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<blockquote data-quote="Ktllc" data-source="post: 553288" data-attributes="member: 11847"><p>V does have a lot of sensory issues. He does complain about textures, butit is kind of random. One day it is fine, the next day he does not like how it feels. In which case, I don't push the issue (it would be like someone forcing me to eat pooh... not going to happen!). </p><p>In the plate, there are usually at least 3 different kind of food. I have been making his portion ridiculously small so he won't be set up for failure. </p><p>The problem of the "I'm hungry" statement: he eats one bite (sometimes as small as a peanut) and he then claim to be full. So it is not very clear to me whether he truly is hungry or not.</p><p>V strangely enough, likes a wide variety of food: fruits, breads, nuts and veggies being on the list. The quantity is just VERY small. </p><p>For example, last night at dinner he refused to eat what was served, so I served him a small glass of mlik which he drank. Later, he had a few cashews and a scoop of ice cream since everyone had ice cream and I did not want to isolate him. </p><p>The rule used to be: if you don't eat your dinner, no desert. I can't even do that anymore... because he still won't eat. I can't look at him and say no birthday cake (or what ever) because you did not eat. It will only lead to a meltdown. </p><p>We've been doing a lot of camp fires on the deck lately and V gets to roast his own hotdogs which he is very happy to eat. </p><p>I also take him grocery shopping and we do talk about what is healthy and what is sugary. He likes to try the new stange fruits and veggies. But even there: one bite. That's eat.</p><p>If I had to conclude: he has food curiosity but seem completely dysregulated.</p><p>I believe I have 2 choices in this matter: randomly decide he is doing it on purpose or decide he is not controlling it.</p><p>I also have to keep in mind that he still shows lots of sign of internal dysregulation (not potty trained at night, sleep issues although somewhat under control). Now, hunger issues....</p><p>husband suggested giving him a small back pack that he can carry around and dig into when he gets hungry (when we are on the go). Being his responsibility to fill with snacks from the pantry. </p><p>I do like the idea of individual microwaveable portions though. He has no food allergies or intolerance, so even if I buy the frozen meals, I suppose it would be healthy enough. Not the best, but oh well. I'll have to choose some very small meals though, as to not end up with tons of left overs. </p><p>I'll think of a system this weekend and explain it to V. The idea being to make HIM responsible for his hunger issues. Take ME out of the equation and therefor take any controlling issues out of it. </p><p>You guys sure help me brainstorm! That's so nice to talk to people who understand.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Ktllc, post: 553288, member: 11847"] V does have a lot of sensory issues. He does complain about textures, butit is kind of random. One day it is fine, the next day he does not like how it feels. In which case, I don't push the issue (it would be like someone forcing me to eat pooh... not going to happen!). In the plate, there are usually at least 3 different kind of food. I have been making his portion ridiculously small so he won't be set up for failure. The problem of the "I'm hungry" statement: he eats one bite (sometimes as small as a peanut) and he then claim to be full. So it is not very clear to me whether he truly is hungry or not. V strangely enough, likes a wide variety of food: fruits, breads, nuts and veggies being on the list. The quantity is just VERY small. For example, last night at dinner he refused to eat what was served, so I served him a small glass of mlik which he drank. Later, he had a few cashews and a scoop of ice cream since everyone had ice cream and I did not want to isolate him. The rule used to be: if you don't eat your dinner, no desert. I can't even do that anymore... because he still won't eat. I can't look at him and say no birthday cake (or what ever) because you did not eat. It will only lead to a meltdown. We've been doing a lot of camp fires on the deck lately and V gets to roast his own hotdogs which he is very happy to eat. I also take him grocery shopping and we do talk about what is healthy and what is sugary. He likes to try the new stange fruits and veggies. But even there: one bite. That's eat. If I had to conclude: he has food curiosity but seem completely dysregulated. I believe I have 2 choices in this matter: randomly decide he is doing it on purpose or decide he is not controlling it. I also have to keep in mind that he still shows lots of sign of internal dysregulation (not potty trained at night, sleep issues although somewhat under control). Now, hunger issues.... husband suggested giving him a small back pack that he can carry around and dig into when he gets hungry (when we are on the go). Being his responsibility to fill with snacks from the pantry. I do like the idea of individual microwaveable portions though. He has no food allergies or intolerance, so even if I buy the frozen meals, I suppose it would be healthy enough. Not the best, but oh well. I'll have to choose some very small meals though, as to not end up with tons of left overs. I'll think of a system this weekend and explain it to V. The idea being to make HIM responsible for his hunger issues. Take ME out of the equation and therefor take any controlling issues out of it. You guys sure help me brainstorm! That's so nice to talk to people who understand. [/QUOTE]
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