As your toddler grows, they’ll naturally want to explore self-feeding—messy hands and all. Encouraging this milestone is crucial for their development and can be a fun experience for both of you. With a little patience and the right approach, you can help your child enjoy a variety of foods while...

Most kids adore juice. It’s sweet, refreshing, and seemingly wholesome—especially when the label boasts “100% fruit juice.” But when it comes to serving juice to children, less is definitely more. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recently updated their recommendations for fruit juice consumption, and the advice is clear: no...

Let’s face it: toddlers can be incredibly stubborn when it comes to food (or, honestly, anything). As parents, we want our little ones to eat well, but mealtime can feel like a daily battle. The good news? A little understanding of child development—and a lot of patience—can make all the...