Grandmother Worries Overfeeding May Impact Toddler‘s Health
A concerned grandmother is seeking advice about her grandson’s family and their feeding habits with their 1-year-old child. The grandmother,writing to advice columnist Annie Lane,expresses worry that the child is being consistently fed,even when not demonstrably hungry,mirroring the mother’s lifelong struggle with weight. While acknowledging the parents’ deep affection for their daughter and their likely desire for her well-being, the grandmother fears this pattern could contribute to future weight issues.
Lane advises focusing on positive contributions when interacting with the child, such as offering healthy snacks and encouraging physical activity. She emphasizes the importance of trusting the parents’ knowledge of their child’s health and suggests observing the situation to determine if concerns are warranted.
Lane can be reached at dearannie@creators.com.
