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3 year old baby food
My daughter is 3 years old. She is not eating well. If I give the food she will turn her face. This creates more stress for me. Sometimes she doesn't eat even one spoon.
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This is a very common problem that occurs in this age group and it could have multiple associated conditions
To evaluate exact cause and treat this effectively we need detailed history and further evaluation
Child could be anaemic,could have poor growth and development.
Need detailed dietary history also
At present try fruits and whatever food we used to have daily at home
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to understand it in detail book an appointment so that i can have detailed history and advise you few suppliments to cure it from core
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This appears to be normal developmental behavior. At this age, children commonly imitate others, play actively, and show variable interest in food.
At present, there is no cause for concern, but we will monitor weight and height to ensure appropriate growth.
Please offer small, frequent meals and avoid force-feeding. Allow the child to eat at their own pace.
It is also important to note that physiological growth rate naturally slows after 1 year of age, which can reduce appetite.
Overall, this behavior is within normal limits, and reassurance is advised.
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totally understand your concern. Before suggesting treatment, I would like to ask a few questions to ensure the correct management can be provided.
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Dr. G. Avinash MBBS, MD (Pediatrics) Fellowship in Neonatolog
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This is very normal at this age of baby. You have to make her eat by indulging yourself with the kid.
Avoid screen time while eating.
They will play with food and eventually eat by themself after playing with it
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This is very normal at this age of baby. You have to make her eat by indulging yourself with the kid. Child usually gets distracted by screen and shows food faddism because of autonomy struggle.
Make meal time more lively and try keeping baby besides you while whole family taking meal .... a kind of family pot. And avoid giving screen during feeding.
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I can give you several tips and counseling on consultation
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Dr. Bhatt Vivek Prafulchandra
Pediatrician
5 yrs exp
Rajkot
Consult with Pediatrician physically for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Prathibha Reddy
Pediatrician
12 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Do deworming for child .
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