Mikko Is NOT Gaining Weight Because of THIS...
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- With Mikko nearing 4 years old, we have been concerned with how much she weighs. She, having a food aversion, has been more particular than ever with what she wants to eat. We continuously pay close attention to how she reacts to food, any patterns with how she eats, and what food items are a go-to for her. Having a plan of action is important in solving any issue, so we are striving to help our daughter as she grows through life.
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Yup having autism and sensory processing disorder, food is a HUGE issue. I can understand how frustrating it is. Texture smell taste are a problem. My friend's son ONLY ate peanut butter sandwiches from the time he was 2 till 25 yrs old. Yes some foods should be avoided when autism is a diagnose. In a nutshell, some foods/food ingredients to avoid with autism are: Sugar.MSG.Artificial ingredients.Toxins.Dairy.Gluten.Corn.
A child I use to work with could feel the food going down their throat. He didn't like the swallowing part. In terms of mikko, there are ways of incorporating other foods into her diet. In my 47 yrs in the field of speacial needs, ABA would help with it. My daughter has worked with kiddies with autism for 25yrs and she offers some suggestions:
Strategies to expand the diet of picky eaters with autism:
1)
Rule out medical problemsIf your child is clamping her lips shut when offered a certain food, it may be that she knows it will make her stomach hurt. Gastrointestinal distress is common among children with autism, many of whom can’t easily describe their distress. Your child’s doctor can help you figure out if this is the case and how to deal with it.
2)
Stay calm. Many children need to taste a food more than a dozen times before they’re willing to eat it without a fuss. Children with autism-related sensitivities can take longer. Be patient as your child explores and samples new foods. If your child continues to reject a food even after a dozen-plus tries, perhaps he just doesn’t like it. Consider trying a different food. Above all, don’t let mealtime become a family battleground. Instead, get creative.
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Take steps toward tasting. Many individuals with autism are afraid to try new things. Help your child explore a new food by looking at it, touching it and smelling it. When he’s ready for a taste, he can try giving the food “a kiss” or licking it before putting a whole bite into his mouth. Sometimes, mixing a new food with a favorite one can help.
4)
Tune into textures. Autism often comes with hypersensitivity to textures. So remember that it may be how a food feels in the mouth, rather than its flavor, that produces a food aversion. The squishiness of a fresh tomato is a classic example. Try chopping or blending such foods to smooth out the offending texture. That tomato, for example, can be chopped into salsa or blended and cooked into pasta sauce.
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Play with new food. That’s right. Playing with a new food is another way to build familiarity and decrease mealtime anxiety. Together, try painting with pasta sauce. Use veggies to make faces on pizza. Use cookie cutters to cut sandwiches into fun shapes. While you’re playing, let your child see you taste - and enjoy - the food.
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Offer choices and control. Your loved one with autism may need to feel some control over what she puts into her mouth. It’s also okay to simply not like some foods. So try to offer a broad variety and allow choices within the categories you care about. For example, you might decide that your child needs to have one serving of vegetables and one of protein for dinner. So put 2--5 types of these foods on the table and allow your child to choose at least one vegetable and one protein. Along the same lines, if you’re making a favorite dish such as pasta, ask your child to add one mystery ingredient for other family members to discover during the meal. She gets to choose: corn, broccoli or chicken?
7)
Be careful with rewards. In the long-run, it’s important to reward and reinforce your child’s flexibility with food and willingness to try to new foods.
BUT blatant bribes can backfire. Your child may eat the food, but won’t learn to enjoy it or understand why it’s important to eat a well-rounded diet - and that’s the goal. Let dessert and treats be part of meals and snacks, but don’t use them as carrots to get your child to eat … carrots.
Hope this helps 🤗😁
Yep, that is how my son is. We are getting him tested for autism tomorrow
WoW.....TY 💜
Such a helpful subscriber
My son also had food aversion issues, and is autistic as well. One big blessing was when his daycare started introducing "no thank you" bites. That encouraged trying a new food, and now, he's more open to trying new foods. He's still apt to avoid foods, but it's better these days. I used to incorporate crackers to "restart" him during dinner. He was over 2 yo before he would eat bread. Lunches were the hardest, since there was so little he would eat! Hugs to you!
