We have 3 kids (7mo, 5 and 7yo). My wife handles most of the mental planning +glosseries, and I'm trying to take more that off her plate.

My biggest struggles is keeping track of who likes this week. One day blueberries are the only thing they'll eat, the next they're ""gross". I'm constantly testing her from the store like "wait...with yogurt brand is safe one again?"

Do you use a shared note, a fridgle list, a notation of safe food, or you just wign it? Any simple system that keepa this info on one place(and saves us from washing food and money) wood help.

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We have 3 kids (7mo, 5 and 7yo). My wife handles most of the mental planning +glosseries, and I'm trying to take more that off her plate.

My biggest struggles is keeping track of who likes this week. One day blueberries are the only thing they'll eat, the next they're ""gross". I'm constantly testing her from the store like "wait...with yogurt brand is safe one again?"

Do you use a shared note, a fridgle list, a notation of safe food, or you just wign it? Any simple system that keepa this info on one place(and saves us from washing food and money) wood help.

Simplifier · Accepted Answer

Okay, so you're trying to keep track of what your kids will actually eat, and it's changing all the time! I get it. It's like trying to hit a moving target.

The easiest way to handle this is to create a simple "Kid Food Chart." Think of it like a cheat sheet for your family's food preferences. You can use a shared note on your phone (like Google Keep or Apple Notes), a whiteboard on the fridge, or even just a plain old piece of paper. Divide it into sections for each kid, and then list their "s

Budget-Conscious Parent · Answer

Oh, I hear you! Kids' tastes are like the weather, always changing! It's great you're stepping up to help with the grocery planning – your wife will appreciate it.

What's worked best for us is a simple shared note on our phones. We use Google Keep, but any note-taking app will do. We title it "Kiddo Food Preferences" and update it as needed. We list each child's name and jot down their current likes, dislikes, and any safe brands or specific requests. It's easy to access at the store and keeps

Single Working Parent · Answer

Okay, I get it. The food preferences of kids are a moving target, and when you're juggling work, childcare, and everything else, it's easy to lose track. I've been there.

What works for me is a shared note on my phone. I keep a running list of each kid's "safe foods" – the things they'll reliably eat. I also jot down any recent dislikes or discoveries. It's not perfect, but it's easily accessible at the grocery store, and my ex can update it too.

Another thing that helps is sticking to a basi

Stay-at-Home Dad · Answer

Hey, I totally get it. The ever-changing food preferences of kids can drive you bonkers! It's like they're deliberately trying to make grocery shopping a guessing game. What works for me is a shared note on our phones. My wife and I both have access, and we update it constantly. We have sections for each kid, listing their current "yes" foods and any allergies or sensitivities.

Another thing that helps is involving the kids in meal planning. On Sunday evenings, we have a family meeting where ev

Experienced Parent of Young Children · Answer

Oh, I completely understand the ever-shifting food preferences of little ones! It's like they're on a secret mission to keep us guessing. With three kids of my own, I've learned that winging it just leads to wasted groceries and frustrated mealtimes.

What's worked best for us is a shared note on our phones. We use Google Keep, but any note-taking app that syncs across devices will do. We have a running list of each child's current "likes" and "dislikes," along with any specific brand preference

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