NibblePicky eater? One tiny taste a day. No fights.
Meet Pip, a little dino who is nervous about new food too. Once a day, Pip takes a tiny bite first, your child takes one too, and Pip grows. One minute, any time of day.
The same five foods, the plate pushed away, and a dinner that turns into a standoff.
When children are pressed to eat, they often end up eating less. Pleading and bribing turn every meal into a negotiation.
Researchers found a simple daily habit that turns "yuck" into "can I have more?" It takes one minute.
A method tested in 7 studies with 1,500+ children
One tiny taste of the same food every day, rewarded with a sticker. The reward is for tasting, not for eating a lot.
Stats, in order: Holley et al. 2015, Appetite · Fildes et al. 2014, J Acad Nutr Diet · Remington et al. 2012, Am J Clin Nutr. The 7 studies: Wardle et al. 2003 (two studies), Cooke et al. 2011, Remington et al. 2012, Corsini et al. 2013, Fildes et al. 2014, Holley et al. 2015. On pressure: Galloway et al. 2006, Appetite.
Nibble is not affiliated with or endorsed by these universities. The studies tested the method, not this app. Not a treatment for feeding disorders.
Every brave bite helps Pip grow
Pip is a little dino who is nervous about new food too. Once a day, at any calm minute, Pip and your child taste together. Even a lick counts, and if your child says no, Pip never gets sad.
1 · Pip is nervous too"Cucumber? Will you try it with me?" Being unsure is normal.
2 · Pip goes firstPip takes a bite, then it's your child's turn. A lick counts.
3 · Pip growsYour child taps "I tried it". A little party and a new hat.
A new food every 14 days
You pick the first one. Each food your child learns is one more on the plate, and many kids get braver with other new foods too.
How did it go?
Cucumber, day 8Your part: one minute a day
Choose a food to start withAny food your child refuses.
Open Nibble for one minute a dayFollow what Pip says. That's it.
Tell us how it wentThree taps, about 10 seconds.
We handle the rest: when to switch foods, what to try next, and what to do on a hard day.
Try Nibble free
No card needed, just your email. Only if your child starts eating a food they used to refuse, keep going for $12.95/mo. Cancel anytime.
What parents ask
Isn't a screen at mealtime a bad idea?
Pip's part takes about a minute, and you can do it at snack time instead of dinner. After the taste, Pip says goodbye until tomorrow.
What age is it for?
Ages 3 to 7 fit best. The tiny-taste studies worked with children aged 2 to 7, and younger children may need a parent to tap for them.
What if my child says no?
That's expected in the first days. "Not today" is a calm answer, Pip says "maybe tomorrow", and the food stays on the plate. If there's no taste for 5 to 6 days in a row, Nibble suggests an easier food.
Do we have to look after Pip?
No. There's nothing to feed or clean. Pip only grows when your child tastes something new.
How does the free trial work?
Sign up with just your email, no card. Your 4 free days start the first time you open Nibble, not when you sign up. After that it's $12.95 a month, and you can cancel anytime.
Is this for feeding disorders?
No. Nibble is for everyday picky eating. If you're worried about weight, gagging, or a very short list of foods, please see your pediatrician or a feeding therapist.