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It’s common to feel concerned when it seems like your child doesn’t have a “stopping point” with food. You might find yourself wondering:⁠
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💭 Are they eating too much?⁠
💭 Should I limit how much they eat?⁠
💭 Is this normal?⁠
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But the thing is, controlling how much your child eats will not only backfire, but it will also likely make them feel bad about what they’re eating. And no child should have to experience guilt and shame related to eating.⁠

Plus, limiting portions or labeling foods as “off-limits” can create a sense of scarcity, making them focus on food and eat even more, as a reaction to a sense of deprivation.⁠
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Instead, we want to help kids trust their bodies - because they can tune into their hunger and fullness cues when given the right support.⁠
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Here’s how:⁠
✨ Let them decide how much to eat.⁠
✨ Offer filling, satisfying foods that keep them fueled.⁠
✨ Use supportive language like, “Did you get enough?”⁠
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We have to make them feel like they have permission to eat the amount they need and are in control of their bodies. When we provide freedom around food within structure, we help kids feel safe, supported, and in control.⁠
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This can take time, especially if your child has become a bit disconnected from their cues, but we have to trust the process.⁠
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If this sounds like your kiddo and you’re not sure how to best help them, start by grabbing my free guide: 5 Keys to Raise an Intuitive Eater.

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