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Feeding therapy for children

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Latest post on 10 July 2012 - 13:01

I have heard of Feeding therapy for children who have problems with eating food. I have tried so many ways with my 3yrs son to introduce new food but no use he is stuck with few things and that is it.
Has anyone gone through feeding therapy with your child can anyone share their experience, or can tell what has been done through this therapy. thanks

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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 31 January 2022 - 22:19
Hi there, I am Hena from Abudhabi. I am facing the same issue for my son who is now 3 years and 1 month. While browsing the net for solutions I found your post. So just thought to check with you regarding the same. Did you consult any feeding therapist? How is he now with eating? I'm really worried and don't know what to do!
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Latest post on 06 June 2017 - 14:25
Hi - I cam accross your question while job hunting! I work in feeding (as a dietician) and the good news is there is a light at the end of the tunnel. Firstly make sure there is nothing medically amiss - simple things like tonsils, blocked noses can show up as kids being "stuck" with what they eat. Has he always been a difficult feeder or has this emerged more recently? Neophobia is a common problem - where food previously eaten become a problem in terms of fear. Also has his oro-motor skills evolved to be age appropraite - what does he eat in a typical day and is there a variety of textures eg. cruchy, bite, bitty foods? Is his speech appropriate. Feed and speech are very interrelated. If the issue is the variety of foods build on - I use a method called food chaining - google it but essentially it is if I eat apple sauce, I move to stewed apple, then apple pie, then sliced peeled appple. The initial foods take time but the key is to let the child build confidence. In terms of this I encouraged a division of responsibility - parents are responsible for the what, where, when and the child the how much if any. This is work by Ellyn Satter and she has a great parent friendly website. If there are any speech and texture issues - you may need an oromotor programme (usually developed with a speech therapist). If other developmental issue - you may need to look at fine motor and gross motor skills with occupation and physiotherapy. Remember there are essentiall 32 steps to successful eating!!!! The main this is patience. Now to things like Paediasure..... this can fill children up!! And can hinder rather than help.... So use with caution - due to the fact it is essentially a food stuff. Hope this is a help. I have applied for a job in the UAE so fingers crossed. I hope this hepls. used your advise and its really work Thanks
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Latest post on 02 June 2017 - 20:18
Hi - I cam accross your question while job hunting! I work in feeding (as a dietician) and the good news is there is a light at the end of the tunnel. Firstly make sure there is nothing medically amiss - simple things like tonsils, blocked noses can show up as kids being "stuck" with what they eat. Has he always been a difficult feeder or has this emerged more recently? Neophobia is a common problem - where food previously eaten become a problem in terms of fear. Also has his oro-motor skills evolved to be age appropraite - what does he eat in a typical day and is there a variety of textures eg. cruchy, bite, bitty foods? Is his speech appropriate. Feed and speech are very interrelated. If the issue is the variety of foods build on - I use a method called food chaining - google it but essentially it is if I eat apple sauce, I move to stewed apple, then apple pie, then sliced peeled appple. The initial foods take time but the key is to let the child build confidence. In terms of this I encouraged a division of responsibility - parents are responsible for the what, where, when and the child the how much if any. This is work by Ellyn Satter and she has a great parent friendly website. If there are any speech and texture issues - you may need an oromotor programme (usually developed with a speech therapist). If other developmental issue - you may need to look at fine motor and gross motor skills with occupation and physiotherapy. Remember there are essentiall 32 steps to successful eating!!!! The main this is patience. Now to things like Paediasure..... this can fill children up!! And can hinder rather than help.... So use with caution - due to the fact it is essentially a food stuff. Hope this is a help. I have applied for a job in the UAE so fingers crossed. I hope this hepls. Hi @shoeprincess! Have you found a job? Are you living in Duabi? We also have major feeding issues with our son and it is almost impossible to find a good feeding therapiest in Dubai. We tried KFMC, but not at all impressed. We saw an occupational therapiest in the U.S. last year, but unfortunately she couldn't do much than few tips and good advice in a one hour session.
