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Welcome to\u00a0YTF Community<\/a>, a place to safely share in the challenges and joys of feeding our families. And make all of it easier!<\/em><\/p>\n

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Answering your questions is one of the best parts of my work, so today we have three that I hear versions of all the time in my inbox. <\/p>\n

First, what to make for lunch when the kids are tired of the usual go-tos. Then how to stash the freezer with food\u2014and not let it die a slow death in the back of the freezer. And a general discussion about weight gain in kids.<\/strong><\/p>\n

I have tips, easy ideas, and resources to share on all three, so read below for the full info. <\/p>\n

And as a reminder, members of the YTF Community<\/a> get full access to bonus posts like this one each week, weekly meal plans, a fully ad-free experience across the Yummy Toddler Food website, and additional bonus content. Your direct support of my site also helps to make my content possible in a world where Google is increasingly using recipes from creators like me to fuel AI models without permission or compensation. All of which is to say: Thank you for being part of this community and for supporting my work and recipes.<\/em><\/p>\n

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Susan<\/p>\n

\u201cMy kids are suddenly tired of their favorite lunches, so sandwiches, pasta salad, and even chicken nuggets are out. What can I make them?\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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