How to promote eating without watching tv or mobile?

Don't stress out... I know it is a bad habit but since the child already is used to it it will take little time... Initially my son also did the same thing but with some effort I have finally helped him to have meals with out any gadget. I started to offer meals only when he was hungry, tried to make sure that we have meals together, initially I gave mobile then slowly I started to off the internet or cable and showed him there is no connection. Got colourful plates and spoons with cartoons, made food attractive... Try to include the child in family meals.. This works well... Last of all you need to keep a lot of patience as it takes some time to see the results... Happy parenting 😊

Beti, this is a very common challenge many mothers face, so please know you're not alone. The key is a gradual transition and creating a positive, screen-free mealtime experience. Start by reducing screen time slowly – perhaps just for the first five minutes of the meal, then gradually extend the time without it. Make mealtime a family affair where everyone eats together, shares stories, and talks about their day. This transforms it into an engaging social activity rather than a solitary, screen-dependent one.

Involve your child in the process, like helping you wash vegetables or setting the table; this makes them feel invested in the meal. Make food visually appealing and fun – maybe cut rotis into interesting shapes or arrange colourful fruits creatively. Offer small, manageable portions and avoid force-feeding; if they are hungry, they will eventually eat. Consistency and immense patience are crucial; it will take time, but with love and perseverance, your child will adapt to healthy eating habits.