my girl is a very picky eater. i definitely dont reward her every time she finishes her food, since that's not how its going to go when she goes to school. but, once in a while, i give the incentive beforehand ("if you eat all your chicken and corn, you can have a popsicle"). she appreciates the snack and knows she got it for eating well, but she also knows not to expect a treat every time. not to mention, if she doesnt finish up her dinner, she doesn't get the reward.... that makes her want to try harder next time.
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mama_moonsong
at 8:58 PM on Apr. 6, 2009
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