5 Reasons Why Your Child Refuses to Eat and What to Do
5 Reasons Why Your Child Refuses to Eat and What to Do
They feel pressure to eat
#1
Let your toddler self-feed and eat at their own pace at meals, provide lots of food variety at meals in manageable amounts, and let them be in charge of whether and how much they eat.
How to fix it
They have no say in what's served
#2
It’s important to set healthy boundaries and uphold your responsibility of “what, when and where”, but it’s also ok to let your kids be a part of the process.
How to fix it
They're in a food rut (boredom)
#3
We get bored of certain foods and so do our kids! Switch up serving styles. Something as simple as changing the shape or texture of food can make a difference to a child. If raw cauliflower, carrots or celery are too crunchy, steam them.
How to fix it
They're just not hungry!
#4
Try to accept “I’m just not hungry” as an acceptable answer, and remind your child that the kitchen will be closed after mealtime.
How to fix it
They're distracted while eating
#5
No toys at the table and no eating in front of the TV (that goes for parent too—no phones at the table!).
How to fix it
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