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updated 30 March 2009
Tasty Lunch Ideas for Toddlers
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About WholesomeToddlerFood
My resident twins turned 4yrs old in January of 2006 and we still have infants amongst our ranks. The twins continue to eat healthy and wholesome foods. They are beginning to catch onto the fact that their juice is diluted (%50-%50) as they have sampled juice boxes "full strength". They prefer yogurt dips and fruit slices, raisins mixed with peanuts and carob chips, dusted tofu, veggie crisps, trail mixes and natural fruit rolls to other types of snacks. Mind you, they indulge in Oreos and "junk" cereals like Fruit Loops every once in awhile.
They love to eat veggies and fruits however we are still "out" on the meats - sometimes they love it (roasts, chicken breasts, turkey etc..) and sometimes they dislike it immensely! We have learned that lunch time is the best time to get some meat protein into them!
We continue to raise them with the notion that strict moderation is the key to maintaining health and healthy eating habits! We foresee a bright healthy food future for them and for all our resident children. We hope our websites will help you on the road to healthy and wholesome eating for the long term as well!
(Toddlers are those who are 12 months of age and older. Recipes within the Toddler pages are for those 12 months of age and older!)
Peanuts and Tree Nuts have varied age recommendations for introduction. Typical ages for introduction are:
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After One (1) Year for the Non Food Sensitive/Non-Allergic Child;
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After Two (2) or Three (3) Years for the Food Sensitive/Allergic Child.
Some Medical Authorities even suggest holding off Peanuts and Tree Nuts until after Seven (7) Years old! You should introduce these items with the consultation and recommendation of your baby's Pediatrician!
Please note: It is important that you ensure your Toddler is sitting upright when eating any and all foods. Do not let your Toddler run around while eating any food! Pay close attention to size of the foods that you offer your Toddler and be cautious of any foods you feel might pose a choking hazard for your Toddler. For example, there are some Toddlers that may be able to eat grapes cut into pieces while other Toddlers might not. Only you know your Toddler and his/her abilities to handle different foods of differing sizes and proportions!