Dear Queenie,
One of my grandchildren is picky about the food she eats. Her parents insist that she eat whatever they give her and finish everything that is on her plate.
I understand that they don’t want her to pick and choose what foods she will or won’t eat, but they give her such big portions that sometimes she throws up after trying to eat it all. On top of that, she is getting very fat.
Queenie, what should I say to them about all this?—Worried grandmother
Dear Grandmother,
Forcing a child to eat so much that he/she throws up could be considered a form of abuse.
I agree that a child should be required to eat whatever food is served (unless the child is allergic to something that is served). However, portions should be appropriate for the child’s age and size.
Suggest to your granddaughter’s parents that they discuss this in detail with their daughter’s paediatrician and that they then follow his/her instructions.
