Hi just looking for some advice. DS is nearly 3 and we have two problems wih meals. First we are completely stuck in a rut with meal choices - he does have a reasonable variety in his diet but just won't try anything new, even if its just a variation on something he'd normally eat. Standing our ground and telling him "nothing else until breakfast" rarely makes a difference.
Secondly he just won't stay in his seat to finish his meal. Unfortunately we have an open plan living area so the TV and table are in the same area, but its not just the TV thats the problem (and its turned off at dinnertime anyway) - he'll wander off, find a toy etc etc. I'm finding mealtimes increasingly stressful. I try and just be firm but find myself getting more and more frustrated with him! Due to mine and DHs working pattern we find it difficult to sit down for a family meal in the week, but we do at weekends to try and encourage better behaviour at the table...but is making no difference. Any advice gratefully received.
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How do I get my 3 year old to eat well?
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cardiffmummy · 22/01/2013 17:27
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