Picnic Food Options For Toddlers |
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Picnics are an awesome summer activity. Parents and children get to spend much needed time together. If you have a toddler or small child, the great outdoors can be exciting. Small children are easy to please. When choosing which food items to pack in the picnic basket, keeping it uncomplicated is the best bet. The kids will be more interested in playing so bring food items that will stay fresh throughout the day. Pack your food with safety in mind. Keep all of the food you bring on ice to avoid spoilage. Freeze ice packs in the freezer overnight and use instead of ice in your cooler. There will be less mess when it melts. The key to feeding toddlers and small children at a picnic is to make the food bite sized. Food pieces that are too large can pose a choking risk. Finger foods will satisfy small tummies without filling them up. If the picnic is held around lunch time, pack a few sandwiches. Consider peanut butter and jelly. To make the sandwiches more enjoyable, slice them into different shapes using cookie cutters. When it is time to eat, place the tiny sandwiches on a plate and serve with a sippy cup full of milk or juice. If your child isn't willing to sit still to eat, opt for vegetables. If the kid is running around, they won’t want to stop to sit down. Chop a few carrots or celery. For simpler handling, they can be bought from the grocery store already sliced and packaged. The kids can walk and nibble at the same time. If raw veggies are too cumberson for little ones to chew, offer them crackers or a cheese stick. Running and playing during a picnic can leave toddlers thirsty. Stay away from carbonated drinks and sodas. They increase thirst instead of quenching it. Keep bottled water and juice on hand. Add water to the juice to cut the amount of sugar your child consumes. If small children are present at a family picnic, finger foods are always a great rule of thumb. Hot dogs and hamburgers are still manageable for toddlers when cut into bite size pieces. Be forewarned though�"children are known to stuff their mouths when parents aren’t watching. Fruit is also an excellent option for toddlers. Due to its natural sweetness, you won't need to take along sugary treats. Prepare and pack fruit the night before and freeze. During the picnic, the pieces will slowly thaw and provide a cool snack. Having toddlers or small children at a cookout won’t cramp your style. Actually, they are often easier to please than older children and adults. Where they are concerned, keep the menu uncomplicated.
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