Healthy Habits For Kids
7 Ways to Ensure Your Child Has a Healthy Relationship With Food
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Avoid These Phrases
Avoid stress-inducing statements like "You have to finish this plate," or "You need to eat this before you can eat that." Instead, ask the child to reflect on their feelings of hunger or satiety with questions such as "How does your stomach feel?" and "Are you still interested in eating?" In doing so, you'll avoid mealtime battles, keep the experience positive, and help them learn to self-regulate.