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 27 September 2012 - 23:05
I am by no means an expert in this, but have worked closely with professionals dealing with similar issues. I have met several children with no physical barriers to eating who have for one reason or another had severe issues around eating solids and in many cases have been fed by a tube instead. One tactic that worked very well with the younger children was to use 'messy food play' look it up on google I'm sure you'll find lots of information, but it involves removing the pressure to taste and eat food whilst allowing children to explore and overcome possible sensory issues - it's a fun play/creative activity. Without the pressure they would often begin to taste of their own accord. It certainly wouldn't do any harm to give it a go. As other posters have mentioned, an occupational therapist and or speech and language therapist would be good people to seek advice from on this. Good luck and hope you make some progress soon.
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Latest post on 27 September 2012 - 22:36
Hi - I cam accross your question while job hunting! I work in feeding (as a dietician) and the good news is there is a light at the end of the tunnel. Firstly make sure there is nothing medically amiss - simple things like tonsils, blocked noses can show up as kids being "stuck" with what they eat. Has he always been a difficult feeder or has this emerged more recently? Neophobia is a common problem - where food previously eaten become a problem in terms of fear. Also has his oro-motor skills evolved to be age appropraite - what does he eat in a typical day and is there a variety of textures eg. cruchy, bite, bitty foods? Is his speech appropriate. Feed and speech are very interrelated. If the issue is the variety of foods build on - I use a method called food chaining - google it but essentially it is if I eat apple sauce, I move to stewed apple, then apple pie, then sliced peeled appple. The initial foods take time but the key is to let the child build confidence. In terms of this I encouraged a division of responsibility - parents are responsible for the what, where, when and the child the how much if any. This is work by Ellyn Satter and she has a great parent friendly website. If there are any speech and texture issues - you may need an oromotor programme (usually developed with a speech therapist). If other developmental issue - you may need to look at fine motor and gross motor skills with occupation and physiotherapy. Remember there are essentiall 32 steps to successful eating!!!! The main this is patience. Now to things like Paediasure..... this can fill children up!! And can hinder rather than help.... So use with caution - due to the fact it is essentially a food stuff. Hope this is a help. I have applied for a job in the UAE so fingers crossed. I hope this hepls.
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Latest post on 19 September 2012 - 13:04
Hi loranaji, I came across your post while looking for info on Pediassure. Do you mind me asking if your son was taking it while you were in Dubai? I have been looking for it in pharmacies and have had no luck. Also have you tried the feeding clinic at child learning and enrichment medical centre in Jumeriah? They were at a coffee morning at Organic Cafe a while ago talking about feeding issues. Pediasure is available in most supermarkets along with all the regular baby formula.
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Latest post on 18 September 2012 - 22:37
Hi loranaji, I came across your post while looking for info on Pediassure. Do you mind me asking if your son was taking it while you were in Dubai? I have been looking for it in pharmacies and have had no luck. Also have you tried the feeding clinic at child learning and enrichment medical centre in Jumeriah? They were at a coffee morning at Organic Cafe a while ago talking about feeding issues.
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Latest post on 11 July 2012 - 09:53
Thank u all for your helpful comments. I will enquire about the kids first medical centre that kittycat have suggested. I think my son is just a fussy eater and scared of putting new things in to his mouth could be a phobia . My DD was also the same when she was 2 yrs but now she is 4.5yrs and she tries new food from time to time though the amount of food is not so much but she at least takes on a variety of choices. But the fear I see in my son is what makes me scared that he will not change. One of my friends DD had been a fussy eater when she was baby and ate few types of food only, she is now 12yrs and still the same and never want to try new food. So I don’t want to wait and see if my son will change when he grows up if I get professional advice or reassurance on my steps as plain-jain and kiwi had mentioned then yes that could change the scenario little bit. Once I thought it’s time to make something serious with my son.. He likes milk so much so I stopped it along with few other food hopping that this will make him more hungry and would try to eat different food.. This went on for one month of trying to make him eat new food in various ways but he kept getting thin and pale and then ended up with getting sick vomiting and fever. I stopped right there and gave him back what he liked specially milk. I would like to mention that I give my son milk called [b'>Pediassure[/b'> it is specifically made for kids that do not eat a balanced diet as it has all the required vitamins and minerals, iron etc, it is for kids from 1 yr to 10yrs.. and it comes in three flavours, chocolate, vanilla and honey. this could help your kids who are like my son. I am sure if he had not taken this milk his health would have been very bad. <em>edited by loranaji on 11/07/2012</em>
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Latest post on 11 July 2012 - 09:36
Not neccessarily PJ, an oral aversion can be limited to certain textures or food characteristics which a child has associated with discomfort, at the extreme end it would involve fear of anything entering or touching the mouth, but there are more mild degrees. Some children will only eat pureed foods, or may have certain "safe" foods that they trust but be fearful of others.Sensory integration/regulation disorders, gastrointestinal disorders (reflux, constipation, food allergies) or respiratory issues (asthma, chronic environmental allergies etc) can often be the cause of such aversions developing. Alternatively refusing food can be completely unrelated to fear, and be more about a toddler asserting control/independence, a therapist can probably be helpful in helping the OP ascertain the difference. <em>edited by kiwispiers on 11/07/2012</em>
