Why does my child refuse homemade meals but eat packaged foods?
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Why does my child refuse homemade meals but eat packaged foods?
Little Lunches Expert Answer
This can happen for several normal reasons, including appetite shifts, texture preferences, routine, or a need for control. Copy what works in easier settings: simple presentation, predictable timing, peer modeling, less attention, and one safe food. Want a few meal ideas that fit your child?
This depends on...
Your child's developmental milestones
Medical history and any special considerations
Current feeding method (breast milk or formula)
Family history of allergies
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