Many parents worry about whether their toddlers are eating enough healthy food. It’s common for toddlers to eat only very small amounts, to be fussy about what they eat, and to refuse to eat at all.

Key points of this resource:

• It’s common for toddlers to eat very small amounts, be fussy or not eat at all

• Give toddlers healthy food, and let them decide how much food to eat

• Try to judge toddler appetite over a week, rather than over a single day

• Try to create a positive eating environment, persist with new foods and follow your toddler’s lead