Claudia: I staretd feeding Val with outside food quite early too.. I think shortly after she passed the 1 yr old mark. She doesnt quite like baby food and she usually takes only a few mouthful when i purposely cooked for her..
So now, she takes whatever we takes. Makes things easier. But of cos certain stuff that are too oily or spicy, we were not give her too..
She is into self feeding lately. When you try to feed her, she doesnt want to eat. On the flipside, she would take her spoon and try to feed herself instead. Good in a way.. But a bit slower and messier. Hopefully, the childcare centre will continue to help encourage her self feeding skills rather than demolish it. She will be entering childcare in 2 weeks time.
Discipline at dining table
Nowadays, whilst waiting for the food to be prepared, I would switch on an educational DVD for Val to watch as I prepare her food or when outside, bring some crayons and drawing paper for her to doodle on. This keeps her occupied in a way and less of a disturbance.. Well.. doesnt work every time either...
Kidz: Agreed with Kris. I could barely recognise him until u mentioned.