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@MsBAM: my son at that age was very similar but now at 22 months he eats almost everything. In our case having an older sibling has really helped but I agree that if you keep offering different foods over time he will eventually try them

Picky texture eaters are difficult, I should know, I am one! Honestly, I'm just grateful DS eats anything. He has a milk allergy which makes things harder, but for a while we were in Early Intervention to help with his eating issues.

If you are really struggling with it, reach out to them for an evaluation. Even if you don't get services, they can give you some tips.

Definitely keep introducing new things. Our therapist called it the rule of three. One thing he likes, one thing he might eat and something new for every plate/meal.

Something that has also helped is going out of the house for meals. Not necessarily eating out, but going for a picnic. When the kids are away from home and hungry from playing hard, they are more likely to branch out because they're hungry and just want to get back to playing. At least it has been true for my kids

I agree with limiting snacking and just having set mealtimes so he’s hungry enough to be persuaded to try some new things. I usually pair one new thing with something I know my daughter likes. Like if I’m trying to get her to eat a new type of protein or I’ve prepared it differently than she’s used to, I slice up some cheese and apples or some avocado, and have that on the side so I know she’s eating something but I ask her to try at least one bite of the new thing. I’d say most of the time she’s willing to try it but I try to not push it if she doesn’t. I go with the approach that I choose the options but she can decide the amount. Generally she self-regulates well and has been in a normal weight range.

If your son likes berries, maybe try blackberries and raspberries, add avocado or some sort veggie to the grilled cheese, maybe sneak some veggies into any sauces he likes with pasta. I often add butternut squash to Mac and cheese.