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Feeding Without Battles — Division of Responsibility

Satter's Division of Responsibility: you decide what/when/where, he decides how much and whether to eat.

30 min Intermediate

Goal

End food battles via Ellyn Satter's principle: your clear lane (what/when/where), his clear lane (how much/whether).

Steps

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    Set 3 meals + 2 snacks at fixed times. This is your decision.
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Expected Outcome

Immediate
Meal ends in reasonable time, table tension drops.

Evidence base

School: Division of Responsibility

Founders: Ellyn Satter (1986)

Satter's DOR model is the AAP-recommended reference for proper feeding in early childhood.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does "Feeding Without Battles — Division of Responsibility" take?
This exercise takes about 30 minutes, practiced with another person in a Behavioral format.
When will I notice the effect of "Feeding Without Battles — Division of Responsibility"?
Meal ends in reasonable time, table tension drops. In the short term: In 4-6 weeks, he tries new foods from curiosity, not your insistence.
Is "Feeding Without Battles — Division of Responsibility" evidence-based?
Yes — it draws on Division of Responsibility (Ellyn Satter (1986)). Satter's DOR model is the AAP-recommended reference for proper feeding in early childhood.
Is "Feeding Without Battles — Division of Responsibility" suitable for beginners?
Its difficulty level is: Intermediate. No external tools required — it can be practiced directly inside the app.

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