Notice the signs
How might it show up?
Develops in early childhood and can be expressed through facial expressions, avoidance, words, or turning away.
← Back to parent space
A little parent guide
Disgust
A strong feeling of aversion that can make something seem unpleasant, unsafe, or difficult to be near.
One parent to another
Mom is here with you.
Start with the basics
What is disgust?
A strong feeling of aversion that can make something seem unpleasant, unsafe, or difficult to be near.
A thought for parents
What can a parent do?
Take the reaction seriously without reinforcing fear. You can acknowledge the feeling while calmly helping a child understand what is actually unsafe.
A normal part of growing
Is disgust normal in childhood?
Common, particularly around food, smells, bodily experiences, and things children find unfamiliar or unpleasant.
Keep exploring
Stories and play
Feelings can be easier to understand when children meet them in stories, play, and everyday conversations.