Food type and feeding routine for 19mth old at Childcare

[Dora1]

Actually sometimes children are a lot more adaptable then we think. My girl was a super fussy eater, takes 2 hrs for each meal with lots of coaxing before she will eat. And she will only refuse to drink formula, only BM. when she entered infant care at 15 months, she started to eat everything that they serve within 1 week. And within 2 weeks, she was drinking her formula milk, things that I have never succeeded in getting her to do at home. I must say that my girl was very lucky as the infant care was new and she was the only infant there, so she had full time attention from her teacher. But still, sometimes we just have to have faith in her teachers and just try it out. 19 month old not being able to solid food is a habit problem, unless there are associated medical issues. And she is obviously capable of holding her own milk bottle, again it’s a habit issue.

Frankly, once she has settled down in CC, you will see a big change in your girl since she is over pampered by your mum now. She will be more independent and disciplined, and you will be glad of your decision. If the teachers at the CC are responsible.

[joajas]

Thanks Dora for your input. It makes me feel better to know that things are not all that bad. Today lunch is the first time for my girl to try rice, hopefully she likes the food and don't get constipated due to solid food.

[SAHM_TAN]

Depending on her progress, you might want to let the cc know about your dd’s situation. It’s not to ask them to make special food preparation but to let them understand the reason if your dd does not take to food readily after a few wks in cc.

[joajas]

Thanks SAHM_TAN,


I have already informed the supervisor about the situation. She says that the teachers will feed my girl till she is able to feed herself, but my girl will need to drink her milk on the own with any help.

[Dora1]

When you or your wife accompany her to cc the 1st few days, dun immediately assume that your child can’t feed herself during mealtimes. Ask her to observe the other children and encourage her to pick up the spoon and feed herself like the other "big children". Assist only if she’s unwilling to try self feed. If she’s eager, let her do it even though it means spilling half the bowl and end up her not eating enough. Dun worry,bits just a few days. As long as her interest is there, she will pick it up very fast.

[joajas]

Thanks Dora, will let my wife know.

[sharonkhoo]

Dora1:

When you or your wife accompany her to cc the 1st few days, dun immediately assume that your child can't feed herself during mealtimes. Ask her to observe the other children and encourage her to pick up the spoon and feed herself like the other \"big children\". Assist only if she's unwilling to try self feed. If she's eager, let her do it even though it means spilling half the bowl and end up her not eating enough. Dun worry,bits just a few days. As long as her interest is there, she will pick it up very fast.

In fact, the sooner your wife can fade into the background and leave, the better for your daughter's adjustment.

[joajas]

@slmkhoo


I am not really worried about her adapting to the environment, just concerned about her feeding habits. she’s very sociable and we had brought her along to the CC during the enrollment. Can see that she likes the place.

[sharonkhoo]

joajas:

@slmkhoo

I am not really worried about her adapting to the environment, just concerned about her feeding habits. she's very sociable and we had brought her along to the CC during the enrollment. Can see that she likes the place.

Feeding habits should be the least of your worries as long as your child has no developmental issues or disabilities. Normal kids will not let themselves go hungry, so if she has to eat, she will!

[joajas]

Thanks