Vernon WIC

2400 Texas, Vernon, TX

Every parent has been there — it seems like all kids go through a period where they won’t eat fruits and vegetables. Remember, children need time to develop their tastes and that’s OK.

Expert Advice:  

• Continue to offer fruits and vegetables along with foods your child likes.  Be patient! It can take up to 15 tries before they accept a new food!
• Do not force your child to eat, because this usually backfires.
• Give silly names to fruits and vegetables. Broccoli can be “baby trees” and you can encourage your own little dinosaur to munch as many trees as possible. Try serving “princess peas” or “x-ray vision carrots.” A small change in words can make a big difference. 
• Kids love to dip! Try yogurt, avocado, cheese and other dips as a fun way to encourage your child to eat their fruits and vegetables. 
• Add vegetables to pasta dishes, casseroles and soups. Smoothies are another great way to offer fruits and vegetables!
• Play a game to encourage your child to eat the colors of the rainbow. Help them learn about how foods grow and where it comes from. Talk about the different shapes, colors and smells of foods.