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Simple Strawberry Santa
Strawberry SantaPreparation Time: 5 minutes1 x strawberry1 tsp cream cheeseSultanas or raisins (chopped)Cut the stalk off the strawberry to make a flat side and place the strawberry flat side downCut...
View ArticleFood is an extension of toys (Feed the schema)
Feeding the Schema What are Schemas?Schemas are patterns of repeatable behaviour which can often be noticed in young children's play. By exploring and practising their schemas, children become more...
View ArticleThrowing Food (Trajectory Schema)
Trajectory SchemaMany parents presume that a little one sweeping food on to the floor is a sign that they've finished their meal or maybe they are being a little pickle.This may not be the case....
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Make it Fun to Munch Christmas Lunch
Make it Fun to Munch Christmas Lunch! Christmas is nearly upon us, and with all the presents, the tree and the carols comes one of the biggest and most pressurised meals of the year. Whether you’ve...
View Article"Your Sister is Eating it - Why don't you?"
"Your Sister/Brother/Friend is eating it - Why Don't You?"Such a common and natural thing for a parent to say to a little one who yet again isn't eating their meal. This small sentence that trips off...
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Mince Pie Parcels
Mince Pie Parcels(Refined Sugar & Aspartame Free!) All our recipes are 100% refined sugar and aspartame free. They are given the thumbs-up by our own families before sharing them with yours. Makes...
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Water Can Change The Way Your Child Eats
Water Can Change The Way Your Child EatsIn a recent research paper, 75 children aged 3-5 were served vegetables with either a drink of water or sweetened drink. The children ate more vegetables when...
View ArticleNew year, New foods!
New Year, New Foods!Although we all know toddlers won’t starve themselves to death, it can be extremely worrying if you have a child who won’t eat, or who eats a very narrow range of foods. Society’s...
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"Children eat the foods their bodies need" Really?
"Children eat the foods their bodies need!" Really?Many parents comment to us in our workshops and consultations that their little one eats lots and lots of the same food over and over again - and they...
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Ban The Baby Rice
Ban the Baby Rice! Your baby is keen to explore the world through her eyes. This (plastic) baby skull shows how the orbits are initially much bigger in relation to the rest of the head, so she can...
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Look I can Walk! Now I'm scared of new foods!
Look I can Walk! Now I'm scared of new foods!Initially, when you start weaning your baby at around 6 months they will probably be happy to eat and taste most things you serve. However, many parents...
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Jewelled Pancakes Recipe
Jewelled Pancakes With Shrove Tuesday just around the corner here is a fruity take on the classic pancake. By having the fruit mixed in with the batter it becomes an integral part of the dish so is...
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How do I get my child to LOVE new foods?
It’s February – the month of love! How do I get my child to LOVE new foods?Here at Yummy Discoveries, we know that it can be a minefield trying to work out how to introduce your little one to new...
View ArticleFood Rules and Their Effects
The Long-term Effect of Food RewardsWe all have those moments when we need our little one to do what we ask. It could be that nightmare moment when they’re going bananas in the shopping trolley or if...
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Tasty Trout Recipe
Tasty Trout RecipeAlthough this has quite a hefty preparation time, much of this can be prepared in advance meaning only a few minutes of cooking time.Fish can be introduced to your baby from 6 months...
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Fish & Your Baby
Fish &Your BabyParents are often surprised to learn that babies can be offered fish from the moment they start weaning but it is a common allergen so many parents delay introducing fish until their...
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Reflux and Weaning
Weaning a Baby With RefluxNot much is written about reflux and weaning but that’s probably because a paediatric osteopath and child psychological therapist have never gotten together to sift through...
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Spring Slow-cooker Lamb Recipe
Spring Slow-cooker Lamb RecipePreparation time: 30 minutesCooking time: 8-10 hoursIngredients:500g Diced Lamb (we used chump)1 onion (chopped)1 tin of plum tomatoes 2-4 garlic cloves (crushed)2 tbsp...
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Turkey Meatballs
Turkey Meatballs in Tomato SaucePreparation time: 25 minutesCooking time: 30-40 minutesFor the Meatballs:500g turkey mince1 egg4 tbsp porridge oats or breadcrumbs2 tsp parmesan cheese (optional)½ tsp...
View ArticleFish Pie Recipe
Fish Pie RecipePreparation time: 50 minutesCooking time: 30 minutesFeeds: 4To serve: Baby carrots, green beans and/or warm garlic breadIngredientsFor the Fish Pie:2 skinless and boneless white fish...
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What's In a Gaze?
What’s In a Gaze?We bet you think your baby has gorgeous eyes and that you spent many hours gazing into them. Well, you may or may not be pleased to know that it isn’t a coincidence that you think that...
View ArticleLeaving The Table
Leaving the TableIn the early days of weaning, your little one is normally strapped in to the highchair with no desire or ability to go anywhere. But once they learn to walk, sitting at the table to...
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Allergies - Peanuts under 1
Allergies – Peanuts under 1We often get asked at what age little ones can be introduced to seafood or nuts and parents are often astonished when we reply:“You can introduce these foods from 6...
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Welsh Cakes Recipe (sugar-free)
Welsh Cakes RecipeThis recipe is especially for one of our Facebook followers: Shelley Hanley who was looking for a welsh cake recipe without the sugar. Admittedly, it ended up being a bit of a cross...
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Puff Pastry Chicken Pie Recipe
Puff Pastry Chicken Pie (with lid!)Preparation time: 30 minutesCooking time: 20 minutesServes 2 adults and 2 childrenTo serve: seasonal steamed vegetables2 chicken breasts, sliced or diced thinly500g...
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