How your suggestions are amazing hope this helps Mikko
Is she taking vitamins? Maybe feed her what the other children are eating. Let her know it's breakfast time or lunchtime or dinner time. Everyone sit at the table together, and maybe if she sees all eating she might do ok. But she might just be tall and slim like her father. But she's at the age of picky eating. Which children do go through that stage. But I'm sure you Mommy will get it right. You do an amazing job with her. Stay blessed
My children went through this. She will grow out of this. Let her eat what she will, just not junk
Mikko's love for fruits and veggies is great. Try juicing oranges and carrots. Finely chopped vegetables (greens/spinach) in baked foods is great, too.
My daughter hasn’t been gaining weight either because all my daughter eats is white rice and fries it’s a struggle thank you for you’re video we will be trying this at home
Can u beat egg into the white rice? Would she eat that?
There are medical protocols for children with ASD like this. They tend to have yeast overgrowth which exacerbates sensory issues and at the same time cause them to only eat carbs which further feeds the yeast. You will have tontreatvwith this issue aggressively as it is not good for their brain.
@@carolinenjoroge9092 thank you we will be trying that when we make rice
@@thematrix3663 I never knew this thank you for the information
I didn't watch the entire video, but my first thought was to make popsicles after blending fruits, which I saw she had no problem with fruits... Maybe blend or juice vegetables with the fruits and make smoothies, popsicles, pops, ice cubes, "ice cream" dishes, etc. Bake goods like cookies bars cakes etc using oatmeal peanut butter applesauce greek yogurt for grains and protein. Air fry or bake non dairy "cheese" to make "cheezits" and crispy pepperoni or other meats. Make "healthy" potato chips in the air fryer. Charcuterie type foods, boiled eggs slices possibly
That’s a good ideas , I’m going to try that with my son
I will be praying for mikko and may the Lord bless her to get all she need to do what she need to do.
Does Mikko like ice cream?? I'm not saying give her ice cream but by freezing Pediasure it becomes creamy like ice cream and my niece ate it up when my sister had trouble getting her to eat. She is also on the spectrum and had texture issues. It worked and she is a healthy young woman today. Mikko will come around to healthy food but until she does the Pediasure may be an answer to help her along. Good luck with this!! You guys are always in my thoughts and prayers. ❤❤❤❤
This was probably the best idea I’ve heard! I’m going to try this! I am so glad to hear your niece is doing well, and good job to mom! 💛
My boys are autistic and we basically use Neocate, like pediasure but without dairy as their nutrition because they have so many allergies and sensory issues...
Removing gluten, dairy, soy and food coloring helped my 1st son sooo much!
@@thegentlelifeI hope it helps!!
If you buy a ninja creami machine you can put the pedisure drink and any other fruits and it will turn it into ice cream. It’s soooo good
I UNDERSTAND what you’re going through, I’m a grandmother and caregiver of twin boys on the spectrum and yes food is always a big issue. Thank you for your video.
You're such a good mom!
This is normal 4 her age. She'll eat when she gets hungry enough. Don't stress about it!!
Definitely Arfid. My daughter, who is almost 3, only eats select baby foods, pretzels, and sometimes a cereal. It's a struggle for sure but hang in there.
My son is going on 16 and was identical to your little one when he was younger. He now gives most foods a try. My daughter had to be put on a gastrostomy tube because she stopped eating altogether. My son was chunky, then has gotten so skinny it was scary. He gained weight... then puberty hit at 12 and was skinny once again. Now he is naturally muscular. The last time my daughter put food in her mouth was at the age of 2. She is now 8 and just ate her first tiny piece of chocolate yesterday. It may seem like our kids won't change for the better, but you'll be surprised.
Living same life
Continued prayers of strength and patience to you and hubby as you work through this. 🙏🏾
I know how difficult that is. I was like this for many years as a child, starting in the 80s, going all the way into the mid-1990s. I'm still very picky about my food at age 41 but willing to compromise if there is an alternate, healthier option for whatever food that I am substituting.
