Q. Ever since my son turns two he's refused to eat anything (except milk). I've tried everything. Can you recommend me some cook books for fussy eaters. I would appreciate if you could send me some recipes.

A. Sometimes children do develop their preference for food due to many reasons. A good habit is good to start from young. If your son only prefer  milk, try to make introducing solid food a pleasant experience for him.

At two years of age, he likes to imitate. Let him sit together with the family at the dinning table during meal times. Let him choose the food that he wants and place the the food on a plate infront of him, not too many items, only top up when he finishes. Take away the food that he does not want pleasantly. Do not worry if he has made a mess. You can also let him play with a few children around his age, and offer food to all the children, he will want to try when he sees other children enjoying the food.
 
There are many recipe books in the book stores, just look around you will be able to find one that is easy to make. You may want to look for some recipes for finger foods.

KW Chew is a certified midwife and an International Board of Certified Lactation Consultant with a Masters degree in Education.

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