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Parents significantly influence children's eating behaviours and weight through feeding practices. In China, limited qualitative research explores parents' lived experiences in this context. This study aimed to examine Chinese parents' feeding experiences, challenges, coping strategies, and support needs in the home environment. A purposive sampling strategy was employed. Qualitative data were collected through semi\u2010structured interviews and focus groups with parents (\n                    <jats:italic>n<\/jats:italic>\n                    \u2009=\u200935), kindergarten teachers (\n                    <jats:italic>n<\/jats:italic>\n                    \u2009=\u200916), and healthcare professionals (\n                    <jats:italic>n<\/jats:italic>\n                    \u2009=\u200911) in China. Data were analysed using reflexive thematic analysis. The Family Systems Theory and Ecological Systems Theory informed the interpretation of the findings. 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