End the meal-time drama - Learn to speak your child's Food Language!

Quiz Questions

• 1.
  My child is usually the ____ one done with a meal.

  • A.
    First
  • B.
    Last
  • C.
    In the middle
  • D.
    They wander away and forget to finish
• 2.
  My child's ability to sit during a meal.

  • A.
    They sit fine.
  • B.
    They sit as long as they are next to Mom or Dad or on your lap.
  • C.
    They kick and bang at the table.
  • D.
    They swing their legs and bounce in their seat.
• 3.
  My child's typical breakfast habits.

  • A.
    A. They want breakfast right away and are ready to get going.
  • B.
    B. They like to eat at the same time every day and follow a routine.
  • C.
    They will eat if breakfast is ready, but will forget about eating if it's not.
  • D.
    They prefer not to eat until mid-morning and are slow to get ready.
• 4.
  How my child chooses food at a meal.

  • A.
    They just eat whatever they see.
  • B.
    They eat by a process, finishing one food before moving on to the next.
  • C.
    They eat proficiently, chewing each bite thoroughly.
  • D.
    They play with the food before eating.
• 5.
  My child prefers ____ flavors.

  • A.
    mild
  • B.
    bold - very salty, very sweet, or very tart
  • C.
    bright, fresh
  • D.
    spicy, strong, intense.
• 6.
  My child prefers ____ textures.

  • A.
    soft and thin
  • B.
    chewy and mushy
  • C.
    light, airy, fluffy
  • D.
    crunchy, creamy, crispy, dense
• 7.
  My child's social habits at the table.

  • A.
    Talks loudly and likes to dominate the conversation.
  • B.
    Likes to ramble and have fun conversations.
  • C.
    Enjoys good conversations that make them feel connected.
  • D.
    Prefers not to talk a lot; may even prefer to eat alone.
• 8.
  The word that best describes my child's eating habits.

  • A.
    Messy
  • B.
    Slow
  • C.
    Structured
  • D.
    Playful

Quiz Outcomes

• 1.
  Your child is an Active Eater!

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  Meals times are loud, messy, and high energy. But you likely don’t have trouble getting them to eat enough. Speed is the name of the game. As long as there is food they like, they’ll be the first one done. An Active Eater tends to be hungry often, and can get “hangry” if meals and snacks do not have a good balance of protein, carbohydrates, and healthy fats. So make sure there are easy, balanced options on hand for them to eat every 2-3 hours. Healthy snacks are a MUST for Active Eaters to maintain stable blood sugar and stable moods. Remember, every child is unique. Use the Eating Styles as an overall guide while also observing and honing in on your child’s bio-individual needs.
• 2.
  Your child is an Intuitive Eater!

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  Meal times are all about connecting with friends and family. Your child may struggle with undereating or may be very particular about textures. Chewing tough foods can be a challenge. Sitting next to Mom or Dad and feeling relaxed and loved will go a long way to make their meal time experience the best. An Intuitive Eater’s eating is strongly influenced by emotions. Remember, every child's unique. Use the Eating Styles as an overall guide while also observing and honing in on your child’s bio-individual needs.
• 3.
  Your child is an Analytical Eater!

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  Meal times are generally calm and very structured. They like to eat the same foods over and over and don’t get bored with them. An Analytical Eater may not be willing to try new foods as change is perceived as something scary. As long as you serve family favorites, your child will be a great eater. Let him or her give input on meal plans and even help in the kitchen to encourage variety. This will help them avoid food sensitivities and provide a broad spectrum of nutrients. Remember, every child is unique. Use the Eating Styles as an overall guide while also observing and honing in on your child’s bio-individual needs.
• 4.
  Your child is an Adventurous Eater!

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  Meal times are bouncy, bubbly, and fun. They like food the same way! They prefer light, airy food and love to get creative. Eating with their hands is preferred. An Adventurous Eater may struggle with focus. Meal times can be boring, so they need to stay engaged in conversation and what’s going on at the table in order to stay seated and eat. Remember, every child is unique. Use the Eating Styles as an overall guide while also observing and honing in on your child’s bio-individual needs.