so, i'm curious how everyone deals with picky eaters? my youngest is going through this phase where everything green is apparently the enemy. i've tried the whole 'make it fun' approach with smiley face veggies and all, but it's just not cutting it. at one point, i even tried hiding veggies in her favorite foods, but she's got this sixth sense for detecting anything healthy. i'm running low on ideas and patience. anyone else been through this? what worked for you? also, i read somewhere that getting kids involved in cooking helps them get excited about food. has anyone tried that? would love to hear your experiences!

Getting kids involved in cooking can be a game-changer! When my little one went through a similar phase, letting her pick out veggies at the store and helping wash or mix them in the kitchen made a big difference. It gave her a sense of ownership over her meals, and she was more willing to try what she had helped create. Another trick that worked for us was serving veggies with a favorite dip or sauce. Sometimes, a little ranch or hummus can make broccoli seem a lot more appealing. Keep experimenting, and remember, it’s a phase that many kids go through. Eventually, they grow out of it. Hang in there! 😊

Oh, picky eaters can be quite the challenge! My son went through a similar phase where anything remotely healthy was a no-go. What surprisingly worked for us was turning it into a game. We'd have "taste test challenges" where he'd try a tiny bite of something new and rate it on a silly scale, like "Super Yummy" to "Not My Favorite." It made the process fun and less about the veggies themselves.

Getting kids involved in cooking is definitely worth a shot! When my daughter got to help make her own mini pizzas, she was more open to adding a few veggies on top. It might take some time, but keep experimenting with different approaches. Sometimes, persistence and a little creativity go a long way! 😊

As someone who's seen first hand how this transfers in to adulthood, it's certainly very restrictive and difficult, especially for example in relationships. I guess my point is although it may be difficult, I would always advocate for sticking with forcing young ones to experience and try new things. Likewise, if you're a fussy adult - don't act that way in front of your children!