Weaning your baby is a big milestone. It’s an exciting time, but it’s not always plain sailing and you’re bound to have a few issues along the way. We’ll show you how to overcome common weaning problems, from fussy eating to coping with new textures and dealing with mealtime mess.
Does your baby struggle with lumpier textures? Gagging can be frightening, but remember chewing is a skill that takes time to master, and there are things you can do to help her learn.
If your child won’t eat her greens, you’re not alone – but it’s not just veg that toddlers refuse. We look at why fussy eating happens, and offer tricks and tips to help them enjoy a more varied diet.
Fed up of throwing away leftovers, or is slow eating driving you to distraction? We’ll teach you how to clear her plate more quickly. And if food seems to go everywhere except her mouth, here’s how to stay sane through the messy phase.
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Fussy eating
Fussy eating – why does it happen?
Five great books for fussy eaters
10 ways to beat fussy eating
25 tricks to tempt fussy eaters
Using a start chart with your fussy eater
Can I use pudding as a reward?
How to cope with a fussy baby at 7-9 months
How to cope with a fussy baby at 10-12 months
My baby will only eat fruit and no vegetables
How can I get my child to eat more meat and fish?
My baby refuses his milk – how can I make sure he’s getting enough?
How can I get my child to eat brown bread?
How can I get my toddler to eat more vegetables?
Lumps and texture
How to cope when your baby refuses lumps
How to cope with gagging
How to help your baby learn to chew
Mealtime battles
How can I get my toddler to clear her plate?
How can I get my toddler to eat more quickly?
What do I do if my children all want different meals?
How to avoid mealtime battles
Keep the stress out of messy eating
How to cope with a messy eater
Nutrition and allergies
Is your child overweight?
Food allergies – what you need to know before you wean
Spotting the symptoms of a food allergy
