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6 steps to calm and happy mealtimes

This guide includes the 6 steps you can take to get your child eating better with more variety, reduce stress and create happier mealtimes.

Includes a meal planning guide, template and fun ways to get them to eat more.

I don't think I know a parent that likes food mess

I don't think I know a parent that likes food mess. It can make mealtimes alot more stressful!
In fact some parents can dislike it so much that it can prevent the child from exploring foods and getting messy.
I have discovered from working with parents that this is sometimes the case. By preventing them from getting messy and exploring food it means less exposure through their senses and less opportunity to get used to new foods.
So if you are in need of some ways to overcome your fear of mess then hear goes...
My top tips for crushing your fear of mess are:
1. ✅ Be prepared and expect mess - have a mess mat down and put a scoop bib on them so it makes it easier to clean.
2. ✅ Dont clean as you go. Wait until the end of the mealtime and then clean up.
3. ✅ Allow plenty of time for mealtimes so they can explore and then you are not stressed about rushing.
I would love to hear of any top tips you have for crushing your fear of mess.
Please drop a comment below.
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My go to way to get my child to eat.. make it FUN!

My go to way to get my child to eat.. make it FUN!
Like this watermelon pizza. 🍉
Not just for kids either! I am a massive advocate of making food fun and getting kids involved as much as possible. For so many reasons:
✅ Helps to build hand to eye coordination
✅ Helps build exposure to new foods
✅ Helps introduce them to new textures and other sensory experiences.
✅ More likely to try the food
✅ Last but not least it's FUN!!!
There are so many ways to make food fun and they don't have to take long or use complicated equipment.
I have put together 10 food exploration recipe cards including this watermelon pizza which are easy and fun to make.
If you would like to find out more then check out my shop page for this resource. The link is in my bio 🔗
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You won't believe mealtimes can actually be happy

You won't believe mealtimes can actually be happy again. Yes they can be!
Let me tell you a story about my son. From toddler years onwards he has been fussy and has a tendency to like beige foods (crackers, chips, nuggets, crips..). I have worked hard with him to introduce a variety of foods and it's taken a long time as hes needed alot of exposure.
After 11 years I thought he would be eating really well. Well the truth is, its a mixed bag. Some days are good and others not so good but we have a balance and he eats a variety of foods so i know he is getting a good diet. Mealtimes are happy (on most days)! its not always perfect but they are happy because i don't put pressure on him to eat. I always tell him what we are having and we get the occasional moan but in general he comes to the table calm and he will eat some or all of his food. So i know it's possible for mealtimes to be happy for you too!
Remember not to put pressure on yourself. It takes time and consistency to keep exposing foods. If you would like some support with stressful mealtimes and make them happy again I have created a course called; Master Your Mealtimes.
In this course you will go from feeling anxious and frustrated to being happy and confident at mealtimes. You will discover HOW to get your child to the table with ease, so they are calm and relaxed during mealtimes.
Interested? Find out more - link in my bio: Master your mealtimes.
You will know what language to use to support your child to eat better without feeling like you need to bribe or use persuasion.
You can all enjoy peaceful, happy mealtimes, enjoying food together.
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Are you struggling with stressful mealtimes? Are

Are you struggling with stressful mealtimes?
Are you worried they are not eating enough or getting the right nutrition?
This is so common and I've been there! Heck isn't it hard work being a parent!
That's why I created this free guide to help families enjoy mealtimes and see your kids eating more variety. ☺️
BONUS: I am throwing in my meal planning made easy! In 10 steps to help with that too! You will go from stressed and unorganised to calm and content wtth this meal planning guide with template and grocery list.
If you would like to learn more then go grab my free guide called: 6 steps to calm and happy mealtimes. The link is in my bio. 🔗
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Steal my 5 ways to use tomatoes 🍅 Is there a v

Steal my 5 ways to use tomatoes 🍅
Is there a vegetable your child doesn't like?
Tomatoes are usually likeable but can be squishy for some when fresh and therefore not liked.
By offering other ways to eat them you may find one they like and then bingo! A new food in their diet 😀
If they don't like them straight away then that's fine too. The key is to keep offering in lots of ways again and again over time.
So here are some ways to try them. Also Save this post for later so you can come back to it.
🍅 Chopped into pieces and made into fun shapes.
Chop small tomatoes like the cherry variety into quarters if they are under 5 years. Serve them in a sandwich or salad 🥗. Quartered tomato used for eyes or noses.
🍅 Chopped into appropriate sized pieces and use pick sticks.
Makes it in a fun activity to see how many they can pick.up.
🍅 Roasted
Brilliant in a tray roasted with olive oil. Then used in salads, on pasta, as a side with other Roasted vegetables. Also great used in savoury buns and muffins.
🍅 Sauce
Tomatoes in a sauce usually goes down a treat. Make your own with a tin of tomatoes blitz in a food processor.
Spread on pizza bases or mixed into pasta or beans.
Other ways like a dip:
Tomatoes in a dip such as added to hommous or make dip with tomato and avocado. Gives a lovely creamy texture.
Have you tried these? Which is your child's favourite? Drop a comment below 👇
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Pay attention to these 3 signs! If you are a fir

Pay attention to these 3 signs!
If you are a first time mum then you may be wondering if they are ready to start weaning and thinking how do i know?
Well let me help you out. The advice to start weaning is at 6 months. However some mothers feel their babies are ready for more than just milk earlier than this.
There are a number of signs to look for which will indicate if your baby is ready for weaning.
There are three signs that they are ready:
✅ Baby can sit up unaided
✅ They can swallow foods
✅ They have some hand- eye coordination so they can pick up food or a spoon and put it in their mouths.
There are some other signs that you may think mean your baby is ready but it doesn’t mean you should start – these include;
❌ Waking in the night thinking they are hungry.
❌ Wanting extra milk feeds
❌ Chewing their fists.
If you would like to know more about when to start and how to start then you might like to check out my blog called: How to start weaning: best first weaning foods Link is in my bio.
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