Doctors say they are now seeing children as young as six months old in their obesity clinics.
They are concerned some parents are supersizing meal portions for very young children and have lost sight of what "normal" weight looks like.
They told the BBC that in extreme cases overfeeding a young child should be seen as a form of abuse or neglect.
PORTION SIZES FOR ONE YEAR OLDS
One tablespoon of finely chopped meat or fish or one egg, 2-4 times a day
Half a small apple, pear or one small plum, 2-4 times a day
One tablespoon of vegetables, 3-5 times a day
One slice of bread or one tablespoon of potato, rice or cereal, 4-6 times a day
Avoid foods high in fat or sugar
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