quickly from everything we read and are...
8 Tips for the Child that Won’t Eat Anything But Junk Food!
Help, my child won't eat anything but junk food! Learn how to get kids to eat healthy with 8 little known tips and tricks while keeping your sanity... I couldn't even guess how many times I've had a parent tell me, "My child won't eat anything but junk food."...
22 Natural Laxative For Kids Constipation: Quick Relief
Learn about natural laxatives for kids' constipation to give them quick relief, without the use of Miralax as a stool softener. Affiliate links used below See our full disclosure. Constipation has been an issue in my house for the last 3.5 years. It is a huge thorn...
7 Fun Ways to Serve Watermelon to Kids
Discover the benefits of watermelon for kids and 7 fun and easy ways to serve watermelon to kids that will have them gobbling it up! Affiliate links used below. See our full disclosure. Want to get your kid interested in watermelon and have some...
10 Ways to Keep Your Kid Hydrated
Learn how to help kids stay hydrated, what their water intake should be every day, best hydrations drinks for kids, and signs of dehydration in this complete guide! Affiliate links used below. See our full disclosure. Ever wonder if your kid is...
How to Spoon Feed Baby the Right Way!
Learn how to spoon feed baby even if you're using baby led weaning, and how to troubleshoot baby gagging, throwing food on the floor, and more! Affiliate links used below. See our full disclosure. Starting solid foods is an exciting time for you...
8 Tips for Kids that Won’t Eat Breakfast Before School
Are you frustrated and worried about your kids that won't eat breakfast? Find out if you need to be worried, and 8 powerful tips that could help your child get some food in their belly before school. Affiliate links used below. See our full disclosure....
12 Healthy Snack Alternatives to Maximize Kid’s Nutrition
Try these 12 different healthy snacks for kids that require no prep from you! They're perfect for the crunchy carb-loving picky eater kid and any family that wants to get the most nutrition possible out of easy snack foods! Affiliate links used below. See our...
8 Tips for Nursing Moms Returning to Work With a Baby That Won’t Take A Bottle!
Need your baby to take a bottle before you go back to work, try these 8 tips from a momma and OT to give you some peace of mind while you’re working! When I picked my oldest son up from daycare for the first time, I heard words that had me spiraling into a...
How to Use Food Chaining to Expand Your Picky Eater’s Diet
What is food chaining? Get the answer and learn what ages it's best for and how to use this effective feeding therapy strategy to help any kid, especially picky eaters, learn to eat new foods. She posted a picture of lamb souvlaki, complete with...
Surprisingly Delicious + Healthy Homemade Kale Chips: A Perfect After School Snack!
Kale is an amazing super food and this kale chips recipe is a perfect way to get it into your kids, even if they're a picky eater. Enjoy these kale chips as an after school snack or side dish! In the chaos of getting a 4 year old out of the door after a...
How to Travel Stress Free with Your Picky Eater
Learn 9 easy tricks to travel and go on vacation stress free with a picky eater for your next trip. And, take advantage of a couple of simple ways to get your kid trying new foods while on vacation! Vacation is supposed to be relaxing, but with a major...
Kid-Approved Chicken Skewers: A Healthy Protein They’ll Devour!
This chicken skewers for kids recipe is not only delicious, it's kid-approved. Even picky eater approved! This recipe has a few special tricks that will get kids asking for more... One thing I hear from Your Kid's Table followers ALL THE TIME is that they...
5 Ways to Ease Your Child’s Constipation
Constipation has become common in children, and not only is it uncomfortable, but it also can affect what and how much food a child eats! Learn how to ease your kids constipation so they can eat and feel well... For kids who are selective eaters, getting in...
Green Bean Recipe That Kids Will Chow Down On!
Try this crazy simple way to cook green beans for kids! Learn the special twist to preparing green beans so that your kid comes back for more. Perfect for picky eaters too, with just 5 minutes of prep time. If you're like most parents, you wish your kids would...
How to Remove Processed Foods From Your Family’s Diet
Ready to remove or decrease processed foods from your family's diet? I have you covered with 7 simple steps that are painless and eliminate stress. You can do this! A couple of days ago, I got a text from my neighbor that read: "We are working really hard to...
Crispy Whole Roasted Cauliflower Recipe: A Perfect Veggie Recipe for Kids
Learn how to make a delicious whole roasted cauliflower recipe that kids, and even picky eaters, will love. It's unique, easy, and only has a few simple ingredients! Not too long ago, my husband was flipping through a recipe book a friend had passed along to...
