Parents tell the nurse that their toddler daughter eats a little at mealtime,only sits at the table with the family briefly,and wants snacks "all the time." What should the nurse recommend to the parents?

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Most toddlers exhibit a physiological anorexia in response to the decreased nutritional requirements associated with their slower growth rate.Parents should assist the child in developing healthy eating habits.Toddlers are often unable to sit through a meal,so frequent,nutritious snacks are a good way to ensure they are getting proper nutrition.To help with developing healthy eating habits,food should not be used as positive or negative reinforcement for behaviour.The child may develop habits of overeating or eat non-nutritious foods in response.

Parents Tell the Nurse That Their Toddler Daughter Eats a Little