Frustrated with my 4 yr old! Advice needed!!

RoadDog

Get her some protein.

yummymummyof3

Hi there!

Contrary to the popular opinions of others..I think you made the right choice! I am the mother of 3 little girls (ages 7, 5 and 2) and I totally understand the constant whining and complaining of "Mom I am Hungry!"...most commonly after school. I think what is important is that You set a good example by providing healthy snack options...but also that your daughter knows her limits! If you are making healthy lifestyle choices for yourself...why should they be different for her? Obviously you want her to be strong and healthy...so why not instill those good choices in her now? After dinner and ONE moderate snack...eating should be done until breakfast!
(This is just my opinion...and how I choose to raisee my daaughters)
Good luck!

DawnOf1969

I agree with the comment about giving her more protein. 1/2 a peach is only about 35 calories, and its carbs. 1/2 a banana is only about 50 calories, and it's carbs. Not sure what she had for dinner at this point, but growing toddlers/preschoolers need calories to keep up with the calories they expend just growing not to mention what they burn by running around and playing.

Pre-school children can be very active, and are learning, growing and developing fast. The Estimated Average Requirements for boys aged four to six years is 1715 cal per day, and for girls 1545 per day.