Young children are often picky eaters. This means meals can become a chore for parents, and kids might not get all the nutrients they need to grow and thrive. One solution is to involve them in the kitchen. There are many benefits of cooking with children, for both your kids and you.
References
Ellis, E. (2022). Teaching kids to cook. Eatright.org.
Nemours KidsHealth. (2021). Cooking with kids.
Thomas P. A., et al. (2017). Family relationships and well-being. Innovation in Aging.
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Karen Hovav, MD, FAAPKaren Hovav, MD, FAAP, has more than 15 years of experience as an attending pediatrician. She has worked in a large academic center in an urban city, a small community hospital, a private practice, and an urgent care clinic.