ABA Therapists Can Help With Autism Food Aversions. Mealtimes are awash in rich sensory experiences, with an array of smells, temperatures, textures, sounds, tastes and interactions. Most people enjoy mealtimes and sharing these experiences with loved ones. But ABA therapists recognize that for children on the autism spectrum, mealtimes can present significant sensory challenges, leading to stress, sensory overload and meltdowns. Difficulties with communication can pose additional challenges for everyone.
Of course, it’s not uncommon for any child to be picky at times, but kids on the autism spectrum may be highly sensitive not just to something’s flavor, but its texture, shape, smell and color. They may have a strong preference for a very small selection of foods, and might even have an overwhelming need to eat those same foods on the same plate or in the same place at each meal.
We all have our food preferences, of course, but these can become highly exaggerated for someone on the autism spectrum (and approximately 90 percent of children with autism have feeding problems of some kind or another). It’s exacerbated by the communication difficulties many people with autism experience, so they have trouble saying what it is they like/don’t like about certain foods, which can lead to major meltdowns.
And although most parents understand their kids aren’t trying to be difficult, it can be no less frustrating, especially when all you’re trying to do is make sure your child is getting a nutritional, well-balanced diet. Still, ABA therapists would encourage parents to refrain from forcing your child to eat something they hate or upend their eating patterns. The problem is this doesn’t each them to eat and enjoy meals, but rather creates added stress to a situation that is already stressful.
ABA Therapists Avoid Making Food a Source of Constant Conflict. Applied behavior analysis (ABA) has a strong track record of success in encouraging appropriate behaviors and extinguishing inappropriate behaviors of children on the autism spectrum and other disorders. It’s not frequently used to address feeding issues with these same kids.
Selective refusal of foods/fluids can be rooted in biological issues (and we can’t ignore issues like allergies, reflux, oral motor difficulties and constipation/diarrhea), but it’s ultimately a behavior. Addressing behavior is what they do.
They will observe the child and then draw up a behavior intervention plan following the basic “ABC technique” (studying the antecedent, behavior and consequence). With specific regard to eating and feeding interventions.
Here are some techniques they incorporate ( as well You as Mikko's mom, Could try some of these)
*Positive reinforcement.
We might use food, toys, praise (whatever is motivating) every time a child engages in a desired eating behavior. That behavior could be something as small as tolerating it on their plate.
*Escape extinction.
Don’t allow avoiding/escape from appropriate eating behaviors. Target extinction of behaviors like throwing food on the floor, throwing plates or silverware, running out of the room, etc.
*Differential positive reinforcement.
He only wants white food? He can have a small bite of his bread if he accepts or swallows small bites of an apple. In this case, the preferred food is the positive reinforcer (often along with social praise).
*Non-contingent positive reinforcement.
This would involve giving a child a preferred stimulus (access to a favorite show or small toy) continuously through a meal with non-preferred foods.
*Simultaneous presentation.
Non-preferred food is presented at the same time as preferred food. They may even be blended together.Stimulus fading. This is when they gradually switch up the concentration or ratio of preferred/non-preferred food or drinks. So for instance we may start with a ratio of 90 percent of desired food and 10 percent of undesired food and then gradually decrease the amount of desired food and increase the amount of undesired food.
*S.O.S. Feeding approach.
The SOS Feeding Therapy approach that involves introducing kids to undesired foods slowly, first getting them to tolerate having it on their plate, then playing with it, smelling it, licking it, etc. They’ll work their way up to taking actual bites.
You might also create visual schedules with meal planners so kids have an opportunity to prepare themselves for the transition into and out of mealtimes, as well as for the actual substance of the meal.
Ultimately, we all want kids to have a positive relationship with healthy foods and develop good eating habits. Getting to this end result will take time, but ABA therapists are dedicated to the child’s success.