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Latest post on 11 July 2012 - 01:56
Oral aversion refers to avoiding the intake of anything orally whatsoever, and even in some cases having anything in the mouth at all (for example a toothbrush). Oral aversion doesnt refer to a child just preferring to eat certain things over others. The OP had already mentioned that her child eats certain things happily and the problem is trying new foods - I just did not feel it was particularly helpful to suggest to her that thi could be oral aversion and that it could lead to starvation. OP - if your child eats food (any type) its not oral aversion. Are there examples of difficult eaters refusing anything but their preferred foods to the point of starving themselves. No. Please don't get the two things confused. I hope I did not come across as poo-pooing, as the intention was the opposite. A major part of dealing with this is the confidence you feel and project to your child about eating and meal time. I know exactly what its like to worry about the quantity and type of food your child eats (you really do worry that they are starving!) and the last thing you need is mis-information. In answer to your question - feeding therapy is very much aimed at assisting the parent to develop strategies to deal with the childs eating habits. What I mean by that is - don't think of it as your child having something "wrong" that they will go to therapy and have "cured".The word "therapy" conjures up an idea that they will be doing something very advanced. I havent been to it myself, but I know someone who has. It is aimed at establishing a routine for mealtimes, and rules etc similar to what I've mentioned below (tailored to your own child, of course). They will sometimes ask you to bring food along, and sit with the child and encourage them to just touch or play with the food before progressing to putting it in their mouth (morseo with babies). Its very common-sense type stuff - if you are already trying all those things, then the most you would hope to gain from it is just the added re-assurance from a health professional that you're doing the right thing and perhaps an understanding ear. Unfortunately there is no miracle solution for difficult eaters. Even when you get to the point of succeeding to get the extra food groups in your LO's tummy, the strategies/planning/effort it takes to acheive it still leaves you tired. Unfortunately its just one of those things where you do the best you can until they outgrow it.
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Latest post on 10 July 2012 - 20:53
PJ I can not find the case studies I'm thinking of via google although I'll have a look on my other computer in case I have them bookmarked there. I guess you could say any child with extreme oral aversion is not "normally developing" either from a physcial or psychological viewpoint. The case study I'm trying to find for you is in relation to undiagnosed silent reflux, other cases of severe oral aversion I've read have been due to choking episodes and other traumatic episodes including medical procedures and force feeding so yes there is a diagnosed or suspected underlying cause, its not just happening out of the blue. Being fed by gastric tube is obviously at the extreme end though, if a child eats a variety of textures and simply is fussy about some foods then they most likely do not have an oral aversion/sensory issue and I'm sure your son is fine, but I just wanted to point it out as sometimes its easy for other parents/Drs to pooh-pooh a parents concern, a bit like telling someone with clinical depression to just "snap out of it" or "get some sunshine" as though it were just a normal reactive down-patch. Not suggesting that your post was an example of that, just saying, if the OP really feels her child is at the point of needing therapy/professional help then she should seek it and certainly should look for any underlying physical conditions that may have lead to an aversion/fear developing. Oral aversion is something to be aware of, can lead to failure to thrive and there is therapy based treatment that can help. TBH, for any child with issues around eating, a strategic program that involves building positive associations around food is probably a good idea so if its real issue for the OP, even if not an oral aversion then a therapist might be quite helpful anyway. <em>edited by kiwispiers on 10/07/2012</em>
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Latest post on 10 July 2012 - 19:55
Despite what many will tell you there are actually some children that have such an oral aversion that they will in fact essentially starve themselves, Are you aware of any documented cases of any child starving themselves? I've read a bit of literature on this, and even those experts who warn that it could happen, never actually have any examples of it. Many of the articles warn of "Starvation" - but when you read on they equivocate *starving* (not eating) with malnutrition (eating, but refusal to eat a balanced diet). Its quite misleading. yes I am, not of a child actually dying, because obviously Drs intervene, but I have definitely read case studies where children are losing weight to the point that they are fed by gastric feeding tube. Would you believe I literally only yesterday was cleaning up my laptop and deleted a folder full of info on this, from research I did on it over a year ago when I was helping out a mother whose baby had a a severe oral aversion. I will see if I can re-find something for you if you are genuinely interested but basically when its an aversion to this point the child will have panic attacks and vomit when food is in their mouths. Yes - I am genuinely interested in it as I was also reading into it when trying to get my DS's eating in order. A lot of it I was quite annoyed at, as many common everyday "fussy eater" behaviors are getting pathologized well beyond what is necessary and responsible. I am aware of children being fed through tube due to oral aversion in connection to severe developmental disorders where heightened sensation or motor control/swallowing are symptoms. I've never heard of it in relation to normally developing children.
