Picky eating is common in toddlers. New textures, flavours and foods may be rejected at first, and many new parents worry their child is undereating. On an average day, the Australian Dietary Guidelines recommends that children aged 2-3 should be eating: 1 serve of meat 2.5 serves of vegetables 4 serves of grains 1 serve of fruit 1.5 serves of dairy This is a guideline only. Children have an innate ability to sense when they are hungry. As the parent, you should decide what and when to offer food, but you should allow your toddler to decide how much they eat. If your toddler consistently rejects food at mealtimes, explore a positive parenting course for tips on managing eating. Also be mindful of how much snacking your child does throughout the day (especially around mealtimes). When introducing new foods, allow your toddler to explore by touching and tasting, and allow them to feed themselves as much as possible. Consult your GP if you’re concerned about the amount your toddler is eating.