If you see that happening, start right away with the next steps in this guide! Otherwise, it's possible that your child will self-select herself down to just a few foods, served in only one way, at one particular location.
Overcoming Feeding Problems in a Child with Autism
By Lisa Jo Rudy, About.com Guide
Updated: April 16, 2007
About.com Health's Disease and Condition content is reviewed by the Medical Review Board
Very often, says Kroeger, kids with autism will slowly start to reject previously favored foods. You might find that your child won't eat a certain food one day, and rejects it again the next. If that happens, he may be working toward absolute rejection of the food.
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- Know That Picky Eaters with Autism are Common - And the Reasons are Unknown
- Be Aware When a Child Starts to Reject a Food, and Nip the Problem in the Bud
- Choose a Food That's Similar to Those Your Child Likes Best
- Take Baby Steps When Introducing a Food
- Take More Baby Steps
- Avoid Creating a Power Struggle Between You and Your Child with Autism
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