Hello my name is Julie. I'm new to this blog and I'm a single parent of a 3 year old with Autism. My child has PDD, he was diagnosed when he was 17 months. He's started getting early intervention a month after he was diagnosed and has made such an improvement. His eye contact is better, he likes to play with other children, he knows emotion, he doesn't speak yet but he says a few words. He still does have behavior issues and still has a low attention span but therapists and I are working on that with him. Another thing is that my son is very sensory especially with his mouth. He can't tolerate textures, so he still eats baby food. It can be frustrating sometimes to see him not eat regular food but I know eventually he will. I believe everything is a process, with help and patience these children will get better.
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Hi Julie, I don't have much
Hi Julie,
I don't have much personal experience with the food challenges your are talking about, however I have been in two meeting this week and last week where the topic came up. In both cases, I and a co-worker recommended two books : " Just Take a Bite" and "Can't Eat Won't Eat" as two possible sources for more information. Also, some states have feeding clinics where they will develop a plan, after and evaluation , of course, to help the child expand their food choices. Let me know how things go.
I have some, but not a lot, of info on the topic on my site. I think Speech Pathologists, Occupational Therapists and Behavioral Psychologists are experts in that area-- I am a Special Educator. So if you have any questions reagarding teaching ans learning, please don't hesitate to contact me.
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Hi Julie....You keep that
Hi Julie....You keep that positive attitude. Things WILL get better . I remember crying while I tried to feed my grand daughter. Textures were always an issue for her and some still are. (she is 9 now.) Never had a cookie until she was almost 4. Sweets still don't excite her. Yogurt is a big favorite, but she always says NO to ice cream. Trial and error young mom. You will make head way when you least expect it. Celebrate then. By the way....my very picky eater now eats better and healthier than her 2 brothers. I still love to watch her eat. Feel free to celebrate your accomplishments on this blog. Everyone here gets it! Be Blessed. Oh, and welcome to the site.
THANK YOU, I HAVE ALOT OF
THANK YOU, I HAVE ALOT OF FAITH THAT MY SON WILL EAT REAL FOOD. IT'S A PROCESS, MAYBE WHEN HE LEARNS TO SPEAK AND UNDERSTANDS MORE, HE WILL LEARN THAT HE DOESN'T HAVE TO BE AFRAID OF FOOD.
You're welcome! Keep that
You're welcome! Keep that faith!! Remember to encourage him at every opportunity. He may not be speaking, but he is hearing. Telling him YOU understand will mean so much to him. You both are gonna be just fine!!