This book is a godsend for every parent who has begged for one bite, who finds mealtime a battle of the wills, who has wondered if the handful of Cheerios constituted adequate nutrition, or who finds the "sneaky chef" technique onerous or ineffective. Give Peas a Chance includes clear, practical, clinically tested techniques from a registered dietitian that not only ensures that your child is getting adequate nutrition, but also promotes a healthy relationship with food and expands the repertoire of the pickiest of eaters. Max, who is almost 4, is a terribly picky eater.
Some examples of what he will eat: The best thing about this book is that it eased my mind. Kate Samela is a registered dietician with a masters in clinical nutrition, certified as a specialist in pediatric nutrition. All this means that I trust what she has to say! I found the tone of the book gentle and non-judgemental. You are not alone!
Realizing that you should look at their diet over the course of a week rather than day-to-day makes it a lot easier to see the big picture. She also gives good, simple explanations for things like micro- and macronutrients.
What carbs should your child be eating? This healthy idea can translate to a burger bar with different kinds of buns and protein, such as beef or salmon.
Pasta dishes can be modified, too, through sauces and noodles, ie: Kids think the buffet approach is fun. If the prospect of mealtime overwhelms you, you're not alone.
Give Peas a Chance: The Foolproof Guide to Feeding Your Picky Toddler [Kate Samela] on www.farmersmarketmusic.com *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Toddlers' ideas about acceptable nutrition rarely align with the dietary desires of their parents. This book is a godsend for every parent who has begged for one.
Samela advises us busy parents to prep easily-accessible containers of chopped ingredients on weekends. Also, keep it easy.
For the burritos, she uses store-bought salsa and rotisserie chicken, along with leftover veggies. Samela shares this important messages: Food doesn't have to be perfect. In the past two years since it was published, parents have responded very positively to "Give Peas A Chance" which Samela plans to market to baby registries and children's stores. And everyone should do it because the outcomes are tremendously important.