The story starts with a toddler whose eating quirks stopped being quirky and turned into a medical emergency. What looked like “picky” behavior escalated into extreme restriction, weight loss, and a ...

When the toddler years hit, some parents notice their tots’ appetites easing off, with some turning into rather picky eaters at mealtime. Other preschoolers have no problem cleaning their plates, ...

Anyone who has shared a meal with a toddler knows it’s never boring. The dinner table becomes a stage for wild antics, unexpected messes, and a lot of laughter (or sighing). Toddlers don’t eat like ...

Alicia Eaton, author of Mind How Your Kids Eat, explains how calm, predictable eating times can prevent mealtimes turning into a battleground.

It can be easy for parents to feel frustrated when their child wants only chicken nuggets and French fries. Still, it’s essential to remember that choosiness is a natural part of normal growth and ...

Do you struggle to convince your child to try a new food? You’re not alone. As many as 30 to 50 percent of parents say their ...

Most parents don’t realize how quickly the window closes. The first five years of a child’s life are when taste preferences take shape, when attitudes toward food get locked in, and when eating ...

Scientists found a way to get kids to eat their fruits and vegetables that's more effective than punishments or rewards. Getty Images Convincing kids to eat their greens may take a little magic.

While moms have traditionally gotten much of the focus when it comes to children's eating habits, a new study highlights the importance of dads in shaping a child's relationship with food. According ...