10/21/2025
🍽️ According to HealthyChildren.org, kids often reach for food not just because they’re hungry, but out of boredom, stress, or emotional triggers.
What to look out for:
• Eating outside regular mealtimes
• Snacking even after a “full” meal
• Turning to food when bored, tired, frustrated, or lonely
What you can do instead:
✔️ Make sure they eat 3 balanced meals + 1 snack a day
✔️ Keep healthy snack options ready — raw veggies, fruit, light popcorn, etc.
✔️ Offer alternatives to eating — playing, walking, drawing, dancing
Remember:
Your relationship with food and how you talk about it matters. Model mindful habits and have open conversations about why we eat. 🫶🏼✨
If you ever feel unsure whether your child’s eating habits are healthy or turning into something more—just ask us. We’re always here to talk it through.
