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I have a 2 1/2 year old grandson who doesn't eat enough to keep a bird going. Is there anything that we can do to get him to eat? He weights around 30#. He might take a couple of bites of food then thats it. He does drink good,we have tried cutting him down on his liquids but nothing seems to help. Is this normal for toddlers to go through this. If you could give us any ideas we would really appreciate it. Thank you Vanessa B
Hi Grandma, Yes, there are definitely a lot of kids out there who eat like "birds"...some like sparrows, and still others like vultures. A 2 1/2 year old boy should weigh approximately 26-34 pounds, and be as tall as 34-37 inches. So, if your little guy is in the ballpark, he must be taking in enough to gain weight and grow. I don't think I have the magic answer in how to make children eat and/or eat healthy, but I have a few suggestions (which you may already be doing): Limit meal times to a certain length of time, so he knows when meal time starts and ends Develop some consistency to meals: time of day, seating, discipline, etc. Try and limit the phrase "one more for daddy", "one more for mommy", etc. He should eat because he is hungry, not because he is trying to please you Stop, or at least limit, any caffeine containing beverages (tea, soda, etc.) Limit sweet drinks (soda, chocolate drinks, kool aid) Limit any candies, chocolates, etc. Stop him from snacking within 2 hours of meal time Have parents and grandparents eat healthy, so as to set a good example Like I said, I don't have the magic answer, but I hope your little bird becomes an eagle. Thank you for your question. Dr. Mike This article was reviewed 04/23/2010 07:24 AM