We can't get a vege into her for nothing, sigh. I do 'slip' them in quesedillas. Also, a while ago she would eat chicken no prob. Now, not-so-much. Concerned over her lack of protein...esp during this prime 1) brain development time and 2) acquiring 'tastes' time. Aside from fruit, we do not give her sweets. If she had six bottles of milk a day, she'd be perfectly fine. BTW...her weight gain is fine @ 25lbs. Tx-in-advance!
2006-11-11 10:37:32 · 14 answers · asked by l2brennan 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Toddler & Preschooler
Wow. Consider yourself lucky. That's a large variety to some parents. My daughter only like cheese and o.j. She was breast fed for nine months before baby food was introduced, then a combination of the two. But once she started eating solids, cheese was it. I have met other mothers with similar dilemmas.
My daughter's pediatrician suggested toasting cheese on bread and then cutting the slice of bread into finger food. Try taking time to sit down at the table with your daughter and (without making it an issue) take your time eating and truly enjoy what you are eating. She may become curious and at least try some of the things you're eating. You might want to avoid brussel sprouts at this stage!
2006-11-11 10:47:13 · answer #1 · answered by Maddy Waddy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try making the food fun for her to eat. Give her some cheerios to stick on crackers with peanut butter. Edible art project! Introduce a fork (plastic toddler kind of course), and teach her how to eat cheese by sticking it with the fork.
And don't worry about the milk. My son (20 months) drinks it like it's going out of style. The only thing to be wary of is that milk will fill her tummy before she eats!
If her weight gain is fine, and your doctor isn't concerned then don't worry about it. Just make sure she always has access to fresh fruit and veg - eventually she will want to try them. Maybe put a little bit on her plate and see if she goes for it. If you make a big deal, she will push you back and refuse to eat it.
If she's teething too, she may not want to chew the meat. Not unusual, she'll pick it up again. Just make sure it's always an option.
Babies know better sometimes what they're body needs and when they are fine. Just don't push it, and she'll develop. You are obviously a concerned and caring mommy - she will be just fine.
2006-11-11 11:14:26 · answer #2 · answered by BigM 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm from the UK. If necessary, cook stuff (such as carrots, broccoli, tomatoes etc, etc) and liquidise it to use in sauces, such as for mixing with pasta or putting on mini pizzas. You could also add chicken into that.
Does she watch her parents eat? sometimes a little 'envy' does the trick... "I want some of that" kind of thing.
A friend's child (now 16) has only eaten pizza, lasagne and roasted veg since he was born plus copious pints of milk all week. The roasted veg was introduced when he was a teenager. A real nightmare. But he's fine and seems in perfect health (not good to have round for tea though!). Give yourself a break. Babies tend to go through phases when they want things and then they don't. Try not to be too uptight - your child will sense that. Good luck.
2006-11-11 10:48:01 · answer #3 · answered by naughtler 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Mix cheese with the eggs, add veggies in with the eggs and make a breakfast burrito. Use only whole grain breads, crackers. NEVER give children white bread. If they are used to beign given wheat, they won't know the difference. Try whole grain pasta with veggies mixed in. My son's doctor told me that no more than 2, 8 oz cups of whole milk per day.
2006-11-11 10:44:07 · answer #4 · answered by Ryan's mom 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If your baby is eating all those other foods and doesn't have an allergy to eggs, then scrambled eggs are fine. My kids loved them at that age, and still do. Basically, any soft food is good to experiment with.
2016-05-22 05:58:15 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't be concerned hun. They'll eat what they want to. It sounds like she's getting a pretty healthy diet, even without the meats. My son isn't crazy about meats anymore either, but as long as he's eating other food groups, I try not to worry about it. Don't force her to eat anything that she doesn't want, and keep the good foods coming! One day she'll grow out of it. If you're really concerned about her missing out on protein, talk to your doctor. But all in all, I wouldn't worry too much about it.
2006-11-11 11:25:13 · answer #6 · answered by Megan 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Maybe put some veggie out that is healthy for her, but pretend it is for you so that she will want to taste it!! Make a big production about how good it is and offer her Daddy some. Act like she isn't there so she feels no pressure - she won't be able to resist!! HA HA She will outgrow this in time.
2006-11-11 10:47:25 · answer #7 · answered by Ms. G. 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
six bottles of milk is alot for her age she should have 1 CUP of milk 1 cup of juice and water when i say cup i mean sippy. talk to her doctor about your concerns try giving her peanut butter just a little, eggs will give her the protien she is not getting from chcken and bread will do good for her iron 25lbs is normal weight for her age my son is 16 months and weights 26.5 good luck and God Bless
2006-11-11 10:43:50 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
sounds as if she eats very well for a 14 mo. old! She gets protein in eggs & milk. I assume you are giving her a vitamin daily. She will gradually eat what she needs. Don't worry! And Don't force her!
2006-11-11 10:47:55 · answer #9 · answered by Da Bomb 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's ok! But I know how you're feeling. I was there 5 years ago. At least your toddler is drinking whole milk for brain development (OK?!). I know you want your child to eat a "square" meal - as I did my children, you just keep offering it on their plate.
Don't stress, it's all good!
2006-11-11 12:28:29 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