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Mar 2023
13m 59s

Avoid Picky Eating Habits

Dr. Cathryn
About this episode
Pushing your child to eat more or specific foods may actually promote picky eating problems. Dealing with fussy eating habits is one of the more challenging aspects of raising a toddler. It can be frustrating or sometimes stressful when your toddler refuses to eat the nourishing meal that you have lovingly spent time preparing. Today, I dive into ways to av ... Show More
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