A mother asks about the normal portion size for her 2 1/2-year-old daughter. The nurse explains:
a. The toddler should be allowed to eat until full
b. The toddler should eat about to of an adult portion
c. Offering a large portion will let the toddler exert control over intake
d. The toddler should eat small portions (1 teaspoon) on a small plate
B
A toddler should eat about to of an adult portion. A large serving often overwhelms the child and can initiate eating problems for the child. Forcing a toddler to eat turns mealtime into a battlefield and should be avoided.
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