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Sep 06
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Father preparing food with a fussy eater to reduce mealtime stress in our feeding clinic in Bondi Junction and Mascot.

Reduce Mealtime Stress

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Reduce Mealtime Stress: Strategies for Parents of Fussy Eaters in Bondi Junction & Mascot Mealtimes can be a challenging part of the day for many families, especially when you have a fussy or restricted eater. Parents often feel anxious, frustrated, and sometimes even hopeless when their child refuses to eat or struggles with certain foods. However, mealtime stress doesn’t have to be part of your daily experience. In fact, the very first thing we do in our feeding clinics is reduce the mealtime stress. No child will make significant changes to their food preferences if each mealtime is stressful. With…

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Aug 15
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Children transition from breast or bottle to solids in our Sydney feeding clinics

Breast or Bottle to Solids

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How Children Transition from Breast or Bottle to Solids: A Guide for Parents Transitioning your child from breast or bottle feeding to solid foods is an exciting milestone. This stage marks a significant step in your child’s development as they explore new tastes, textures, and learn the skills needed to eat independently. However, this process can also bring challenges, especially if you’re unsure of when and how to start. In this blog, we’ll explore how children transition from breast or bottle feeding to solids, and we’ll provide tips to help make this journey smoother. If you’re looking for specialised support,…

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Jul 29
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Understand that e need a holistic approach to feeding that goes beyond the SOS feeding approach

Beyond the SOS Feeding Approach

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Beyond the SOS Feeding Approach: A Comprehensive Guide for Parents Feeding challenges are a common concern for many parents, especially when their child is a picky eater. While the Sequential Oral Sensory (SOS) Feeding approach is a popular and effective method for addressing feeding issues, it’s important to understand that feeding therapy is not a one-size-fits-all solution. At OneOnOne Children’s Therapy in Bondi Junction and Mascot, we believe in a holistic, individualised approach to feeding therapy that goes beyond the SOS method. Understanding the SOS Feeding Approach The SOS Feeding approach is a sensory-based program that encourages children to explore…

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Jul 26
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Learn how to support your fussy eater at home with these strategies when they start food refusal that we recommend from our Sydney feeding clinic.

Food Refusal – How To Manage It

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Food Refusal: Practical Tips for Parents Food refusal can be incredibly challenging for parents. The child who once tried everything is now refusing their favourite foods. It’s easy to fall into the habit of offering something they will eat just to avoid conflict. However, this can lead to more severe picky eating habits. When your child first starts refusing foods, it is the best time to implement specific feeding strategies. Let’s explore some strategies to prevent your child from becoming a more severe picky eater. Why All the Fuss? Common Age Range for Food Refusal Food refusal is common between…

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Jul 25
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Learn how to support your fussy eater at home with these strategies when they start food refusal that we recommend from our Sydney feeding clinic.

Supporting Your Fussy Eater at Home

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Supporting Your Fussy Eater at Home: Practical Tips for Parents Dealing with a fussy eater at home can be a challenging and often stressful experience for parents. Mealtime battles, limited food choices, and the constant worry about nutrition can take a toll on the entire family. However, with the right strategies and a bit of patience, you can help your child develop healthier eating habits and a more positive relationship with food. Here are some practical tips for supporting your fussy eater at home. Introduction to Fussy Eating Fussy eating is common among children, particularly during the toddler and preschool…

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Jul 23
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Our feeding clinics and picky eating program helping children across sydney become adventurous eaters

Feeding clinics in Sydney

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Discover Comprehensive Feeding Support at OneOnOne Children’s Therapy in Sydney Are mealtimes a source of stress and worry in your household? Is your child a picky eater or struggling with feeding issues? At OneOnOne Children’s Therapy, we understand the challenges that come with feeding difficulties, and we’re here to help. Our feeding clinics in Bondi Junction and Mascot, Sydney, are dedicated to providing comprehensive, personalised support to children and their families. Let’s explore how our expert team can assist you in creating happier, healthier mealtimes. Understanding Feeding Difficulties Feeding difficulties can range from picky eating to more complex issues involving…

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Jul 21
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Working with a picky eater in our Sydney clinic

Why Parents Seek Help for Their Picky Eaters

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Why Parents Seek Help for Their Fussy Eaters As a parent, seeing your child thrive is rewarding. But what if mealtime becomes a battleground? Fussy eating is a common challenge. Why do parents seek help for their picky eaters? Here are reasons why and how OneOnOne Children’s Therapy can assist. Nutritional Concerns Parents worry about their child’s nutrition. A limited diet can lead to deficiencies. When children refuse to eat a variety of foods, parents fear long-term health effects. Family Mealtime Stress Mealtimes should be enjoyable. A fussy eater can make them stressful. Parents seek help to restore harmony at…

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Jun 14
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Why are children fussy eaters?

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Transform Fussy Eaters with Expert Feeding Therapy in Sydney Does your child refuse to try new foods? Are mealtimes a constant battle? You’re not alone. Many parents face the challenge of fussy eaters, children who are particular about what they eat and often stick to a limited range of foods. Understanding the root causes of picky eating can help you support your child’s journey towards becoming a more adventurous eater. Why Fussy Eating Happens Taste Preferences: Children have distinct taste buds, just like adults. They might prefer sweet foods over spicy ones or enjoy crunchy snacks more than mushy ones….

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Jan 20
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Picky Eater Tip #3

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Picky Eater Tip #3 is to Set Regular Mealtimes and Snacks Picky eaters cause parents a lot of stress. Parents worry about their child’s nutritional intake. They try very hard to get their picky eater back on track. Sometime, the parents strategies work. Sometime, the whole thing keeps getting worse. Do you have a picky eater? Let’s look at Picky Eater Tip #3. It is important to set regular mealtimes and snacks. Why do we need to set regular mealtimes and snacks? You need to set a regular meal and snack time schedule. Track your child’s eating times for three…

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Jan 20
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Picky Eater Tip #1

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Picky Eater Tip #1 is to understand the Learned Behaviours You have a picky eater and it is causing stress for your whole family. Parents who come into our Bondi Junction clinic clinic will often tell our Speech Pathologists and Occupational Therapists that what really worries them is their child’s nutritional intake. They worry that their child aren’t getting enough calories. They are concerned that they aren’t getting the minimum daily amounts of vitamins and minerals. Let’s look at Picky Eater Tip #1. It is not about the vegetables. When is comes to helping your picky eater become more adventurous,…

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Jan 20
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Our picky eating program in Sydney to help children become adventurous eaters

Picky Eater Tip #2

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Picky Eater Tip #2 is Serve New Foods in Tiny Portions If you have a picky eater then you know how challenging it can be to introduce new foods into their diet. Picky eaters are easily overwhelmed by new foods. It is often a reaction to the look, the smell, the texture and the colour of the new foods.  Let’s look at Picky Eater Tip #2. Serve new foods in tiny portions. Why do we serve tiny portions? Trying new foods can be overwhelming for fussy eaters. How do you stop new foods from being overwhelming for your child? You…

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Jan 20
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Picky eater tip #4

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Picky Eater Tip #4 is to involve your chid in cooking and shopping WHY IS THIS SUCH AN IMPORTANT THING? Picky eaters really benefit from exposure to a variety of foods. Most importantly, research shows that picky eaters who spend time shopping for different foods and making different food are more likely to try the new foods – eventually! When your picky eater sees the same limited number of foods they currently eat, they are very unlikely to try anything new. Let’s look at out Picky eater tip #4. First, take your child shopping They can pick the vegetables and…

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