What should I do if my baby always refuses to eat?

The baby's eating problem has always been a headache for parents, because there are many examples of babies being active and not eating seriously. This is a normal phenomenon. Mothers can take other measures to induce babies to eat. Let’s take a look at what to do if your baby always refuses to eat. I hope all mothers can learn from it.

1. It is important for adults to develop correct eating habits. “Precepts speak louder than words.” Children have a strong ability to imitate. If adults themselves have abnormal eating habits or often fill their stomachs with snacks, there is naturally no reason to ask children to stick to regular meal habits.

2. Set fixed meal times. Try to make it a habit for the whole family to eat together at the table when meal time comes. Make sure the children finish their own meals. If they do not finish their meals, do not give them any snacks even if they are hungry later. Over time, children will develop the habit of eating at regular times and in fixed quantities.

3. Reduce the amount of food other than regular meals. Although snacks are necessary, they should not be given in excess, especially junk food. This can prevent children from eating too many snacks and putting the cart before the horse and not being able to eat regular meals.

4. Promote children's appetite. Children cannot eat if they are not hungry. If parents just force their children to eat, it will have the opposite effect. Try to promote children's appetite, such as increasing their activities. When they really feel hungry, they will not resist eating.

5. Choose tableware that your child likes. Children like to have their own unique things. Buying some tableware with cute patterns for your child can increase your child's desire to eat. Better results can be achieved if you can choose and buy it with your child.

6. Spend more time on making variations in dishes. Under the condition of a balanced diet, parents can replace the simple rice and noodles they usually eat with a variety of foods. For example: Sometimes potatoes can be used as the main dish, and paired with some vegetables to make a nutritious and hearty meal.

7. Let your children participate in the cooking process, for example: go to the market to buy vegetables, help carry them home, wash fruits together... etc. You can even ask your children for their opinions and ask them to help you cook. Not only will children feel involved, but they will also understand every step before making a dish, and thus enjoy eating more.