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Latest post on 10 July 2012 - 19:35
Despite what many will tell you there are actually some children that have such an oral aversion that they will in fact essentially starve themselves, Are you aware of any documented cases of any child starving themselves? I've read a bit of literature on this, and even those experts who warn that it could happen, never actually have any examples of it. Many of the articles warn of "Starvation" - but when you read on they equivocate *starving* (not eating) with malnutrition (eating, but refusal to eat a balanced diet). Its quite misleading. yes I am, not of a child actually dying, because obviously Drs intervene, but I have definitely read case studies where children are losing weight to the point that they are fed by gastric feeding tube. Would you believe I literally only yesterday was cleaning up my laptop and deleted a folder full of info on this, from research I did on it over a year ago when I was helping out a mother whose baby had a a severe oral aversion. I will see if I can re-find something for you if you are genuinely interested but basically when its an aversion to this point the child will have panic attacks and vomit when food is in their mouths.
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Latest post on 10 July 2012 - 19:01
Despite what many will tell you there are actually some children that have such an oral aversion that they will in fact essentially starve themselves, Are you aware of any documented cases of any child starving themselves? I've read a bit of literature on this, and even those experts who warn that it could happen, never actually have any examples of it. Many of the articles warn of "Starvation" - but when you read on they equivocate *starving* (not eating) with malnutrition (eating, but refusal to eat a balanced diet). Its quite misleading.
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Latest post on 10 July 2012 - 16:01
Despite what many will tell you there are actually some children that have such an oral aversion that they will in fact essentially starve themselves, its essentially a phobia some of these kids end up being fed by tube. Not sure if your child is one of these or simply a bit fussy. If it is an oral aversion/sensory issue then you probably do need a qualified therapist, I'm not sure if there is one in the UAE. Sometimes speech/language therapists deal with oral aversions and getting children used to textures etc and play therapy might help with removing the fear that is associated with eating. You might want to investigate if there are any swallowing issues, tongue tie issues, and silent reflux, often reflux kids end up with oral aversions as they start to associate eating with pain.
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Latest post on 10 July 2012 - 14:59
Kids First Medical Centre on Al Wasl Rd, Um Sequiem deals with feeding issues amongst lots of other things. They have a Facebook page , but web site is stil under construction. Maybe give them a call. Plain-Jane, your story sounds very similar to mine! :) I too was a fussy eater, I didn't care about eating and could never be forced to eat what I did not want. I was also extremely thin and had to be seen regularly at the children's hospital for weight checks, anaemia etc. ( I'm of normal weight now) My 1st DD has always had feeding issues - reflux baby, then just would not eat very much at all, very thin. Took her to a paediatric dietician who told me not to make it an issue, never force it, have set meal times, make them fun, use fun/colourful plates & cutlery etc, focus on calorie dense foods etc. Luckily she loves fruit, eggs, ham sausages and yogurt - so I'm not worried anymore. I always ask her what she wants to eat, or tell her I'm making X for her sister and take it from there. It's just to hard and upsetting for both of us any other way. I also praise her when she eats and say nothing when she does not, or if I know she is just being silly, I will issue a threat like no tv or no friends. If she responds positively, then she is hungry, if not I leave it. <em>edited by kittycat71 on 10/07/2012</em>
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Latest post on 10 July 2012 - 14:34
loranji, send him to Plain-Jane. :D Lol, no thanks - I already have one of my own ;) I remember being moved into the kitchen and left alone to sit at the table for [u'>HOURS[/u'> until my plate was clear when I was four. Cripes. What was the reason for not eating? Not hungry, or just didn't like it?
