How to get my toddler to eat???

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My daughter will be 2 next month. 
This isn't just a phase she's going through, she has NEVER wanted to eat much.There's only a handful of things I can actually get her to eat, and even those things she will only eat a few bites. Since turning 1 she hasn't gained any weight. I've given her a million options and it always goes in the trash. We've tried all veggies, fruits, meats, and even lots of junk just trying to get her to eat and she just won't. 
I'm actually scared for her 2 year check because I don't want them to think I'm starving my baby, she just refuses to eat 😔 
Another thing I've had people say that refusing to eat is a sign of autism but she doesn't show any other symptoms that would indicate that. 
I know all I can do at this point is keep trying and give her the chance to try to eat, but I just feel like she's not getting enough..
Any tips or advice would be greatly appreciated 🙂

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I’d be looking forward to the 2 year check up so you can discuss your concerns and they can hopefully refer you to a specialist.

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You just have to keep offering and eating meals with her. My son was pretty picky but we just stuck with offering things, not pressuring him to eat- just allowing him to make the choice. 
It’s super important not to force them into eating foods they aren’t comfortable with and to not act like certain foods are special. Also, always put one thing on her plate you know she likes, and will eat. 
For instance, my son loves chicken nuggets, blueberries, strawberries, ect., so I would put a small serving of whatever was for dinner on his plate and also one of his favorite foods. If all he ate was his favorite, no big deal! After a few months, he started trying all sorts of food- especially if he saw us eating it too. 
My son is two for reference.

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My son only eats chicken nuggets and French toast so I've figured out home making chicken nuggets and adding good things into them or if he really won't eat ill let him eat anything just so I know his belly is full.

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Went/still going through the exact same thing!
My 3 year old has always been a very picky eater and eats the bare minimum. At her 3yo check up, she had gained a few ounces since 2 years old. They weren’t concerned at all with my parenting and we spoke about her eating habits. The pediatrician gave me some advice to help. 1. Add oil to everything. I add olive oil to her dinner and I add avocado oil to her milk (she doesn’t notice). 2. Buy Duocal and add it to a drink. It adds a few calories. 3. Smoothies with added fats (like oils and avocados). By doing these things daily, she was able to gain a pound in 2 months. She also loves ice pops, so I make my own and add in avocados. We still have days where she pushes back about eating a lot and I let it go, but the next day I make sure to get in extra calories. I feel your stress abs it can be exhausting and very worrisome. Don’t be scared of the 2yo appt...use it as a resource! They’ll probably give you suggestions and have you come back for a weight check in the next few months.

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Have you tried smoothies or ice pops made out of fruit and veggies? Or pediasure? D

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I’d talk to your pediatrician about it.  In the mean time you try those pediasure drinks.  They taste good and come in vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry, so maybe she would like one of those flavors.

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We follow Feeding Littles on Instagram but I’d honestly connect with a feeding therapist. It’s super helpful!!!

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Any chance she still gets a nighttime bottle? Sometimes when parents don’t completely ween off formula kids are more reluctant to eat actual food

How to get my toddler to eat???

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