Children’s Mental Health Blog
Explore recent articles from Little Otter’s child and family mental health and wellness experts.
Recognizing and Supporting Early Signs of Eating Disorders in Children
Early detection can make a significant difference in addressing eating disorders, and understanding the triggers is a crucial step. Here's a guide to help you spot the signs and support your child, along with recommendations for nationwide services.
Decoding the Struggles of Selective Eating in Preschoolers
If you've ever found yourself locked in a culinary battle with a picky eater, you're not alone. But what if something deeper is going on, and their selective eating is more than just a phase? This article explores the intricate dynamics of dealing with selective eating habits in preschoolers, revealing that it may signify deeper psychological and social challenges rather than mere pickiness.
How Can I Respond To My Child’s Picky Eating?
Is your child a picky eater? If so, learn whether it’s typical for children to be picky eaters, what causes picky eating, and 9 ways to respond to picky eating.
How Can I Help My Sibling with an Eating Disorder?
One sibling wrote in with concerns about their brother’s food avoidance. Here’s advice from our team of experts about how to help a sibling with an eating disorder.
5 Ways to Support Body Positivity for Kids
Body positivity for kids is all about supporting healthy development and wellness, mentally and physically. Here are 5 tips for cultivating body positivity for children.
Any Advice for Dealing with An Extreme Picky Eater?
“My son can eat everything, but he’s an extremely picky eater. Lately, it’s become worse. He eats so slowly; it takes 1-2 hours to eat even things he loves! He takes small bird bites. For example, he can take a bite of a chocolate fudge cookie and ask me to save the rest for later - but he won’t finish it later. I have no idea what to do. Eating/meals have become unbearable for the whole family. He’s also one of the smallest in his class. Any advice?”