Feeding

 ​​After your child's first birthday, you'll probably notice a sharp drop in his or her appetite. Maybe your child is suddenly turning his or her head away after just a few bites and/or is resisting coming to the table at mealtimes. Despite this behavior and increased activity, there's a good reason for the change. Your child's growth rate has slowed; he or she really doesn't require as much food now. 

•  One year olds need about 1,000 calories divided among three meals and two snacks per day 
•  Encourage, but don't pressure or force your child to eat at a particular time. 
•  One year olds need foods from the same basic nutrition groups that you do. 
•  Don't restrict fats from your one-year-old's menu. 
•  Be sure the food is cool enough to prevent mouth burns. 
•  Don't give foods that are heavily spiced, salted, buttered, or sweetened.
•   Your little one can still choke on chunks of food. 
•  Make sure your child eats only while seated and while supervised by an adult.