Behavior

In almost every consultation I lead, there is one common thread: a story parents share with almost identical frustration about the ‘great mealtime standoff.’ It often looks like: Most of us start this journey with so much excitement. Let’s try something new today!” But after a few rejections, that excitement can quickly turn into hesitation and stress. Here’s the big secret: Resistance to new foods is not a problem. It’s a part of the process. How we respond to that “no” is what makes the biggest difference in the long …