Picky Eater Quiz

Quiz Questions

• 1.
  How many different foods do they eat overall? 

  • A.
    Less than 20
  • B.
    They eat about 20 or more
• 2.
  Do they refuse entire categories of food textures or food groups? (For example, won't eat anything crunchy, or won't eat a single meat or a single vegetable)

  • A.
    Yes, they refuse more than one food group, and only like some textures
  • B.
    They have at least 1 food in most or all food groups and texture type
  • C.
    They have several foods in each food group and texture type
• 3.
  Can they tolerate a new food on their plate without crying, screaming, or melting down?

  • A.
    Yes
  • B.
    They occasionally have a strong reaction, but usually don't
  • C.
    No, they cannot tolerate a new food even being on their plate
• 4.
  How many new foods have they added to their "likes" in the past 3 months?

  • A.
    A good amount, they like a good variety
  • B.
    About 1 to 5 at the most
  • C.
    None
  • D.
    Add foods? No. They have dropped several.
• 5.
  Do they almost always eat an entirely different set of foods than the rest of the family?

  • A.
    Yes
  • B.
    Not always, but sometimes
  • C.
    They usually find something to eat that's part of the meal, though won't always eat everything offered
• 6.
  Has the pediatrician expressed concern that they are not gaining enough weight?

  • A.
    Yes
  • B.
    No
  • C.
    No, but I worry sometimes
• 7.
  Do they have difficulty deviating from routine (outside of meal times)?

  • A.
    Yes
  • B.
    No
• 8.
  Do they have any sensory sensitivities? (Sensitive to touch, loud sound, certain textures, etc.)

  • A.
    Yes
  • B.
    No

Quiz Outcomes

• 1.
  Problem Feeder

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  Hey...a lot of toddlers, preschoolers, and kindergarteners end up here. It is not your fault. Every kid has their own unique challenges, and you happen to be dealing with food here. There IS a light at the end of the tunnel, I promise.Your little one may benefit from an evaluation with a pediatric feeding therapist. Feeding therapists are Speech Language Pathologists or Occupational Therapists and do an amazing job at assessing the many factors that can cause extreme picky eating or problem feeding. (Google "SOS feeding therapist near me" to find someone by you.)It honestly never hurts to just get an evaluation (it's usually covered by insurance, too). This way you can get feedback on any areas that may need some extra attention.And, it's so helpful to have a knowledgeable professional in your child's corner! Their experience and training can help put you at ease. Plus, they take the burden off you so you don't have to deal with this all on your own.I also have something to help you on your journey with your picky eater! Details will come to your inbox!
• 2.
  Picky Eater

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  Okay, so they're a picky eater. The good news? You CAN get them eating a wider variety. Oh, and just so you know... there's a genetic component of picky eating. AND, it's super common for the toddler and preschool age range. So if you were thinking this was somehow your fault? Nope. My son is extremely picky and I've totally wondered, "what did I do wrong???" I've had those moments of feeling like a crappy mom, when I resort to chicken nuggets again, because I know he'll eat it.But not to worry! I've got your back -- now more than ever -- because very soon I'll be offering the BEST picky eater support you could ask for.This is the year you take back dinner time and leave the buttered noodles behind.Keep an eye on your inbox -- help is on the way!
• 3.
  Easier Eater

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  Hey! Your little one is doing great with food. They may still have some strong preferences with their food, like something one day and not the next, or sometimes have a low appetite. But overall, I wouldn't stress about their variety! Keep introducing new things in a no-pressure way.Since your little one doesn’t need a ton of picky eating help, you can go ahead and get adventurous with feeding them. Offering a wide variety of foods will continue to prevent pickiness AND get them good nutrition. Grab a copy of my Breakfast + Lunch + Dinnertime Survival Guide Bundle to get easy, healthy meal ideas and recipes to make healthy meals without any stress!