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Why is it important to avoid turning mealtime into a battleground?
Why is it important to avoid turning mealtime into a battleground?
What should be emphasized when planning meals for preschoolers?
What should be emphasized when planning meals for preschoolers?
How should parents approach serving food to preschoolers?
How should parents approach serving food to preschoolers?
What is advised regarding snacks for preschoolers?
What is advised regarding snacks for preschoolers?
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In the feeding context, how can adults foster a positive eating environment?
In the feeding context, how can adults foster a positive eating environment?
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What is an important guideline regarding the consumption of dessert by preschoolers?
What is an important guideline regarding the consumption of dessert by preschoolers?
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Which of the following is NOT recommended when feeding preschoolers?
Which of the following is NOT recommended when feeding preschoolers?
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What impact does stress have on a child's ability to control impulses?
What impact does stress have on a child's ability to control impulses?
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Which of the following is a recommended response to a child's challenging behavior?
Which of the following is a recommended response to a child's challenging behavior?
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How long does it typically take for impulse control to mature fully in children?
How long does it typically take for impulse control to mature fully in children?
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What should adults consider when dealing with a child's behavior?
What should adults consider when dealing with a child's behavior?
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What is a likely consequence of punishing a child for challenging behavior?
What is a likely consequence of punishing a child for challenging behavior?
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What is the primary focus of the first step in the Shanker Self-Reg® process?
What is the primary focus of the first step in the Shanker Self-Reg® process?
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How should practitioners view the challenging behaviors exhibited by children?
How should practitioners view the challenging behaviors exhibited by children?
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What does the phrase 'kids do well if they can' imply about children's behavior?
What does the phrase 'kids do well if they can' imply about children's behavior?
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Which of the following statements reflects a common misconception about children's behavior?
Which of the following statements reflects a common misconception about children's behavior?
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What is a significant realization Jess reaches when helping Polly and Ethan?
What is a significant realization Jess reaches when helping Polly and Ethan?
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What is suggested as a necessary component for children to manage their internal experiences effectively?
What is suggested as a necessary component for children to manage their internal experiences effectively?
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Which of these actions is part of the Self-Reg approach to help children recover from stress?
Which of these actions is part of the Self-Reg approach to help children recover from stress?
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Why is reframing behavior important in the context of self-regulation?
Why is reframing behavior important in the context of self-regulation?
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Study Notes
Feeding Preschoolers
- Feeding preschoolers is easier than feeding toddlers as they are more playful and eager to please, but this can also make feeding more complicated
- Parental attempts to control portion size, food choices, or eating manners can create negative relationships with food and eating
- It is important to trust preschoolers to manage their own eating with guidance and structure
- Set meal times and snack times, avoiding food grazing except for water
- Eat with your preschooler, providing a positive and family-friendly meal environment
- Allow preschoolers to serve themselves and eat at their own pace and in their own way, including dessert first
- Permit them to have more of any food, except dessert, even if they have not finished everything on their plate
- Let them leave the table when they are finished eating
- Avoid focusing on agendas for eating, instead focus on enjoyable meals that work for the whole family
Reframing the Behavior
- Challenging behavior is communication; children are asking for help when they engage in it, they are "having a hard time".
- "Kids do well if they can": Children often struggle because they lack the skills to manage situations and internal experiences (feelings, sensations).
- Children are unpredictable: their skills can fluctuate depending on their developmental stage, regulation, and environment.
- Impulse control is essential: It takes 21 years to mature and is significantly reduced when children are stressed.
- Stressed children are in "red brain": Their "thinking brain" is unavailable, preventing them from making rational choices.
- Adults are similar: When we're stressed, our limbic system takes over, leading to irrational decisions.
- We need compassion and empathy: Question "why" the behavior is happening and what stressors might be contributing to it.
- Punishment is harmful: It damages the relationship and doesn't address the underlying causes.
- Meeting our own needs is crucial: Prioritizing our self-regulation allows us to effectively support the child.
- Withdrawal of support is punishment: Removing ourselves and our connection to instill discipline is harmful.
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Description
This quiz explores effective strategies for feeding preschoolers, highlighting the importance of creating a positive meal environment. It emphasizes the balance between guidance and allowing children autonomy during meals. Learn how to foster healthy eating habits without the pressure of strict control.
