Mealtime is often a challenge for caregivers, childcare professionals, and teachers. This presentation will provide an overview of common challenges as well as strategies that can be easily embedded into existing mealtime routines. We will discuss how to encourage new food interactions and participation in mealtime routines for all young children.
Haring Center/EEU Nurse
1991-present
Previously worked at Seattle Children's Hospital and UW Institute on Human Development and Disability
Strong interest in nutrition in early childhood and working with early childhood providrs to help support children with mealtime challenges.
Audience:
Parents, Foster Parents, Relative Care Givers, Teachers, Administrators, Therapists, Social Worker, Mental Health Professional, Healthcare Staff, Home Visitors, Family Resources Coordinators, Interested Professionals, Students
Core Competency Area:
Child Growth, Development and Learning
Skill Level:
Fundamental
Presentation Outcomes:
Mealtime challenges are common in early childhood for all children across the spectrum of diversity. We will discuss how to take context into account when developing a plan for supporting mealtime challenges to ensure support is culturally responsive and aligns with the values of families and providers.
Learning Objectives:
Understand common mealtime challenges that are encountered in early childhood
Explain strategies to proactively prevent mealtime challenges
Develop a plan for supporting children with mealtime challenges
