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Many kids tend to be fussy or picky eaters and avoid certain foods because of taste or texture preference. As parents and clinicians, it can be hard to distinguish between picky eating and an eating disorder that requires treatment such as Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder or ARFID. Knowing how to distinguish picky eating from something more severe…
Navigating the world of pediatric health can be a daunting task for parents. Especially when faced with complex conditions like Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder, or ARFID. ARFID is a relatively new term in the realm of eating disorders. Often misunderstood, this leads to confusion and anxiety for parents trying to support their child. This article…
We all want our children to be confident in themselves and in their body. Unfortunately, body insecurities are often learned as kids navigate our society and messages about what a “right” body is. And they pick up on these things at a young age. Children as young as three years old are seen engaging with negative…
There is no section on how to cope with your child’s eating disorder in “What to Expect When You’re Expecting” parenting books. The task can be daunting and discouraging. It can take a toll on your physical, mental, and emotional well-being. This is why self care for parents is an important part of navigating the recovery process…
Eating disorder recovery is incredibly complex and challenging because eating disorders thrive in isolation. A huge step in the recovery process is being able to discuss your concerns about your relationship with food and body openly. However, this is a lot easier said than done. Many of our clients come to us and have kept…
It’s that time of year again! The leaves are changing, the mornings are getting chillier and Halloween is right around the corner. While the start of Fall can be exciting for some, it leaves others feeling fearful of the potential treats that lay ahead. We know this first hand as a team of dietitians who…
If you are a parent, you are probably acquainted with the growth charts your child’s pediatrician pulls out every year at their well check visit. While they might look familiar year to year, the growth charts can also be confusing. What do they mean? What exactly are they measuring? Is your child’s growth healthy? Let…
For many adolescents and adults in eating disorder treatment, weight restoration is an important step towards recovery. Weight restoration is the process of returning weight back to an individual’s natural biological blueprint following weight loss or weight suppression due to an eating disorder. This is where understanding Biologically Appropriate Weight (BAW) comes into play. Regardless…
Ahhh summer time. Enter: beach days, summer camps, hikes in the woods, and nights spent sleeping under the stars. While longer, warmer days often means spending more time outside, it also can mean showing more of your body which may lead to an increase in body image issues. As a parent, it can be upsetting…
Before you ask, “will my child inherit my eating disorder?” remember – there are things you can do to to cultivate a positive food environment for your child.
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