Good luck, and I hope this helps 😍🤗😊
Yes yes yes, I studied holistic nutrition and was fascinated with it's relation to child development. I noticed a Major change when parents took: Lactose, Gluten and Dyes & Sugar from their kids diet. They saw improvements and life slowly got easier. It takes time to find replacements and for the kid to get use to it. That is why I always suggest to start with 1 "group" at the time. Also to wait for at least 6 to 8 weeks to see results, before giving up. Keep advocating for Mikko, she is doing great
You are truly an amazing Mom ❤ Mikko is striving with everything, so her eating is next ❤
I can not sleep without having a snack..it is comfort ❤ Prays to Mikko 🙏
Great information, thank you for sharing your stories.
All children go through this only eating certain foods. My children only wanted macaroni and cheese. The doctor said they were fine. My coworkers son only wants chicken nuggets. Its normal.
It not actually normal with autistic kids it very different. They are extremely picky eaters
This is completely different. My son and I have it… google ARFID…
It is not normal i never had that. I only did not like beans one period I remember
Autism is different with the eating issues. Imagine a picky eater on steroids. I have a son with autism and two without.
Child I ate everything lol, I was a greedy little thing
My daughter is similar, she does have a dairy allergy so that does help us with the dairy intake, but she loves bread! I find that adding a sauce to a meal helps her want to eat it more. We do a lot of cashew butter with coconut milk based sauces. She surprisingly loves curry and lemon grass flavored dishes. She's 2 and recently diagnosed with ASD as well. We so appreciate all of your insight and sharing your experiences to help inform others 🙏🏻❤️
Going through this too.
Thank you for this video!
All children go through this! Please don't feel discouraged!! Think out of the box. 😎 I promise it will get better 😉 Good luck sweetheart 💓
To all the people saying ignore it, she’s fine, all children go thru it, she will eat when she’s ready……nope. It isn’t normal. Stop making excuses for your children!
Maybe take Mikko to Walmart and let her pick out her own unbreakable plates, bowls, and drinking cup. Does she like salad, even just plain salad. Maybe let her break it into bite size pieces and put it in her bowl. Show her some healthy additions she can put on the salad. Put the dressing in a small bowl, and let her dip the salad into the dressing. I have a couple more ideas but I can only look at my iPad in little spurts. Neck surgery next month.
I’m going through this exact same thing with my 4yr old nonverbal autistic son 🥹 I always be thinking I know he starving & his sleeping issues have been so rough! Currently trying to get his diet & sleeping right also with his doctor. I wish ya’ll the best of luck 🤞🏾♥️
You can most likely give her some ensure where she’s getting all the nutrients inside her body which it’s just a suggestion but good luck and god bless bcuz I believe someday her appetite will change as she progresses in age just believe and have faith and leave it in the hands of god to guide you in the right direction ok
I hope you know what an amazing Mom you are. I hope you are taking time for yourself to breathe and recharge.
Raising kids is a tough job and even more so with kids with Autism. I can see your devotion to helping your kids be the best little beings they can be. But I see you too, and I hope you get time to rest and have time for you. Your journey is important too!
Thank you, Precious. I like that you preface your video with a recommendation to consult with the pediatrician before just implementing the changes.
My daughter is autistic, 9 years old, we had the same issues, she still has some texture issues, she would only have chocolate milk, water & p&j sandwich. I was introduced to bone broth by her OT, that worked wonders. She eats anything i cook now as long as the there's nothing too hard to chew.
What does the bone broth do? How does it help?
I thought it was not good to remove dairy from children’s diet. In fact I was taught it was unhealthy to remove a food group entirely out of the diet. Reduce and balance yes, but skew abnormally, not so much.
I thank God for your life, Mikko's and the rest of the family. You are doing a great job and I am glad to know that she loves vegetables. I believe that she is going to be alright because I have seen 2 children growing out of it. They are verbal now. May the Lord heal Mikko and make her alright in Jesus' name. Amen. ❤❤❤
I'm here for it family
My 4 year old daughter has Atisum. She only likes to eat the fruit pouches, and the veggie ones. I have to give her Peidure as well. So I have problems with her eating too. With giving her these my child is not under weight. She is actually big for her weight and size. She is almost 50lbs😊So it definitely works. And you can give her gluten free Pedisure and foods and organic foods 😊
For gluten free homemade bread. I use 1 soft avocado 1egg, 1 cup cheese hand shredded is best mashed together. Form in a flat disc on parchment paper and seasoning of your choice on the bread. 400 degrees 20 minutes or air fry same temp same time. Many variations of this bread is online under Avocado egg cheese keto bread. I started very simple with mozzarella ( for you a non dairy version) and salt only. I personally love everything bagels seasoning on mine.
