Comments on: Chocolate for Breakfast

By: mari

mari — Thu, 08 Jan 2015 06:06:43 +0000

Awesome! Love it! I have no problem with your approach what-so-ever!
As you point out, you were simply trying to reduce/eliminate the dinner-time issues that had come up and what better way to come up with a solution that allowed your daughter to play a part in the decision making and have some control over it all. Sure, as an adult/the parent, you set certain parameters to help guide her decision, but you made her feel like she was in control. That’s the way to win your battle!!!
I can only hope that I remember to put all this in practice as I embark on this journey of working in early childhood education.

By: Jen

Jen — Mon, 13 Jan 2014 17:02:32 +0000

In reply to Deborah K. Hayford. Thanks so much, Deborah! I agree about handing over the reins on decisions that are fit for a little one to make. It makes them feel powerful, in control, and it's great practice for future decision making. :)

By: Inese Bokiša

Inese Bokiša — Mon, 13 Jan 2014 16:22:48 +0000

I love everything what increase child’s control in his/her life. You did it absolutely fab. I just wondering- how you are dealing if you are getting dessert at dinner time or did you switch out it for a while.

By: Stacy Coplin

Stacy Coplin — Mon, 13 Jan 2014 00:37:04 +0000

I LOVE this. What a wonderful way to give a little munchkin some much-desired control over her own world, and keep the mama values right where you want them. I’m so glad it worked out for you and you were able to find such a great solution. Thanks for sharing!

By: Reg

Reg — Mon, 13 Jan 2014 00:04:18 +0000

Oh man. That’s what we’ve been doing with our picky 5 year old: BARGAINING. Maybe THIS technique would work on her. Our almost 3 year old is more open to eating a variety foods and has a healthy appetite. I really want both our girls to, like you said, listen to their bodies and have a healthy relationship with food. I’ve been trying really hard to get rid of the word “TREAT” and “DESSERT” and treat all foods the same but it’s really hard! Perhaps this could be the answer to a stress-free/bargaining-free meal time. :) Thanks for sharing Jen.

By: Deborah K. Hayford

Deborah K. Hayford — Sun, 12 Jan 2014 22:53:56 +0000

Kuddos for giving your child a choice where it doesn’t really matter when she makes that choice. This makes her feel powerful, in control and you got what you wanted also- peaceful dinner! Congratulations. Good parenting choice. Thanks again for sharing with us.