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Son Won't Try New Foods
Asked by C.T. from Dallas
on August 29, 2009
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My son started kindergarten this week and is the pickiest eater in the world. I'm not sure where my husband and I went wrong or if he was just made the way he is, but...
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- My son is in the 4th grade and eats less that this.....I'd consider yourself lucky if he'll eat everything you mentioned. Those are all easily packable. My son won't...
- My son just started kindergarten, hes a picky eater too, and doesn't like things mixed. I have been sending him a sandwitch with ham and cheese on wheat bread with no ...
- I don't have a picky eater like your son (well, time will tell on the almost 2 year old), but you've gotten some good advice. Fortunately, he likes healthy options th...
Picky Eater
Asked by C.D. from Atlanta
on May 12, 2008
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Does anybody have any advice on how to get my three year old to eat better? He is getting more and more picky and it is getting very frustrating.
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- well, it's difficult but I have noticed something our doctor said is that kids eat in stages like their growing spurts, sometimes lots of veggies other times lots of p...
- I agree with the first poster , if its that he only likes one or 2 things that will change with time, he's not going to wither away to nothing. give him a vitaman ever...
- You weren't very specific on how your son is picky so here are the two differnt ways kids can be picky....... If he is refusing to eat just keep putting food in fro...
Teen with Picky Eating Habits (Extreme)
Asked by J.W. from St. Louis
on July 26, 2008
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I have a 14 year old step-son who will only eat about 20 foods. Most of which are typical "party foods" like hamburger (plain), chicken nuggets, cheese pizza etc. I...
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- We are raising 2 granddaughters, 13 and 14, the oldest is a really picky eater. The first 5 years of their lives, their mom would take them for 3 hours - 1 1/2 weeks ...
- I read through the other responses and they are all have great advice...if you can get them to work. The problem is, they probably won't. I am a 35 year old who stil...
- I wonder if he might not have a food allergy or sensitivity. It seems like he tends to "crave" gluten (wheat) containing foods. Some people with food intolerance hav...
How Do Kids Become Picky Eaters?
Asked by J.V. from Chicago
on February 22, 2009
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I'm just curious if anyone has any theories on picking eating? Last night we were at a Mexican restaurant with our 11.5 years old. My daughter LOVES Mexican. So ther...
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- If you've made it to 11 1/2 years w/out her being a picky eater, I think you're beyond the point of having to worry about her being picky. I have a 7 year old who is ...
- If she's a good eater now, she probably always will be...unless she goes to nursing school like my SIL and decided that she won't eat pork anymore. Have a friend whos...
- This is just my opinion. My son is five and not a picky eater. We do not fight about food. Ever since he was old enough to eat table food, I give him whatever we are e...
Looking for a Pediatrician
Asked by A.H. from Philadelphia
on January 15, 2009
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I am looking for a pediatrician in the Hatboro/Horsham/Willow Grove area. I am new to this as far as finding a doctor. My ex is in the military so I am used to going t...
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- Hi Anna, My kids are little (8 months and 3), but I LOVE Abington Pediatrics. They have twoi offices one in the Hatboror area on Blair Mill Road and the other accro...
- Hi A. - I really love Valley Pediatrics. They are located in Warminster which is only a few miles from that area. I live in Dresher and it takes only 15 minutes for me...
- Hello! I take my kids to Meadowbrook Pediatrics. My kids are young but I do see children of all ages in there. They are located in the medical building of Holy Rede...
How to Sneak More Fiber into 3Yo's Diet?
Asked by A.S. from Indianapolis
on August 10, 2009
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I need some simple ideas to get my 3yo to eat more fiber. He has been complaining about his bottom hurting when he goes to the bathroom and I know he's not getting eno...
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- There is something like it but it requires a scrip. My daughter in law had to get it for the grandbaby. He refusses to drink it now. Even though they say you can't tas...
- I know you've already written your update, but I wanted to let you know about a good cookbook called Deceptively Delicious by Jerry Seinfeld's wife. It has a bunch of...
- Mix milled flax seed into anything you can. Pancakes, smoothies........ Mirilax is a laxative that is safe for all ages. 1/2 adult dosage is good for kids (doctor...
Picky Pickerton
Asked by J.A. from Amarillo
on July 25, 2008
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Hello ladies, I have a 9 yr old son (10 in Oct) who picks at his privates ALL THE TIME!!! I am at my witts end, it drives me crazy, and I do not want kids at school to...
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- Maybe that area is very sensitive so it may be the type of detergent you are using or his bath soap. I would try switching one at a time to see if either helps!
- You might try changing detergents, or having him use powder after his shower/bath. He might be getting sweaty and itchy, which I think might cause a fungal infection. ...
- If he's SCRATCHING, check out these 4 possibilities: 1) Contact dermatitis, from contact with irritating soaps or laundry detergent. In my 23 years as a mom, I have ...
Difficulty Finding Table Foods 22Mo. Son Will Eat
Asked by F.H. from Dallas
on August 31, 2008
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Our son is extremely picky with his food. He always has been and is only slowly overcoming a sensitive gag-reflex. I experiment with different foods (PB&J, eggs, sou...
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- Hi F., my suggestion is to feed your son whatever you and the rest of your family eat. Cut it into small bite-sized pieces and put it on his tray or on a plate and off...
- At almost 2 - it is a phase - and I would definitely try to wean baby foods - my kids liked the baby food oatmeal texture way better than adult, but had given that up...
- My son was almost 2 1/2 before he stopped eating the baby food oatmeal with a jar of baby food fruit swirled inside for breakfast. He also had yogurt for a bedtime sn...
Seeking Advice on Feeding a Picky Toddler
Asked by J.M. from Philadelphia
on January 16, 2009
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I have a 3.5 year old son, Justin, and another baby due just before Valentine's Day. When Justin first started eating solid food he was very picky and I thought that i...
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- J. I agree with denise,you have to think outside of the box. its easier to give into their desires,I know I do it. Once I put my mind to it,I think of different thing...
- My 3.5 yr old is also pretty picky but I have learned to ask him to try what we are having for dinner- no more fixing chicken nuggets to get him to eat. He will eat wh...
- Hi J.-The bright side is that he eats fruit/veggies/protein sources. That's good news. A friend recently sent the link to CHOP's healthy cookbook. www.chop.edu\he...
Reselling Nice Clothes
Asked by T.C. from Dallas
on August 8, 2009
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I am very picky when I buy my son's clothes. I prefer Gymboree and Gap since they look nice and hold up well. My son has grown out of his 6-12 month clothes and I wa...
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- If you need the money, ebay is the way to go. If you don't, then I agree with TF, donating is the best.
- Like you, I've always purchased good clothing. It is a shame because the resell stores do not give you anything. We found that it is best for us to donate the go...
- Hey T., Kid to Kid and OUAC don't give much $ compared to what you paid for the clothes. Try www.craigslist.com Post your ad and your prices! for free I've h...