Just talking, I didn’t take in meat or dairy as a child. My kids didn’t really want foods, I found out they have allergies. So as little one’s both picked up pizza and chicken nuggets, fries, cereal. The doctor said let them eat what they will they will not starve themselves.
I know for my daughter who is 42, due to her pain and nausea that she experiences because of her fibromyalgia and arthritis, she can't always eat so she makes herself a smoothie with 1 bottle of vanilla meal replacement like ensure or boost, 1 cup frozen berries and some lactose free yogurt. ( because she is lactose intolerant) The meal replacement shakes come in chocolate and strawberry too but she Only likes the vanilla.
Maybe with mikko since she likes fruit, you can make her one with the strawberry flavor, some fruit and lactose free yogurt to add some nutritional value to her day.
Good luck. I hope this helps
My 3.5 year old daughter has autism and serious food aversions. She doesnt have gastro issues, or the gagging/coughing issues you discussed, but she is extreamly sensitive to textures and only willing to try foods with a certain appearance she deems acceptable. One of the ways we got her to gain a little bit of weight was with Orgain brand children's supplement drinks. They have a dairy version or a plant protein version. For the plant based version, the vanilla is loads better than the other flavors. Nestle also has a similar childrens "ensure" style drink, but Im not a huge fan of supporting their corporation and it is slightly higher in sugar than the Orgain brand, but not terribly so. Also, because she likes foods tbat look like sandwiches, we dont just offer the food alone on a plate. We will "stack it", like a small sliced chicken breast on top of a fried egg. Because she does t have issues with gluten, we will also couch whatever we are eating in between a slice of wheat bread which she finds more acceptable than seeing the food presented on a fork. Its a game of trial and error, figuring out what she will try, and offering the items a few weeks in a row. What she resisted for the first 5-6 times, sometimes she will actually try and like on the 7th or 8th. Hang in there and keep us updated! Your tips give me new ideas to try :)
My eight year old son is non verbal on the spectrum and he has a very limited diet. When he was a baby to about 3 he would eat anything. Now it's mostly chicken nuggets and FRIES, always fries. It's VERY frustrating and hard to try and get our babies to eat or drink something better nutritionally. I'm so glad I came across your channel because I see my life mirrored in yours and it makes me feel less alone.
Have you tried smoothy bowls? You can slip in some avocado, carrots, etc. maybe sprinkle some granola with sliced bananas, strawberries on top.
Frozen Fruit Smoothies with spinach and plant based yogurt.
All kids go through that (except my child who LOVED veggies because they were her first foods starting at 6 months). You can hide veggies in casseroles, smoothies, and baked foods.
I did that with my son at 3, his speech improved immensely.
dairy i have problems with..there are now many dairy free items ..ie mac and cheese, cheese sour cream ice cream etc
Food is a difficult thing! My daughter with autism went through a stage of eating on melted cheese sandwiches. It lasted two years. We would just put other foods in front of her with 1/4 cheese sandwiches, and not give any attention to any of it. Zero. What she ate she ate what she did she didn’t. As long as she didn’t lose weight our doctor was not concerned but I didn’t agree. We have 11 other kids (bio, steps and adopted). 7 with significant disabilities. We did feeding therapy with some. OT and sensory integration with all. All came through it without issue. I did have one child with growth hormone deficiency but he did not gain any height for two years. He loved fruits/veggies but refused proteins.
