Nutrition for Picky Eaters
Date: Thursday, March 11
Time: 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Who: Youth ages 6+ with an accompanying responsible adult
Where: Camas Teaching Kitchen & Kalapuya Community Room | Eugene Family YMCA Don Stathos Campus, 600 E. 24th Ave
Cost: $65 for Y members | $85 for Community Members | If cost is a barrier, use promo code "FFLC2027" at registration to participate at no cost.
In this session, parents and caregivers will explore practical, low-pressure strategies for encouraging food exploration, involving children in meal preparation, and creating positive mealtime experiences. Participants will prepare and enjoy a family-friendly meal together while learning ways to accommodate different tastes and preferences.
They will leave with ideas they can use at home to make mealtimes less stressful and help children build a positive relationship with food. They will also learn about community food resources they may be eligible for through the Health-Related Social Needs (HRSN) program, including additional funds for fruits and vegetables and free one-on-one nutrition education.
What to Expect:
- Participants will prepare and enjoy a meal together through hands-on cooking
- activities. Participants will receive:
- A copy of the recipe and relevant nutrition education handouts.
- Key ingredients needed to recreate the recipe at home.
- Practical tips and strategies for preparing affordable, nutritious family meals.
- Information about community food resources they may be eligible for through the Health-Related Social Needs (HRSN) program, including additional funds for fruits and vegetables and free one-on-one nutrition education.
Learn more about the program here.
