To celebrate the launch of What to Expect the Second Year, we’ll be answering tough questions from parents of toddlers all week. Check back for a new Q&A each day!
Q: Now that my daughter is eating more finger foods, how do I know when she’s full?
A: Go with the appetite flow. Serve up a predictable schedule of three meals, supplemented by well-timed snacks, and let your toddler’s appetite dictate how much (or how little) is eaten at each. No pressure to eat more, no recriminations for eating less, no sweat over leftovers or mainly skipped meals. Remember, healthy kids eat as much as they need. Take a look at the big picture—your toddler’s diet over a week, for instance—and you’ll probably see that ups and downs in appetite balance out. (From Chapter 4, “Feeding”)
Want to learn more about the second year? Heidi Murkoff will be answering your questions about toddlerhood and offering tips on how to make the most of months 12 to 23 live on Twitter this Thursday, April 7th, from 9 to 10 PM EST. Join the party!
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