Mealtimes often bring families together. But children can have a tough time with rules around mealtime. Some ways children might have trouble behaving at mealtimes include:
Not coming to the table when asked
Stalling with their food or playing with it
Refusing to eat certain foods
Eating with their hands or with poor manners
Jumping up and down out of their chair
Crying, yelling, or screaming, possibly under the table
Fighting or arguing with siblings
Where do they get this from?
Some children have a hard time sitting still at mealtime because of their temperament. They might be very active, reactive, or have a shorter attention span.
Some children are sensitive to different flavors or textures and may not like a lot of foods put in front of them.
Some children may have a hard time having to follow so many rules and look for ways to take a little control for themselves.
How can I use a skill?
Learn how a skill can be used for Mealtime Troubles
