Fun at Mealtime

When you are feeding a picky eater, fun is probably the last word you’d use to describe mealtime. Most likely you are burnt out from meltdowns, food refusal and food fights.

At times, it may not feel like mealtimes are a place for connection or joy at all. Instead, they feel like a daily battle — filled with stress, frustration, and constant negotiations. You might be worried your child isn’t eating enough, anxious about nutrition, or just plain fed up with the entire process.

But here’s the truth: it doesn’t have to be this way.

When you shift the focus from what your child is eating to how you’re engaging together at the table, everything changes. This handout offers simple, low-pressure ways to bring more fun, curiosity, and connection into your daily meals — without making a mess or adding stress.