Take 2: Advising parents with under-eating children

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Infants who are still breastfeeding might refuse food if their mothers are encouraging them to constantly feed, says Associate Professor John Sinn


Infants who are still breastfeeding might refuse food if their mothers are encouraging them to constantly feed, says Associate Professor John Sinn, a Neonatologist and Allergist.

Looking at the mother and child interaction is key in children who aren’t on solids yet.

“The mother-child interaction needs to be looked into. You have to think about the bonding situation and what the mum’s anxiety is that’s causing this issue,” says Associate Professor Sinn.

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