My friends son is level 3 on the spectrum which comes with a whole set of symptoms. He has food aversions and sensory issues. She literally gives him exactly what he want most of the time and his organs are suffering terribly now at 17. He still only eats certain things and she feels like she has to feed him. Now she is worried about his long term health issues from his terrible diet. I know this has got to be such a stressor. Sending prayers and positivity ❤
My daughter went thru this phase. To keep her nutrition up her GI doctor ordered 4 cans of pediasure a day because her protein levels were low. The insurance paid for it. It helped supplement while my daughter figured out a way. It worked. Do a probiotic and prebiotic for gut health before removing.
One Girl Autism Mom to another it gets better. My daughter just started trying new foods this year and she’s 12. Give her grace. Trying to process too many things at one time can cause shut down, sensory overload. ♥️🧩❤ Mikko’s got this!!! 🤗
With my sweet girl we had to get the Vanilla Pediasure and add a little strawberry syrup. She loved it. Also for her there was a difference between the can and bottle. I couldn’t taste it but she can.
Ohhh I don’t know if you are using melatonin, but it causes nightmares for some.
I love you Mikko!!!❤️😍😘🥰❤️❤️
If your child is already having restricted food eating. I would not be limiting her safe foods. Maybe try limiting diary and gluten later when she is eating more. There is no evidence that it may help and at this point its anecdotal. You need to keep her calories up and see an occupational therapist that specializes in food restrictions.
I'm going through the same thing with my autistic daughter. She's driving me crazy with I guess selective eating. I will be consulting her pediatrician and a nutritionist for help. I will try having something she wants to eat and something that I want her to eat on her plate.
Try allowing her see and share a meal/snack with her sister/brother eat telling her it's really good yum yum. Mom stand back and watch the siblings interact with her alone, pretend you aren't paying attention. I've learned kids do better with other kids sometimes better than adults. When she tries something new cheer her on...
My daughter was the same way, she’s 13yrs old I would give her what she wanted (don’t force or observe) she will grow out of it. Give her colorful fruit, water and a chewable gummy vitamin but never force her to what you would and have her eat with her siblings.
My son isnt eating solids he's only drinking milk with yogurt & pedicure. We have started feeding therapy so i would like to suggest that as well. I definitely understand & appreciate this video.
I had gastric bypass about 20 years ago and I started in the last 2 years being low on some vitamins and my doctor told me to get vitamins that are made for people that had weight loss surgery. So I ordered vitamins from Bariatric Advantage because the chewable from there absorb better than over the counter.
You are doing an excellent job. The protein smoothie is a great idea, perhaps she can have 2 smoothies through out the day for the extra calories. Instead of regular milk you can substitute it for almond milk, rice bran milk etc. Try incorporating smaller meals and extra healthy snacks throughout the day.
You Inspire Me So Much! My Son Is The Same Way!! He Love His Snacks But He Will Eat Chicken Nugget’s And Fries He Just Started Eating Mac N Cheese But It Has To Have Sugar In It. He Likes Bread Peanut Butter And Noodles But None Of That Is Good For Him!
We're going through that right now. Her doctor put my granddaughter on boost drinks. And I got her on vitamin. And I let her tell me what and when she's ready to eat. So if she wants to eat McDonald's everyday i go. Whatever she wants to eat as long as she is eating. Good luck my granddaughter is unweighted.
I know you give her Ensure. Can you try smoothies? Load it up with veggies and non dairy products. I also mentioned previously, pasta comes made with lentils and beans. More protein and nutrition. Good luck
Zucchini bread is always good. Zucchini muffins with fruits of course
Hi Precious, you work so woth your daughter? What you might want to try with her, is maybe getting some cute little cookie cutters and that might interested her. And also teach her different shapes and other things as well.
Blessings to you sister,but I would put do fruits and vegetables with water and blend into a smoothie, then give it to her like a milk shake. You're in my prayers.🙏🏽❤🌄
My autistic grandchild has/had the same dietary challenges and a very limited food selection. She's 10 years old now but this has been a struggle her entire life starting with baby formula. Today, as unhealthy as it is chicken nuggets and fries and cereals are her foods of choice but she recently added pancakes and unsalted crackers. She's tall and skinny and takes a multi-vitamin everyday to compensate for the nutrition she's lacking in her diet. It's unknown if she will ever eat other foods but we try everyday to get her to try new things.
