When your child doesn't want to eat with Colin H

Colin H is a father to an energetic 21 month old son who refuses to sit down and eat dinner. Colin and his husband are worried that their child isn't getting enough nutrients and calories. They find themselves resorting to squeezable yogurts and packaged foods. They're concerned that they are creating bad habits that will be hard to fix later in life. If you have a child who can't sit still and focus on eating, you are not alone. Listen along to gain a new perspective on meal time and how to make it less stressful and more enjoyable.  This week on The Parenting Mentor: Creative strategies for incorporating your child into the dinner process Tips for "making it work". How to shift your mindset to focus on your ONE MAIN goal Tips for bringing in tools such as dinner time games and go-to stuffed animal pals Language to create a bond and understanding between you and your child so they feel supported "It's really about making this a pleasant experience for all of you as opposed to this constant struggle. And, if he doesn't eat much once in awhile, I promise you it's okay"- Sue Groner Meet the Parenting Mentor If you want to reduce the everyday stress and anxiety that inevitably come with parenting and learn to be a happier and more relaxed parent, then this is the place for you. Here, you can listen in on real sessions with parents who open up about the specific challenges they face with children from 2 to 22. Listen along and gain perspectives and strategies to help you parent with sanity and joy. Visit theparentingmentor.com for notes on this show, more episodes, and all the ways to subscribe, and don't forget to pick up my book, Parenting with Sanity and Joy: 101 Simple Strategies, which includes my Nine Golden Rules of Parenting.