Baby eats very slowly, meals drag on?
⚡ Short answer: An hour-long meal is something families see often with babies—especially with distraction, new tastes, or teething.
Anonymous
bir anne · Feeding
My baby eats very slowly; one meal takes an hour. Is this normal, should I shorten mealtimes?
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An hour-long meal is something families see often with babies—especially with distraction, new tastes, or teething. The general pediatric recommendation is meals shouldn't exceed 30-40 minutes; longer meals can lead to negative associations with eating.
Try this: set a 30-minute limit, then gently put it away when time is up. If he's still hungry, balanced eating happens at the next snack. Also, keeping the eating space calm, removing toys or screens, helps speed things up. That said, if he's new to solids (6-7 months) and gaining weight well, you might need to be patient a while longer—every baby eats at his own pace. If weight gain falls behind or food refusal develops, 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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