Chopsticks are an artifact on China's dining table, not only a right-hand man to taste delicious food, but also a unique symbol of China's food culture. Learning to use chopsticks can not only cultivate good eating habits, but also exercise the flexibility of fingers and even promote brain development.

Exercise finger flexibility

Using chopsticks requires the cooperation of fingers, wrists and even shoulders. This exercise can improve the ability of more than 30 joints and more than 50 muscles, including shoulders, arms, palms and fingers. This is the best exercise for babies who are developing fine movements.

Promote brain development

Using chopsticks can also promote brain development. Finger movements can stimulate the cerebral cortex, especially the areas related to imagination and creativity. When babies pick up vegetables with chopsticks, their brains are also performing wonderful dances, which is helpful to their intellectual development.

Pay attention to the timing of use

Children around 2 years old have just started to learn to use spoons, so babies who are too young may not be suitable for using chopsticks. We should respect the natural laws of children's brain development and wait for the right time.

Choose the right chopsticks

Choosing the right chopsticks is the key. Choose short, thin and round wooden chopsticks or bamboo chopsticks for children, and even choose chopsticks with cute cartoon patterns, which can stimulate the baby's interest.

Step by step, giving priority to encouragement.

Start by teaching your baby to take large pieces of food that are not easy to slide, such as cakes, and then gradually transition to taking small things. In this process, parents' guidance and encouragement are very important. Don't rush for success, keep patience and confidence, and let the babies enjoy the fun of learning and growing in a relaxed and happy environment!