It’s pretty common for children to go through a fussy eating period. In fact, it’s a normal protective process to become aware of what goes in the mouth. After all, it saved our ancestors from eating poisonous or unsafe foods. For a range of reasons, some children do need more support to feel comfortable to try (and eat) a variety of foods (eventually). In this blog you will find our four top tips to reduce fussy eating

Children are more likely to be exposed to a variety of fruit and vegetables when sharing a platter, perhaps something they’ve never even tried before! This is really important to understand the different colours, textures and flavours and how they can discuss this with everyone (including what they do and don’t like). To find out how to share fruit and vegetable platters safely

Is this going to affect how well my child eats? Many great cooks have grown up in homes where the food offered may not have won any awards. What we know about feeding children now is that how food is offered and respected in the home plays more importance than what is offered. Read about how having a few basic dishes and some meal times strategies can make the world of difference to how you feel about feeding your family

By sucking their fingers, a parent’s fingers and objects like a blanket, your baby uses its mouth to explore their world and this starts from birth. It is also one way babies may self soothe and find comfort. As your baby develops, they will bring objects like toys to their mouth to gum and teethe on them. Read more about why this is an important developmental stage and why it is an important step towards feeding solids

How can we as parents use books, shows, movies to help our children learn more about respect, diversity and equity from an early age? We know all bodies deserve love and respect. Read more about how you select books, shows and movies to help you do this.