Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Why are some kids so picky when it comes to food? Experts explain. (Photo illustration: Katie Martin for Yahoo News; photos: Getty ...

Picky eating isn’t fun for any parent to deal with. And if you’ve been on that journey (or worse—if you’re on it right now), you know that one of the worst parts is the guilt, wondering if your ...

This post was co-authored with Sarah MacLaughlin, LSW. Headed to a family picnic this summer, and pretty sure your toddler will only eat potato chips and popsicles? Young children can have quite ...

When author Jennifer C. Kelly experienced first-hand her child’s anger issues, she decided to write a children’s book with Ryan, her 11-year-old boy. That book, “Fred Gets Frustrated,” ended up ...

We’ve all been around a child under the age of 12 years old who refuses to eat certain foods. They may not like foods because of smell, taste, texture, or simply because they are new and unfamiliar.

For many parents, getting their kids to eat isn't just a food fight, it's an all-out war. But a new study reveals being picky could be a sign of something more serious. Mom Jennifer Nicholson said her ...

Most parents know it is frustrating when your child doesn't want to try a new food, eat something healthy -- or eat anything at all. There are some things you can do to help a picky eater, says Dr.

The story starts with a toddler whose eating quirks stopped being quirky and turned into a medical emergency. What looked ...

"Who wants spaghetti?" I call out to my children as I peer into our pantry. "Me!" scream my two sons, ages 2 and 4, in unison. I bring the water to a boil, toss in the pasta but absolutely no sauce ...