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Latest post on 10 July 2012 - 14:31
I've not personally gone through this, but have seen a few children with it, even babies refusing bottles. It is a sensory integration disorder and needs to be handled sensitively. Do not try to force him to eat, respect his issues with the new foods. If you force the issue, it will only make the problem far worse and distressing for both of you. You would need to consult an occupational therapist for a proper assessment and further guidance. Here is quite an interesting article, I'm sure you have done heaps on research yourself anyway. http://www.carolinapeds.com/articles/sensory-defensiveness-feeding.php I'm sure it is terribly frustrating and worrying for you, but try to remember that he is not doing it to upset you. Thanks... yes i have tried earlier forcing, playing and eating, getting him hungry to eat but it all made him worse... Yes - forcing and coaxing etc will make it worse. It is possible to insist on certain foods without entering into any of this. My DS is a nightmare eater also - he started at 2 and he's now 5 and its not much easier. I was the same as a child though, so it must be pay back :) I was naturally not a big eater - if I didn't like something I would easily just skip a meal and wait for the next. I was naturally very skinny and my mother was afraid I would starve - I always ended up with whatever I wanted in the end. By age 6 I was being treated for severe anaemia due to not getting the right foods. My DS would live on porridge and bread if I let him, and I have to be a trooper to get any fruit, veg, meat etc into him. After a couple of years of worrying he's hungry, trying to be firm only to give in a couple of hours later when he says he's hungry and driving us both insane: This is what works for us (to the extent that anything works): Have set meal and snack times. This establishes a routine they can predict and something you can make yourself stick to. I plan my menu in advance for the week (sounds **** - but I need it for myself otherwise I give in easily on the spot). I cater as much as possible to his preference when making the menu- but also insist its balanced, as he's obviously not going to get what he needs living off porridge and toast (did I mention there is only certain types of bread and porridge he will eat? Urgh) Anyway - when meal time rolls around - offer the food. He eats it or he doesnt. Either way, its packed up with no fuss at the end of the meal. If he eats it, I praise him. If he doesnt - I just dont say anything. No fuss will be entered into. We get on with our day. No more food until the next planned snack or meal. It will always be what was originally planned on the menu. If I give in even once, the next 1-2 weeks he will be trying his luck again at every meal time. Consistency is what is important. They dont make a fuss to annoy you - they make a fuss because they know it gets what they want. If they know it won't work - they don;t bother. Children don't starve themselves due to not liking the taste or texture of a food. They just don't. Depending on the foods your child insists on - they CAN be lacking in the vitamins and nutrients they need to grow optimally. As for porridge and toast - DS knows the rule now is "those are breakfast foods only". In the mornings he can and does eat as much a he likes, but does not bother to fuss for it anymore throughout the day, as he understands the rule and knows he's not going to get it for lunch or dinner. If you have a fussier eater - its never going to be easy. But the way we react with things can make fussy eaters fussier. What is most important is that he is getting a balanced diet. Usually if you are creative you can come up with things that are nutritious and still somewhat appealing to their tastes. <em>edited by Plain-Jane on 10/07/2012</em>
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Latest post on 10 July 2012 - 13:56
I have tried a lot with him.. and read allot on the internet... he has good health due to the milk he drinks... but he is scared to see any plate with new food, he tells me this is not for me mama... before i offer him the plate. he just hate food after trying so much with him. I seriously need professional help.. and all paediatrics i met did little help by only offering vitamins and some advise. ladies i need to sign off now for some work... will catch later with you all.. pls if anyone knows of this therapies or professional help pls advise. Thanks
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Latest post on 10 July 2012 - 13:48
loranji, send him to Plain-Jane. :D Lol, no thanks - I already have one of my own ;) I remember being moved into the kitchen and left alone to sit at the table for [u'>HOURS[/u'> until my plate was clear when I was four.
