Matthew is 19 months old now, and we're trying to allow him to begin feeding himself with a fork and/or spoon. We've had some interesting results with this. Under our watchful eye at home, we can control somewhat the mess he makes. We are able to generally intercede before yogurt or applesauce winds up on the floor, the tray, the dog, etc. You get the picture. As these are the easiest to clean up, we have started with them and moved onto pasta and meat combos that can be messier especially when they contain tomato sauce. He's done okay with them with just a few smears on the clothes or high chair tray. All this said, I suggested to his teachers yesterday morning that they might try letting him feed himself his morning yogurt. A short time later, I got a request to go to his room with my camera. See for yourself the results.
I especially like the positioning of the spoon.
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