5 Weight Gain Tips for Picky Kids & Toddlers
Learn 5 ways to safely increase weight gain for kids. A must read for parents of picky eaters or babies and toddlers that are refusing food. Get weight gain recipes and high calorie ingredients too! Affiliate links used below. When your child doesn't eat well...
3 Summer Dinner Ideas That Will Get Kids Eating New Foods
Snag these 3 easy and fun dinner ideas to use with your family on a summer day for dinner. They're clever and may just have your child reaching to try a new food. It can be tricky to get kids to try new foods, especially picky eaters. But, we can leverage an...
No Trouble Baked Potato Skin Recipe for Picky Kids
Yummy baked potato skins that your whole family will love, even picky eaters. Simple and nutritious as a side dish or appetizer! Print out the recipe... A lot of people assume that my kids gobble loads of veggies and lean proteins at every meal because I'm a...
Scrumptious Gluten Free Meatball Recipe for the Whole Family
Forget that gluten free meatball recipe that tastes like cardboard and try this juicy delicious recipe that you'd never guess is GF! It's perfect for kids and you'll find tips for picky eaters, toddlers, and babies too. Meatballs are a great table...
Low Sugar Snacks That You Can Feel Good About Serving
Want to feel good about the snacks you're feeding your child? Try these 21 different low sugar snacks for kids that you can pull together easily and quickly! Sugar. It's hidden in many of the foods we eat, especially the ones that are marketed towards...
13 Tasty High Fiber Foods That Kids Will Gobble Up
How about some high fiber foods for kids that they'll actually eat to not only increase their overall nutrition, but also help keep them regular in the bathroom and avoid constipation! You probably haven't given fiber for your child much thought unless...
How to Soothe Your Child’s Cold Naturally
Give your child or toddler safe relief from that nasty cold with these 5 natural remedies that soothe! It was a heartbreaking moment, and I felt totally helpless. My two year old was laying in my arms with a cough that sounded like a seal basking in the...
49 Quick Finger Foods for Toddlers to Make Meals Easy
Healthy, safe, and easy finger foods for toddlers that will make putting a meal in front of them a snap. Steak salad topped with pomegranate seeds and Gorgonzola crumbles. Chicken fajitas with spicy peppers and onions. Roasted lamb with cucumber sauce. These...
Amazing Foods with Probiotics for Kids that Can Have a Big Impact!
Try these easy foods with probiotics for kids that may have amazing health and behavior benefits! Plus, learn how to make your own probiotic rich foods for your child or toddler. Like most people, for years I've known that probiotics are good for us and surely good...
The Super Easy Healthy School Snack List with Printable
Check out this easy and healthy school snack list with over 20 ideas to send with your child, nut-free included. From preschoolers, kindergartners, or elementary school aged kids and beyond! Do you ever feel overwhelmed when it's your turn to send in a...
11 Simple Ways to Make Yummy Kids Pizza
Easy kid's pizza ideas that are quick and fun. Get more than 10 pizza recipes for kids that are specially designed with them in mind and include ingredients you already have in your fridge! Of course, tips for picky eaters are included. If you ask any of...
Brilliant Breakfast Ideas for Kids that are Nutritious too!
Come get this big list of easy and healthy breakfast ideas for kids that will fill up their tummy. Creative and classic ideas that will pique your child's interest. Plus, tips to help kids eat new breakfast foods, yes even for the picky eater! You know...
8 Insider Parenting Secrets Nobody Ever Tells You
Kids don't come with a handbook, and it's so easy to never be told valuable parenting advice from an expert that can change how you parent and help your child develop. I'm revealing 8 of these surprising parenting tips... Did you ever have one of those parenting...
How to Teach Your Child to Eat Nutritiously without Begging, Bribing, or Pleading!
What you need to know about teaching kids about nutrition and the one big mistake that often backfires. And, learn easy nutrition activities for kids and toddlers! As a mom to three boys that are getting older by the day, I find myself...
Sore Throat Popsicles for Kids that Soothe and Heal
Soothing popsicles for sore throat made easily in a few minutes, with only 2 ingredients! And, they boost your immune system too. This is a sponsored post, all opinions are my own. Every time my kids get a sore throat I have two challenges that lay...
Incredibly Easy Fish Cakes for Kids and Babies
An easy baby and kid friendly fish recipe your child will eat, fish cakes for kids and babies. Quick and delicious with a tasty dip to serve alongside your kid's fish cakes. Plus, tips for serving to babies and picky eaters. Affiliate links are used below. ...
The Essential One-Stop Guide for Easy Toddler Meals
Over 50 easy toddler meals and food ideas for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Plus, special hand picked recipes for picky toddlers and a free printable. It's so easy to fall into a rut of feeding our kids the same things over and over again, especially toddlers, because...