Im not sure if this would apply to Mikko's situation since it seems like its been a long time issue, but changes in season/weather may also be a factor. I have difficulty eating during some seasonal changes, and specifically in hotter months I gravitate more towards fruits/veggies. Took me years to recognize it.
Also if you aren't aware (I just discovered it while searching for an OT provider for my kid) there is food therapy where they might be able to work with her specific feeding issues.
U are a good mom❤
My son ate the same food over and over again for his first 3 years
Ur a good person and a great mom u will figure it out but all children go through the same thing it’s a process that is going to take time c what vitamins she can take ❤
My granddaughter who's 3 only eats home made hash browns and beans or chicken noodles! But as a baby she would eat everything that was put in front of her.
I really wouldn't worry about it.
I love the thumbnail of my gosh ❤
ARFID (Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake disorder (ARFID)
(food disorder) is higher in neurodivergent individuals
Our kiddo has a very limited Manu as well..we have always tried to find foods with higher proteins. She lives on strawberries, and she does not touch vegetables at all. She will eat chicken nuggets that have a small amount of vegetables included in them.
She drinks Carnation Instant Breakfast High Protein every morning at wake up. She will eat GoMacro Bar for kids Double Chocolate Brownie but turned other bars away.
A lot of times, it has to be her idea to pick up a food to try it. We can't try and hand her something as she will just wave it off.
She does put on weight but we just cannot get her to try new foods.
My son is a picky eater , try cream of wheat my son loves it and it’s thick and but smooth and might help with a weight or try pedicure grow and gain they have a powder or they come in the bottles
It’s a food aversion. My granddaughter is 5 and has gone through it. Not even cookies and candy she does the same thing sticks her tongue out and touches the food . For awhile she would only eat pizza, then it went to only eating rice. Then she started eating a couple other things. My granddaughter loves drinking chocolate milk, my daughter in law bought a kids protein powder and puts it in her milk. She is getting better at eating a few more things. If there is 6 or 7 things that she will eat your doing good, my granddaughter won’t eat that much. But she is healthy. As long your doctor says she is alright then I wouldn’t worry about it.
Yeah kids go through ebb and flows with food. But some kids with disorders struggle with food. My nephew is autistic. He goes through periods of certain foods he likes and only eat that. Luckily sugar us not a big thing with him. If he does like some sugary items he eats like two bites. It's tough for parents especially when children have food issues.
I was like this, I still am, with only 3 new foods I like. I was taken to a hospital and the doctor said as long as I drank water I’d be fine. 5 years later I get diagnosed with autism. 😭
I would suggest making smoothies using fresh fruits & veggies. But her doctor should be able to provide a list of things she can try if she doesn't have food allergies. I would also consider a vegan/vegetarian diet just because meat is injected with so many steroids & chemicals. If you can grow your own food, thats even better for a long good quality of life. Please stay away from those sugary juices like caprisuns, kool-aid, hi c etc.
I had tried hemp seeds in some of my sons food or like ice scream and it helped a lot with my son brain. He started to talk more.
My daughter would only eat Pbj's for 2 month straight. Dr said she was fine. She got pb for protein and healthy fat, grains cause I used whole wheat bread and fruit from all fruit jams
My autism & stress caused anorexia. I’m not saying it’s common, but not eating does calm many autistic kids down.
It sounds like you are doing everything right. If she likes fruits and veggies that's half the battle ...
God bless you
As a mother of children with Autism, I let them eat when they are hungry what they are willing to eat that is both nutritious and Not nutritious. This makes my children not healthy I will admit. Today's foods are filled with chemicals no matter how you feed your child. An Autistic child has a pallet for salty or sweet food. If your child is loosing weight and abstaining from food then try Chinese foods. They are both nutritious and savory as well as having organic ingredients. One child also has ADHD so I can not give much sugar and so I find the most honest Juice (100 percent juice blend of fruit and veg not "organic" but also not concentrated) available or try to blend smoothies with superfood powders and ice cream. My child seems to get all he needs. An Autistic child sets the pace and makes their own menu. My Children prefer Vitamin gummies without the sugar on them because that texture is too rough. God bless you
You are the BEST MOM for your kids!!!!
