{"product_id":"the-gentle-table","title":"The Gentle Table","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDigital PDF Edition · 76 pages · Caregiver Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eLess pressure. More curiosity at the table.\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Gentle Table: A Research-Based Guide to Raising an Adventurous Eater\u003c\/strong\u003e is a practical, research-informed guide for caregivers navigating picky eating in early childhood. It replaces mealtime pressure with a calmer framework built around repeated exposure, modeling, a supportive environment, and child autonomy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eInside the guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe science and developmental context of picky eating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA Sensory Ladder for exploring food without making the bite the only measure of progress\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Division of Responsibility approach to caregiver and child roles at meals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA gentle quick-start and practical mealtime toolkit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEight food explorations: broccoli, eggs, berries, salmon, chicken, carrots, mushrooms, and yoghurt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCaregiver scripts, food explorer charts, reflection tools, and a celebration certificate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eA caregiver-first approach\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe goal is not to force a child to eat a specific food. The book helps caregivers create repeated, lower-pressure opportunities to see, touch, smell, prepare, model, and explore foods while keeping appropriate adult and child roles clear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemporary format:\u003c\/strong\u003e Digital PDF edition. A print edition is planned for Amazon. When Kala receives the verified Amazon listing, this product will switch to the verified Amazon purchase link.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003eThis book provides general educational guidance informed by research. It is not a substitute for individualized advice from a registered dietitian, occupational therapist, pediatrician, or other qualified professional. Seek professional support for persistent or concerning feeding difficulties.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kala Early Learning Library","offers":[{"title":"Digital Edition","offer_id":48146339168414,"sku":"KALA-GENTLE-TABLE-DIG","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/9862\/9790\/files\/the-gentle-table-cover_94ba2584-8a56-4530-8bf9-8251371a3eca.png?v=1786917873","url":"https:\/\/kalalibrary.com\/products\/the-gentle-table","provider":"Kala Early Learning Library","version":"1.0","type":"link"}