child nutrition

How to Get Your Toddler to Eat, but not too Much

Written by UConn Dietetics student Katie Connarn It can be frustrating when your toddler does not want to eat what you are serving, but it is important to let them listen to their hunger signals. A way to do this is using responsive feeding techniques which can make mealtime more fun for everyone! What is […]

Tips for Feeding Picky Youngsters

Written by UConn Dietetics student Rebecca Mowrey As children begin developing food preferences during toddler and preschool-aged years, it’s normal for picky eating behaviors to arise when exploring new foods.1 Picky eating is often characterized by an unwillingness to eat new and/or familiar foods. These behaviors can make mealtimes a struggle, but there are a […]