Children & Adolescents Clinic

 Home Parent's Guide

Clinical Reference Systems: Pediatric Advisor 10.0

Questions to Ask About Day Care Meals

  • Is my caregiver knowledgeable about my baby's food requirements and feeding schedule?
  • Are snacks and meals tasty, attractive, and well balanced?
  • Are menus varied and posted for my review?
  • Are special diets and ethnic preferences given consideration?
  • Is food served in a pleasant, relaxed atmosphere?
  • Does the center serve food I want my child to eat?
  • Are healthy snacks served mid-morning and mid-afternoon?
  • Are children allowed to leave food on their plates? (They should never be forced to eat.)
  • Are portions small and second helpings available?
  • Who plans the menus (dietician or other staff)?
  • Is the kitchen clean?

Written by Donna Warner Manczak, Ph.D., M.P.H.
Copyright 1999 Clinical Reference Systems