by Lighthouse Healthcare | Nov 16, 2017 | Children's Appetite, Picky Eaters
Picky Eaters Children between the ages of 1 and 5 years of age are often “picky eaters”. The mean age is between 3 years and more pronounced in girls than boys. They go through phases where they want to eat and at times they’ve completely lost their appetite. Unless...
by Betty Mutiso | Apr 25, 2016 | Picky Eaters
Most toddlers go through a phase of only eating a few particular foods. This is a normal part of their development. It’s partly because of something called food neophobia, which is a fear of new foods. Many toddlers experience this around the age of two. Rest assured,...
by Betty Mutiso | Apr 21, 2016 | Children's Appetite
Early childhood is a critical period of development. During this time, children develop eating habits that will influence their relationships with food for a lifetime. Toddlers are often picky or refuse to eat altogether, making mealtime a real challenge. But there...
