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<blockquote data-quote="susiestar" data-source="post: 401160" data-attributes="member: 1233"><p>It sounds like things are really hard and stressful right now. With Little Man, all I can say is (((((hugs))))). Try to NOT get worked up about new foods. Can the foods he eats be fixed in bulk then just heated for his meals? If he eats cooked ground beef, brown a pound or two and put it in the fridge then at mealtimes fix his plate, warm it and let him have it type thing. Then cook for you and Diva what you want. Let him see that you enjoy your food and that he is NOT ALLOWED to have it. This probably won't do a lot, but it will work to make you and diva feel like you haave something special. Is the barfing because the taste, the texture, the unfamiliarity, or an uncontrollable reflex? There are food that make me vomiit and always have. Liver for one. I have no control - even if it is sneaked into something wiht a very strong taste my body will NOT keep it in my stomach. There are things that I cannot stand the taste of and can vomit but can force myself not to if it is important. There are foods taht the texture of it in my mouth creates this reaction - cooked spinach is one. I don't like the taste, esp creamed, but the texture is just not going to work for me. Ever. I have worked at it. </p><p> </p><p>What has the food therapist suggested doing? I can see that it would cause some problems. My youngest had reactions to lots of foods and it got to be a real PITA at times, esp if we wanted to go out to eat. Our fave restaurant had exactly NOTHING on the menu that he could eat besides salad and he wouldn't eat that as a little kid. Luckily I used to work there and know the owners and they let us bring in food for him or would make something special like putting tofutti cream cheese and pepperoni on a plain baked pizza crust. </p><p> </p><p>Has he been evaluated for autism spectrum disorders? Much of his rigidity sounds like he may be on the spectrum. Even if he isn't, reading some of the methods used by parents of kids on the spectrum might help. does he have other sensory issues besides the food ones? Has he ever had brushing therapy? It needs to be taught by an Occupational Therapist (OT) but it can create HUGE changes, including letting the child feel that he CAN do things. I watched my child sit and tell us he was a failure and couldn't cut or color on the lines. he was having problems due to sensory and other Occupational Therapist (OT) issues. As he worked the Occupational Therapist (OT) did gentle joint compressions and magic happened. Not really wand waving magic, but suddenly he sat up straighter, he held the scissors easier, he had confidence and said that it wasn't so hard, that he could do it. I was stunned. First I hadn't seen him do much of the "i can'Tourette's Syndrome" because he never colored or cut at home. Had no interest and never would do it for long no matter what. It has made huge changes for my child na dmay for your nephew. </p><p> </p><p>The library or the therapist should have The Explosive Child. Read or re read it and look on the early childhood forum for the sticky thread about adapting it to young children. It can be amazingly hlepful. Also read love and logic magic for early childhood. Again, try the library or therapist or case mgr. It will be a big help with him also. Check their website out for free info from them - <a href="http://www.loveandlogic.com" target="_blank">www.loveandlogic.com</a> . </p><p> </p><p>I am sorry about the cramped housing, but it is very good that you are away from the relative. I hope that a home opens up for your famly very very soon! Do you have a doctor? You may need to ask about medications for depression and anxiety for now. They can also be a big help.</p><p> </p><p>Hugs.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="susiestar, post: 401160, member: 1233"] It sounds like things are really hard and stressful right now. With Little Man, all I can say is (((((hugs))))). Try to NOT get worked up about new foods. Can the foods he eats be fixed in bulk then just heated for his meals? If he eats cooked ground beef, brown a pound or two and put it in the fridge then at mealtimes fix his plate, warm it and let him have it type thing. Then cook for you and Diva what you want. Let him see that you enjoy your food and that he is NOT ALLOWED to have it. This probably won't do a lot, but it will work to make you and diva feel like you haave something special. Is the barfing because the taste, the texture, the unfamiliarity, or an uncontrollable reflex? There are food that make me vomiit and always have. Liver for one. I have no control - even if it is sneaked into something wiht a very strong taste my body will NOT keep it in my stomach. There are things that I cannot stand the taste of and can vomit but can force myself not to if it is important. There are foods taht the texture of it in my mouth creates this reaction - cooked spinach is one. I don't like the taste, esp creamed, but the texture is just not going to work for me. Ever. I have worked at it. What has the food therapist suggested doing? I can see that it would cause some problems. My youngest had reactions to lots of foods and it got to be a real PITA at times, esp if we wanted to go out to eat. Our fave restaurant had exactly NOTHING on the menu that he could eat besides salad and he wouldn't eat that as a little kid. Luckily I used to work there and know the owners and they let us bring in food for him or would make something special like putting tofutti cream cheese and pepperoni on a plain baked pizza crust. Has he been evaluated for autism spectrum disorders? Much of his rigidity sounds like he may be on the spectrum. Even if he isn't, reading some of the methods used by parents of kids on the spectrum might help. does he have other sensory issues besides the food ones? Has he ever had brushing therapy? It needs to be taught by an Occupational Therapist (OT) but it can create HUGE changes, including letting the child feel that he CAN do things. I watched my child sit and tell us he was a failure and couldn't cut or color on the lines. he was having problems due to sensory and other Occupational Therapist (OT) issues. As he worked the Occupational Therapist (OT) did gentle joint compressions and magic happened. Not really wand waving magic, but suddenly he sat up straighter, he held the scissors easier, he had confidence and said that it wasn't so hard, that he could do it. I was stunned. First I hadn't seen him do much of the "i can'Tourette's Syndrome" because he never colored or cut at home. Had no interest and never would do it for long no matter what. It has made huge changes for my child na dmay for your nephew. The library or the therapist should have The Explosive Child. Read or re read it and look on the early childhood forum for the sticky thread about adapting it to young children. It can be amazingly hlepful. Also read love and logic magic for early childhood. Again, try the library or therapist or case mgr. It will be a big help with him also. Check their website out for free info from them - [URL="http://www.loveandlogic.com"]www.loveandlogic.com[/URL] . I am sorry about the cramped housing, but it is very good that you are away from the relative. I hope that a home opens up for your famly very very soon! Do you have a doctor? You may need to ask about medications for depression and anxiety for now. They can also be a big help. Hugs. [/QUOTE]
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