Happiness at Mealtime

What it takes to have Happiness at Mealtime is about fostering positive, stress-free eating experiences that support both a child’s well-being and family harmony. It encourages parents to let go of rigid mealtime expectations, reduce pressure, and create an atmosphere where food is enjoyed, not forced. By focusing on connection, patience, and autonomy, families can build happier mealtimes where children feel empowered to explore new foods at their own pace, leading to better nutrition and a healthier relationship with food. By following the steps to eating—tolerating, interacting, smelling, touching, tasting, and eating—parents can help children gradually accept and enjoy a wider variety of foods.