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Unraveling the Mystery: Why Your 2-Year-Old Eats Dirt

By Tammy Oct 07, 2026
Is your baby eating dirt outside?
Is your baby eating dirt outside?

Babies explore the world with their hands and mouths so it's super common for them to suck and chew on things that they probably shouldn't. If your baby seems to be putting dirt (or dirty hands in their mouth) learn more about why they are doing this, why it might not be bad, and even some potential benefits!

"He plays this maddening game where he'll ask for something; then, when I give it to him, he doesn't want it. I know this is a control issue but what should I do?"

Is your baby eating dirt outside?
Is your baby eating dirt outside?

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Wondering how to respond to your toddler's picky eating in a respectful, balanced way? Picky eating can be frustrating to deal with, whether you have a 1 year old, 2 year old, or 3 year old. But don't worry! Click through to learn why some toddlers become picky eaters and how you can deal with your child's picky eating using shame-free gentle parenting strategies. #pickyeating #pickyeatingtips #toddler #kids #gentleparenting #positiveparenting #montessoritoddler #montessori

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2 year old refuses to eat? Try these Super Helpful Tips
two different pictures with one person holding something in their hand and the other showing dirt
two different pictures with one person holding something in their hand and the other showing dirt
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a baby sitting in a high chair covered in dirt
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a young boy covered in mud standing next to a laptop computer on the sidewalk with his face smeared
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a little boy with mud all over his face and mouth, standing in muddy field
a little boy with mud all over his face and mouth, standing in muddy field
Farm girl•
Farm girl•

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