Why is my baby suddenly refusing to eat from a spoon?

Sudden fussiness or refusal to eat during mealtimes is very common and can often be attributed to teething or normal fluctuations in appetite. Even if you don't see swollen gums, your baby may be feeling the discomfort of tooth buds pushing through, which can make the pressure of a spoon unpleasant. Additionally, sometimes increasing the number of meals or snacks too quickly can impact their hunger levels at main meal times. Try feeling your baby's gums for hard ridges to check for teething, and consider scaling back snack frequency to see if their interest in main meals returns.