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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Not usually. Perhaps if it's multiple meals but I don't make exceptions for one meal. [/quote]

If you were at Christmas and say there were 15 dishes on the table (we have a large family, everyone cooks), would you expect your kids to taste all 15, or would you choose a plate for them from that, or let them choose with parameters (e.g. you have to choose at least one protein and at least one vegetable?).

I have follow up questions if you're willing. [/quote]

At a holiday dinner, I take each of my kids through the buffet line and let them choose what to eat. And then I make up my own plate and enjoy my meal. Holidays are a time to enjoy and make memories not to battle over food.

I have a kid who had terrible food aversions and went through tons of feeding therapy. No way was I ever making my holidays unpleasant over food. Eat what you want. Don’t eat. Eat just bread or mashed potatoes. Just do what will make you happy. [/quote]

I don’t have children with food aversions, they are just picky, and I follow PP’s philosophy. Food should be enjoyed, not a battle.[/quote]

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