The context of the following conversation is Aubrey saw that both kids wanted some of the only piece of fruit left, so she cut the apple in two.:
Aubrey says My kids are really liking fruit, I'm so happy about that..
The friend responds You're lucky. I have to make my kids eat fruit, it's exhausting..
Aubrey responds I ran out of fruit today so I had to cut an apple in two. That way they could each have a piece..
The friend responds I have to threaten mine with no phone or other treats..
Aubrey responds I used to have to but, for some reason, now they like it..