KnE Social Sciences

Published date: Jun 20 2025

Journal Title: KnE Social Sciences

Issue title: The International Conference on Teaching, Learning and Technology 2024 (ICTLT 2024)

Pages: 1 - 7

DOI: 10.18502/kss.v10i12.18855

Khabibur Rohmankhabibur.rohman@uinsatu.ac.idFaculty of Education and Teacher Training, UIN Sayyi Ali Rahmatullah Tulungagung

Eka Cahya MaulidiyahFaculty of Education, State University of Surabaya

Didin WahyudinFaculty of Education and Teacher Training, UIN Sayyi Ali Rahmatullah Tulungagung

This study aims to examine the effect of mindful eating on body and food awareness in early childhood. This study was conducted at Sunshine Daycare, a child and foster care institution managed by the Teacher Education Early Childhood Education Study Program at Surabaya State University. We used a qualitative research and case study as our methods. Subjects were selected using purposive sampling, focusing on children aged 4-6 years, caregivers, and parents who actively participated in the daycare’s activities. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews and participatory observations. Interviews were conducted with caregivers, parents, and children to explore their perspectives on eating behavior and the implementation of mindful eating. The key aspects observed during “mealtimes” in the afternoon and evening included eating pace, food selection tendencies, and children’s responses to mindful eating activities. The observation also emphasized children’s expressions of satiety and their recognition of hunger cues.

Keywords: daycare, nutrition, early age

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