Many parents are intimidated when a child talks about not wanting to eat. But is it really scary and what could be the problem? Let's look at this issue together.
Many have encountered the problem of poor appetite in children. Parents often complain that their child often refuses to eat. But no one really understood this - it's easier to complain, but in fact, as a rule, adults around the baby make mistakes. So what's the deal?
1. Complementary foods are introduced early.
It is not necessary to be surprised if a child refuses to eat any food, if it is too early for the child to eat it. And do not make your child "not like that" - many mothers are ready to doubt the health and development of their baby just because some mother on the street said that her child is already eating cutlets at 6 months, and all of you mixtures and mashed potatoes - firstly, all children are individual, secondly, when and how to feed your child is a matter for your family personally, and thirdly, if this mother does not have a head on her shoulders and she spoils the child's health and also boasts about it, then it remains only to silently sympathize (this is already a problem for their family).
2. Meals are improperly organized.
Too many parents and grandmothers stuff the child with all sorts of snacks and sweets in between meals. This leads to many problems:
- the child eats up and refuses to eat while eating;
- the stomach and digestion are spoiled;
- the baby gets used to improper nutrition from childhood and, becoming an adult, will eat whatever and how at all.
3. The child does not like the food you give.
Here, I think, everything is clear. For example, since childhood, I do not like cabbage cooked in any way - be it cabbage soup, sauerkraut or stew - so under no circumstances will I eat it.
4. Loss of appetite due to illness.
In this case, just contact your pediatrician.
5. Whims.
My daughter, for example, sometimes shouted “I will not,” but you put one spoon into her mouth and she then sits quietly and eats.
1. Do not force to eat with force - over time it will develop into overeating, excess weight and health problems.
2. You can arrange food in an original and attractive way - for example, pancakes in the shape of flowers or porridge decorated with berries can attract a baby and raise his appetite.
3. Do not add large portions - this can be intimidating.
4. It will be better if during the feeding of the child you, someone else, and preferably the whole family at this moment will eat.
5. Work up an appetite - for example, go for a walk with your baby.
