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How can I prevent my 2 1/2-year-old from gagging on too much food?

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Loraine Stern
Answered by Loraine Stern M.D.
"I adore children and being a pediatrician because of all the hugging and laughing that we do," say Loraine Stern, M.D. 

Loraine Stern, M.D., clinical professor of pediatrics at U.C.L.A., has been in private pediatric practice for 35 years. Dr. Stern wrote for Woman's Day magazine from 1986 to 2005. She is a former editor of and contributor to Healthy Kids magazine. She has published two books on child care and has edited a book about pediatric nutrition for the American Academy of Pediatrics. A spokesperson for children and families, Dr. Stern has appeared on national networks and programs such as CNN, The Today Show, and Good Morning America.

Dr. Stern has two stepchildren but no animals or even green plants.


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How can I prevent my 2 1/2-year-old from gagging on too much food?

Answer


Other than being impolite, the main problem here is that a child can choke with too much in his mouth. Until your son learns to regulate his behavior, give him only enough food at one time for a mouthful. If a sandwich is on the table, cut it into bite-sized pieces and give him one at a time. If pasta is on the menu, dole out small amounts. If he asks for more at once, let him know that you will do that only if he chews and swallows before putting more in.

Are mealtimes conversation times in the family? They should be. Include him in the conversation and make the point that he cannot participate when his mouth is too full.

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