#asktheexpert 3 yr baby delight chart plan

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POOJA KOTHARIMom of a 8 yr 7 m old boy7 months ago

A. Here’s a balanced meal plan for your 3-year-old, ensuring proper nutrition, variety, and taste. Daily Meal Plan for a 3-Year-Old 🥣 Early Morning (7:00 - 7:30 AM) ✔ Milk (150-200 ml) – Plain or flavored with turmeric, dates, or dry fruits. ✔ Soaked Nuts & Seeds – Almonds, walnuts, or cashews (powdered or as a paste). 🍽️ Breakfast (8:30 - 9:00 AM) ✔ Vegetable Poha / Upma / Idli with Chutney ✔ Paneer/Cheese Stuffed Paratha with Curd ✔ Oats or Ragi Porridge ✔ Egg Omelet / Scrambled Eggs with Whole Wheat Toast 🍏 Mid-Morning Snack (11:00 AM) ✔ Seasonal Fruits – Banana, Apple, Pear, Mango, Chikoo, etc. ✔ Homemade Smoothie – Banana + Peanut Butter + Milk / Mango + Yogurt. 🥗 Lunch (1:00 - 1:30 PM) ✔ Dal, Rice & Ghee with a Side of Vegetable ✔ Chapati + Vegetable Sabzi + Curd ✔ Khichdi with Vegetables ✔ Chicken/Fish Curry with Rice (if non-vegetarian) 🧃 Evening Snack (4:30 - 5:00 PM) ✔ Homemade Banana Pancakes / Ragi Cookies ✔ Milk / Coconut Water / Fresh Juice ✔ Sprouts Chaat or Vegetable Cutlets 🍛 Dinner (7:30 - 8:00 PM) ✔ Soft Roti + Dal + Vegetable ✔ Vegetable Dalia / Moong Dal Chilla ✔ Mildly Spiced Pasta with Vegetables ✔ Light Soup with Bread / Idli with Sambhar 🥄 Before Bed (If Needed) (9:00 PM) ✔ Warm Milk with Turmeric / Dry Fruit Powder Tips for a Healthy Diet: ✔ Encourage Self-Feeding – Let them eat with their hands or a spoon. ✔ Avoid Processed & Sugary Foods – Opt for homemade snacks over biscuits or chocolates. ✔ Hydration is Key – Ensure your child drinks enough water and fresh juices. ✔ Variety is Important – Keep rotating foods to avoid boredom and ensure balanced nutrition. Let me know if your child has any preferences or dislikes, and I can modify the chart accordingly!