Mothers may sometimes find that their babies are not very honest when it comes to eating, usually because they are not hungry or do not like their meals. They may also lack some trace elements or have roundworms. They can go to the hospital for further examination or take some measures. Babies' eating habits will improve. Below, we will explain the issues related to babies' eating.
1、 What's wrong with a one and a half year old baby not eating honestly
Babies who eat dishonestly may experience loss of appetite due to zinc deficiency or roundworms. They are picky eaters and usually accompanied by weight loss. It is recommended to go to the hospital for trace element testing to determine if there is a zinc deficiency. If there is a zinc deficiency, zinc supplementation is needed, and oral zinc gluconate can be taken. It is recommended to go to the hospital for a stool examination to check for roundworm eggs. If roundworms are found, deworming is necessary and oral deworming medication can be taken. Some babies also eat too many snacks and don't like to eat, while others are caused by the poor taste of the dishes.
2、 How to make babies eat well
1. Prepare a suitable set of children's tableware for children, as holding their favorite tableware will increase their desire to eat.
2. Notify children in advance to eat, so that they are mentally prepared and avoid being interrupted when they are playing happily.
3. Give children less snacks, and avoid eating too many snacks, Dim sum, etc. before eating, so as to prevent children from being unable to eat at dinner.
4. Make children look forward to eating, tell them that there are dishes they like to eat, and ask them to help wash dishes, set dishes, clean tables, etc; It can stimulate children's dining enthusiasm.
5. Regularly changing dishes allows children to taste more flavors and develop a liking for eating.
6. Explore children's tastes, so that they can enjoy their favorite food while eating and naturally sit down to eat.
7. Let children treat eating as a form of entertainment. They can use a spoon to eat on their own, which may be ubiquitous, but it is also a form of enjoyment for them.
8. The more relaxed the atmosphere at the dining table, the easier it is for children to eat. Don't force children to eat, let them choose what to eat themselves.
9. When a child is hungry, they will naturally sit down and eat obediently. Therefore, parents should not let their children eat too much at every meal, in addition to encouraging them to eat less snacks.
Based on the above health knowledge on how to make babies eat honestly, it is necessary to ensure their protein requirements, vegetables and fruits are also necessary. Regularly change the dishes, create a good eating atmosphere, avoid being too nervous, and try to eat fewer snacks, as they can affect babies' appetite and there are many additives in snacks.
