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Planning Developmentally Appropriate Menus ($)

CEU 1

Saturday Summit presented October 16, 2021

1 hour credited CEUs

Menus are not "one size fits all"! In this session, we will review feeding skills and milestones, and present strategies for planning menus that meet children's developmental needs from 0-5 years. Participants will learn tips and tricks that prevent picky eating habits and will review common choking hazards to avoid for young children.

Presented by:

Monica Griffin, MS, RD

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