First of all, care should be taken the way of preparing food given to children. Also, on the list of safety measures when feeding a child, the fact that parents must avoid giving their little ones unpasteurized food and drinks, undercooked eggs or dishes containing raw eggs, raw meat of any kind, including fish, vegetable or green sprouts, sugar.
Also, it is not recommended to give honey to children under the age of 1, because honey may contain toxins that cause botulism (a rare but very serious disease transmitted through food).
Then, parents or people who feed young children must pay attention to food size, so that the little ones don’t drown. Children under 4 should not be offered nuts, seeds, popcorn, chips, pretzels, whole olives or whole cherry tomatoes. It is also not advisable to give them grape seeds, large pieces of meat or candy.
Safety measures when feeding a small child
On the list of safety measures when feeding a small child, it should also be stated that, for small children, the meat must be cooked well and cut into pieces smaller than 1 centimeter. Vegetables and fruits can be eaten raw, but still cut into pieces. Children should not be given whole apples, oranges, etc. Sticky foods such as caramels, chewing gum and peanut butter are also prohibited.
Safety measures when feeding a small child. To remember:
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Small children should not be left alone when eating. An adult must constantly supervise them. Parents or caregivers must know first aid measures to act quickly in case of drowning.
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Food cooked for the little ones should be well steamed, in water or prepared in the oven, not fried.
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Food should be cut into small pieces to avoid choking.
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Little ones should be encouraged to eat slowly, chew well and sit still when they eat and when they drink (not to run, not to play, etc.)
