New food naysayers: Struggling to get your child to eat new foods?
Did you know? It can take up to 15 exposures before kids tolerate or even try a new food.
Try this:
- Get creative by exposing them to the food in different ways, through sensory play, cooking together and playful presentations.
- Take the pressure off: By offering continued exposure without any pressure to actually eat the food, you're laying the foundation for your child to eventually try and enjoy the food.
- Persistence pays off: Don't give up after just a few attempts. With patience and persistence, your child may surprise you by embracing foods they once rejected.
Dr. Rachel explains the importance of exposure in this bite-sized (90 sec) video below.
