In the home, how should parents apply the concept of treating the child as a child first?

Answer 1

Whatever special foods or dietary supplements required should be in forms suitable for the child's developmental level, such as liquid supplemental calcium instead of chewable tablets. As soon as possible, children should be taught to take responsibility for making food choices consistent with their dietary plans. Consistency and structure in the home support a child's normal development. This structure includes regular meal and snack times, and the child accepting increasing levels of responsibility in preparing foods.