Being a teenager can be a stressful time for some. Being an overweight teenager would no doubt be stressful for many. As with anything else that presents challenges, it is good to identify the cause if we can. First, rule out or dealt with any significant physical/medical reason. Then, it is likely due to past […]
Do you have a child who wants to only eat a few select foods, a self restricted diet? Can you share in a comment below what you do that helps your child? Maybe it will help another child too. Eating Challenges Common with Autism Many kids with autism, perhaps up to 75%, have issues related […]
We are very excited at EYECAN CREATIONS Publications to be developing a new product. We plan to individualize an Eating Game product that will provide dietary support for seniors. This effort is due to a request from an international contact who knows The Eating Game well. She was approached by someone who was very concerned […]
Is it not a universal wish of all parents to see their children experience the best of health and happiness as they grow to be responsible independent adults? And we know that […]
Being a teenager can be a stressful time for some. Being a teenager who is overweight would no doubt be stressful for many. As with anything else that presents challenges, it is good to identify the cause if we can. If there is an identifiable physical/medical reason for being overweight it needs to be addressed. […]
Does this remind you of a child you know? What might be on the plate that you had planned for them to eat? I wonder what they expected to be on the plate? It is estimated that about 75% of those on the autism spectrum will experience eating challenges of some kind. It would seem […]
What can a parent do to meet the constant challenges of a picky eater? It can be an overwhelming task to provide a healthy diet for a child with a very selective, restricted diet. We know that a healthy diet is needed for overall best health, growth, learning and performance. As a parent you want […]
What do you do to help your overweight child to be in control of healthier eating habits. Just a few suggestions: 1) consult your doctor for support 2) be POSITIVE as you support you child in a challenging venture 3) engage in family planning meals together; parents can set an example and everyone can be […]
If a child restricts their preferred food choices to a limited number of foods then they always know what they will be eating, mom/dad never run out of this food and maybe even give it on demand since they are very concerned about the child’s limited diet ~ now there is a plan, meals are […]
Does your child have problems when faced with change? Maybe it is a change in the brand of Cheerios because the favored brand was out of stock. Perhaps it is a change in the route you drive to school, due to an unexpected detour. Possibly the cause of a meltdown is that you cannot go […]