Post by @mammaandtommy

Food refusal isn’t always about being fussy or stubborn. For some autistic children, the smell, texture, appearance or even the thought of certain foods can be genuinely overwhelming. And that’s before we consider anxiety, oral-motor difficulties or previous negative experiences with food. When we focus entirely on getting a child to take another bite, we can miss WHY they are struggling in the first place. Understanding the reason behind the refusal is where meaningful feeding support begins. Struggling to understand your child’s restricted eating or feeling like you’ve tried absolutely everything. Struggling to understand your child’s restricted eating or feeling like you’ve tried everything? My extreme food refusal ebook (just £15) helps you look beyond what’s on the plate, understand the reasons behind food refusal and explore ways to support your child without adding more pressure. 🤎 available now through my link or comment and I’ll send the link #autismfeeding #sensoryprocessingdisorder #autismparents #selectiveeater