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Ideas for feeding a fussy eater

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wadercl · 31/07/2022 20:04

Hello

My little one is 3 and a half and has always been tricky to feed. He has even always refused things like sandwiches, chips, beans, a lot of meats etc. Usually we just ride it out and get round it by trying lots of different foods, but now I’m about 8 weeks pregnant and cannot bear the idea of cooking most foods. Sea bands have been so amazing but I still feel mildly nauseous most of the day. I used to cook lots of fresh meals with plenty of vegetables and fruits, but my diet has unfortunately rapidly switched to mainly starchy salty fatty foods (please don’t judge)! My 3 yr old has been particularly fussy and refuses most foods he’d usually happily eat (like pasta and eggs). And I really don’t have the stomach to try most things out right now (that don’t just need to be heated up!). So I feel terrible about my little boys diet right now but also I don’t know what to try to feed him that is healthy, easy and doesn’t involve a lot of preparation. Any ideas or tips if you’ve had a similar problem would be greatly appreciated :) Thanks so much :)

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Goawayangryman · 31/07/2022 20:08

Honestly?

Just cook one evening meal for you and whoever else is in your house.

Give your child exactly what you yourself have for lunch.

He doesn't eat it.. don't do anything. Just take it away.and try again next time.

I did not do this with one child (who is so fussy) and did do this with another (totally unfussy).

Now, it could well be that their personalities were driving their choices.

But presuming no allergies or developmental issues, healthy children won't starve themselves. They will eat what is on offer.

Goawayangryman · 31/07/2022 20:11

I don't think it matters what you're eating at the minute to be honest...just offer your child the same. The crucial thing is the choice/ rebellion element.

Some kids are much more sensitive to tastes and smells and textures than others. It's never ok to force feed a child. It's totally ok to offer what's available and not to provide an alternative if it's not eaten.

Mymomsbetterthanyomom · 31/07/2022 20:49

He'll eat when he's hungry.
Don't cater to this,he needs to eat what the family is eating.
He will not starve to death.
I promise😀

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