For more information call your doctor or call the Pregnancy C.A.R.E. program at 435-2000. TOP Tips on Healthy Eating and Lifestyle Most children, because they have small stomachs, want to eat more often than three times a day. Children also like daily routines, including having meals at predictable times during the day. Children often don't like food too hot or too cold or different textures. However, children should be given a chance to try different foods so they will gradually learn to accept lumpy or stringy textures.
Many children enjoy having their own plate and bowl plus smaller utensils.
Serving small portions is best for your child. Let them ask for seconds. Young children can choke easily on foods such as nuts, popcorn, seeds or pits, pieces of raw vegetables such as carrots, and pieces of meats such as hot dogs. You may want to watch your toddler carefully when eating some of these foods. Make sure your child eats breakfast before going to school or eats breakfast at school.