Baby eats snacks but refuses main meals?
⚡ Short answer: Snacks affecting appetite for main meals is one of the most common situations.
Anonymous
bir anne · Feeding
My baby loves his snacks but won't eat at main mealtimes. Should I cut back his snacks?
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Snacks affecting appetite for main meals is one of the most common situations. If your baby gets full from a snack, he won't feel hungry for the main meal and will refuse it. The general pediatric recommendation is to end snacks at least 1.5–2 hours before the main meal and keep snack portions small (like a few spoonfuls of yogurt or a piece or two of fruit). You don't need to cut snacks entirely; adjusting timing and portion usually works. If main meal intake doesn't improve in a week, or if your baby's weight gain slows, talk to your pediatrician about rethinking feeding habits.
⚕️ Health note: This answer is for general information only; it is not medical advice. Every baby is different — for decisions about your baby's health, consult your pediatrician.
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