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Latest post on 10 July 2012 - 13:46
I've not personally gone through this, but have seen a few children with it, even babies refusing bottles. It is a sensory integration disorder and needs to be handled sensitively. Do not try to force him to eat, respect his issues with the new foods. If you force the issue, it will only make the problem far worse and distressing for both of you. You would need to consult an occupational therapist for a proper assessment and further guidance. Here is quite an interesting article, I'm sure you have done heaps on research yourself anyway. http://www.carolinapeds.com/articles/sensory-defensiveness-feeding.php I'm sure it is terribly frustrating and worrying for you, but try to remember that he is not doing it to upset you. Thanks... yes i have tried earlier forcing, playing and eating, getting him hungry to eat but it all made him worse... and he hate eating time... that is why i think he needs someone professional to get him to eat. I am already tired
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Latest post on 10 July 2012 - 13:45
I've not personally gone through this, but have seen a few children with it, even babies refusing bottles. It is a sensory integration disorder and needs to be handled sensitively. Do not try to force him to eat, respect his issues with the new foods. If you force the issue, it will only make the problem far worse and distressing for both of you. You would need to consult an occupational therapist for a proper assessment and further guidance. Here is quite an interesting article, I'm sure you have done heaps on research yourself anyway. http://www.carolinapeds.com/articles/sensory-defensiveness-feeding.php I'm sure it is terribly frustrating and worrying for you, but try to remember that he is not doing it to upset you. Kity :) I think you're venturing into the world of additional needs with talk of sensory issues, and it would be an occupational therapist with a speciality in sensory issues a person would see.
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Latest post on 10 July 2012 - 13:45
my 4 yr old will only eat: cucumber (without the skin) plain chicken (breast only with no bits of skin or anything on it) sausages eggs (poached only) strawberry yoghurt.....smooth kind...no bits So....thats what he gets.
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Latest post on 10 July 2012 - 13:43
Loranji - how is your son in general? Did he always have a restricted diet or is it something that has come about? When you put a new food down to him - how does he react to it? And if you didnt give him one of the foods he likes - would he just go hungry? I dont think its always as easy as - if a child is hungry he'll eat. Re therapies - this link might help you, and there is an clinic in Great Ormond Street Hospital for children who are 'just' fussy eaters - ie there's no underlying cause for them to be a fussy eater. They do also see children who have reasons for not eating a balanced diet.
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Latest post on 10 July 2012 - 13:41
I've not personally gone through this, but have seen a few children with it, even babies refusing bottles. It is a sensory integration disorder and needs to be handled sensitively. Do not try to force him to eat, respect his issues with the new foods. If you force the issue, it will only make the problem far worse and distressing for both of you. You would need to consult an occupational therapist for a proper assessment and further guidance. Here is quite an interesting article, I'm sure you have done heaps on research yourself anyway. http://www.carolinapeds.com/articles/sensory-defensiveness-feeding.php I'm sure it is terribly frustrating and worrying for you, but try to remember that he is not doing it to upset you.
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Latest post on 10 July 2012 - 13:40
loranji, send him to Plain-Jane. :D Lol, no thanks - I already have one of my own ;)
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Latest post on 10 July 2012 - 13:38
loranji, send him to Plain-Jane. :D
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Latest post on 10 July 2012 - 13:37
Did you see this post, it has given me some hope that one day my DD will go back to the good eater she was as now she is super picky. http://www.expatwoman.com/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=184554
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Latest post on 10 July 2012 - 13:36
If you offer him some food and he doesnt eat it - how long until you offer him something else? Are you saying aside from a couple of foods, he would simply starve to death unless you offered him those? If children are hungry, they will eat.
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Latest post on 10 July 2012 - 13:32
If you offer him something new, and only that - he will eat it. Most children who are fussy like this, refuse new foods knowing their parent/carer will offer them something else they prefer if they dont eat it. The older generations were on to something when they made us sit at the table until the plate was clean, or serve it up to us again the next day if we didnt :) Thanks I have tried this and many other ways but no use..eating for him is become a nightmare. those feeding therapies are done by professionals and at special centres that is what i heard.. so that maybe can help.
 
 

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