Immune Booster Carrot Cake Smoothie for Kids
Fight back against the germs with this delicious and easy super immune booster smoothie recipe that's perfect for kids too. This is a sponsored post, all opinions are my own. It's that time of year again... cold and flu season. Boooooo! But, honestly, it seems like...
Does Your Child Need Vitamins?
Do you ever wonder if your child needs a vitamin, especially if they are a picky eater? It's a common question and a legitimate concern for sure. To be honest, it's one I've wondered myself. That's why I turned to the amazing Sarah Remmer, a Pediatric Registered...
Mega List of Vegetable Recipes for Kids
Wish your kid would eat more veggies? Most parents do! This collection of vegetable recipes for kids will inspire you and get your kid eating! Ugh, vegetables, aren't they the thorn in most parents side? I know very few parents that are happy with the amount of...
Is Your Picky Eater Healthy?
The biggest reason picky eating is incredibly stressful for parents is because parents are worried that their child isn't getting enough nutrition or calories to be healthy and growing well. I have heard the questions hundreds of times: "My son doesn't eat...
A Hidden Cause of Picky Eating: Acid Reflux
This post is sponsored by Maty's Healthy Products. I will be the first to admit that there are many causes to picky eating, and most often there are several layers to the problem. However, working to get to the bottom of why the whole thing started has a lot of value...
Does Organic Matter (and Other Food Questions Parents Ask)?
Does it matter if you give your child organic foods? Should you worry about artificial food dyes? Is processed food okay? Oh my, the list could go on and on. I've been wanting to tackle this topic for a while because I think it is really important for parents...
Does Your Child Eat Enough Variety?
What is the biggest frustration parents usually have with picky eaters... The lack of variety! That is the very definition of a picky eater, right? Even parents that wouldn't consider their kids to be picky eaters would usually prefer their kids to eat a...
Family Friendly April Monthly Menu Plan
Family friendly, easy, budget friendly, kid-approved, monthly menu plan with regular food from a mom of three and pediatric OT. For quite some time I have wanted to share my monthly menu plan with you all, and today I FINALLY get to do that. In this post you...
How to Help Picky Eaters Take Medicine
*This is a sponsored post. It's that time of year... The weather is changing... Kids are in school... Germs are being shared... Kids are getting sick. While there are certainly measures we can take to prevent these infections, sometimes they are just...
The Ultimate List of Baby/Toddler Meal Ideas
Huge list of toddler and baby meal ideas. Perfect for baby led weaning, transitioning to table foods, or toddlers. Meals the whole family can eat. Three years ago, I wrote a big list of baby finger food ideas (when my second child was in this stage), and...
How to Overcome Chronic Constipation in Children
Discover a secret cause of chronic constipation in children, and learn natural remedies to overcome it quickly and effectively without all the stress. Plus, a poop massage tutorial. Last year I posted an article on constipation relief in...
5 Ways to Make Sure Your Kid’s Immune System is Strong
Get serious about fighting germs and strengthen your child's immune system with 5 different immune boosters for kids. Plus, get a list of powerful nutrients and foods to include in their diet! Although we are in the heart of the season for colds, viruses, and the...
High Fiber Immune Boosting Banana Sweet Potato Pumpkin Bread
Yes, I know it is January and I'm posting about pumpkin bread, but it has been far too long since I have shared a recipe with you! Besides, pumpkin is a wonderful, immune boosting food that you can easily get in a can year round. See my pumpkin waffles/pancakes recipe...
Children’s Books to Help with Picky Eating
Picky eating is often a complicated problem that could potentially have many layers to it. I don't expect a children's book to solve your child's issues around food, but having the "right" book gives you the opportunity to talk about food in a positive way that...
Toddler Portion Sizes: Everything You Need to Know
How much does your toddler need to eat? What are the appropriate toddler portion sizes and recommendations? This guide will answer all of that and much more! Parent's frequently ask me how much their child needs to be eating, especially toddlers. Parents get...
Getting Kids to Eat Veggies {Part 2}
In Part 1 of this series on vegetables, which includes some experts from this post, I shared some quick and easy ways to get more vegetables into your kid's diet. And in the Mega List of Vegetable Recipes you have lots of specific recipes to inspire you! But,...
How Much Sugar is in Your Kid’s Food?
Sugar. We know our kids shouldn't have a lot of it. We know cookies, cake, and soda are loaded with it. If we only give our kids those high-sugar special foods in moderation, then we are moderating their sugar, right... Sadly, the answer is no! Many of the everyday...
