At Luxury Family Hotels, we understand mealtimes with young children can be a challenge. That’s why we’re here to help our guests turn food into fun. Friend of LFH, Charlotte Stirling-Reed, The Baby & Child Nutritionist, shares five simple tips to help your child enjoy foods more.
- Have Family Meals More Often
Eating together as a family can make mealtimes more enjoyable and less stressful for children. It provides a great opportunity for them to see you enjoying a variety of foods, which can encourage them to try new things.
- Get Them Involved in Mealtimes
Involve your child in meal preparation, from choosing recipes to helping with simple tasks like washing vegetables. This can make them more interested in the food they eat and more likely to try new foods.
- Let Them Have Some Choice
Allow your child to have a say in what they eat by offering a few healthy options. This can give them a sense of control and make them more willing to try different foods.
- Make Sure Mealtimes Are Pressure-Free
Avoid pressuring your child to eat certain foods or finish everything on their plate. Creating a relaxed and positive mealtime environment can help them develop a healthy relationship with food.
- Try Buffet-Style Dinners
Offering a variety of foods in a buffet-style setup can make mealtimes more fun and give your child the freedom to choose what they want to eat. This can encourage them to try new foods without feeling forced.
These tips can help make mealtimes more enjoyable and encourage your child to develop a positive attitude towards food. For more help and support check out Charlotte's Fussy Eating Crash Course.
