Baby suddenly stopped liking a food they used to love
⚡ Short answer: This is very common and usually relates to "food neophobia" — a fear of new foods or a sudden reluctance toward familiar tastes.
Anonymous
bir anne · Feeding
My baby used to eat a food happily for months, now they suddenly refuse it. Why does this happen, and should I try to make them like it again?
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This is very common and usually relates to "food neophobia" — a fear of new foods or a sudden reluctance toward familiar tastes. Between ages 12-24 months, babies can reject foods they used to love. This often happens during a developmental phase or because of teething, a mild illness, or something temporary.
Don't force it; pressure can make food refusal permanent. Instead, try offering that food in a different way — changing the shape, mixing it with another vegetable, or serving it with a sauce they like. Try again after some time. Sometimes a child needs to be exposed to a food 10-15 times before they accept it, so don't give up but also don't push. Keep track of their appetite and energy; if refusal lasts more than two weeks, they're losing weight, or they seem low on energy, talk to your pediatrician.
⚕️ 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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