🧒 Raising children (tarbiyah) · #68

My young child is a very fussy eater. How do I deal with it patiently?

Fussy eating is a normal phase for young children, and battles at the dinner table usually make them more stubborn. Serve nutritious food in small portions, and let them choose between healthy options so that they feel they have some control. Do not force, frighten or bribe them, because that creates a bad relationship with food. Set an example by eating together and enjoying the same food. Introduce new foods repeatedly without pressure; tastes change with time. Begin meals with bismillah to instil good manners from an early age. If their weight is a concern, consult a doctor or health clinic. See children.

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This answer is general reference, not a fatwa. For your situation, consult the religious affairs office, a Syarie lawyer or your state Syariah Court.

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