You say she eats salad - if she tolerates salad dressing or oil add a serving of olive oil it’s an additional 120 calories.
If she eats applesauce or any puréed produce add sea moss gel (it comes in flavors) it is full of vitamins and minerals.
You say she likes to eat right before bed maybe take that time to get her to eat a bit more and/or something new. My son loves to eat new things right before bed - no explanation.
Keep trying - took me over a year to get my son to eat guacamole a now he can’t eat chips without it.
Get her up and moving activities, activities, activities - she’ll consume a whole lot more after an afternoon at the playground or a walk around the neighborhood.
You aren’t alone in your struggle, a bunch of us have had or are having the same issue. You all will get through this ❤
Ensure♥️
My son went through this until about 5. He forced himself to puke every morning.
Don't mix meds in the yogurt. My biggest regret.
Im so sorry Mom, its hard. Autism is so hard. Sending love ❤
Oh, fruit trees and tomatoes brought him back. Growing them and he tried when we "weren't looking". Other than that, he weaned it down to milk and Cheerios.
I just got my 4 year old autistic son on vitamins because he is not eating enough. He barley eats anything. What he will eat is potatoes in any form , rice, and soups. Some days he won’t want that either and if the only thing he will eat is a bag of chips I will give it to him because at least he has something in his stomach. He use to eat all kinds of foods until this year.
When you give a child food put it on the plate and don’t look at them. They can see your worry. Trust me I have a daycare and this works
Vitamin gummies for kids help but always consult doctors first. I'm glad she's into fruit and veggies, i have ADHD and hate lots of fruit textures so that's why i prefer veggies over fruits but maybe also i find idk if she maybe cant see the food she doesnt want combined in her main like food she likes might help even if u incorporate it slightly in and she cant fully taste it may help im not sure tho just ideas for u to maybe consider but i hope all goes well cant wait to see how it goes
I work in a school with children special needs they also have sensory issues they are between the ages of 6-7.
My son has been doing the same thing...
That Gluten is #HORRID, so I Get It!!!!
But there are some good options. Vegan mayo best foods, yellow corn tortillas, gluten free chicken nuggets, Asian bread that is gluten free, dairy free and soy free and so much more. I would shop at Walmart, Fry’s and sprouts. Also, search up stuff online and find stuff. It’s a hard journey but I’m getting through it slowly
It’s gone take some time but she’ll get better I have Nepthew that’s autistic and it’s a lot of foods he don’t eat
My grandson is 3 years old... he is very difficult to please in this area... refuses water, all types of meat, even smoothies and popsicles. Everything he desires has no nutritional value... how do we break this cycle😢
My nephew was like this he said food taste like dirt, he was like that from like 3 up to his teenage years, he loved McDonald's tho as he got older but it was only chicken nuggets
Mikko reminds me of Colourblock Blue FR
Both nervous to try to foods 😂
(Btw the episode of called “A plate of many colours” if you want proof
I had A Stroke in April 2022 Heart surgery in August 2022 and CoviD in December 2022 There are Foods that I can eat now and that I can't now I'm getting use to eating more food without getting sick
Have you tried mixing? My Autistic daughter will eat almost anything with mashed potatoes. She still struggles. Asherlani has food aversion. She too is having almost all of those symptoms. It's a nightmare trying to get her to eat or drink.
My Granddaughter is the same age and she doesn't eat anything now she use to eat yogurt and smoothies but when she was introduce to Pedisure she won't eat anything only drink Pedisure
My four year old hasn’t been diagnosed yet, but all he will eat is cereal, turkey n cheese sandwich and loves cheeseburgers, he loves home made baked mac n cheese and cheeseburgers oh n shrimp…. That’s it…🤦🏽♀️
Have you tried doing juicing or incorporating more veggies in smoothies,? I know no dairy but how about a plant based milk for the smoothies??
It’s quite often that little children won’t eat and need to be forced by their parents
Try veggie smoothies