Child Won't Stay at the Table? Here's Why — and How to Help

Does your child get up from the table every 30 seconds? Does getting them to sit down for a meal feel like a battle every single night? You are not alone — and it's almost never just about behavior. In this video, feeding therapist Sarina Murrell breaks down the real reasons children struggle to sit at the table and shares practical, concrete strategies parents can start using right away. In This Video You'll Learn: 🪑 Why physical seating setup matters more than most parents realize 🧠 How sensory sensitivities can make the table feel overwhelming 🏃 Why movement before meals actually helps kids settle 🍽️ The one simple thing to always put on the plate ⏰ How hunger timing and transitions affect mealtime behavior About The Airplane Spoon The Airplane Spoon supports families navigating feeding challenges through relationship-based feeding therapy that builds confidence, safety, and trust around food. 🌐 www.theairplanespoon.com #feedingtherapy #pickyeater #toddlermeals #mealtime #sittingathetable #toddlerfeeding #feedingtips #sensoryprocessing #parentingtips #toddlerbehavior #feedingtherapist #mealtimeroutine #childnutrition #pickyeatinghelp #toddlermealtime