Miss A' is quite a picky little eater, and we have spent many hours worrying about her eating habits. She doesn't seem to want to eat anything, except for Ensure, and my own high calorie concoction (don't ask because you may get a gut ache thinking about it!) Because of her small stature, her pediatrician has made it a point to let us know that it is NOT ok for her to loose any weight. Well, duh, and thank you very much for the increased pressure, Doctor K'!
The only problem is that she doesn't enjoy eating, and getting her to eat is an ORDEAL! It sometimes takes her as much as two hours to eat a few small bites of food (1/3-1/2 of a banana), or to drink a cup of Ensure. You may be thinking that she may have a swallowing disorder, but it was quite apparent in China that the girl can eat and eat A LOT at a time. Now that we are home she must realize that the meals will continue to come and why eat when she can play. The only problem with her way of thinking is that her mommy and daddy are loosing sleep over it!
Anyhoo, we have basically made meal time into a festival of craziness at the Vk ranch. After the kids have finished their meals, they will parade around the table acting like clowns to distract Miss A' from the task at hand. J-man is quite proficient in his antics, and he is usually the only one who has any success getting her to eat. The other day, I decided it was time to try some good ole' American junk food and headed out to McD's for a happy meal. Yes, I was that desperate! Much to my surprise, she ate about 1/3 of the hamburger and fries. That evening, while enjoying her cousin O's second birthday bash, she munched on a piece of pizza and some watermelon (the diet of champions, as you well know!)
I thought we were finally making some "eating progress," but she has reverted back to her Ensure and Gut Bomb drink ala Mommy. Alas, there is always tomorrow.......
D' feeding fries to his "China meimei"
A' having all kinds of fun with her McDonalds cup:)
Yes, her bib says she's the little brother. It's just a bib people! :o)
Oh, and THANK YOU cousin Jupe for the adorable hair bows!
2 comments:
Miss A looks like she's having the time of her life while she gives you and your dear hubby sleepless nights!
We're under strict orders regarding Q's eating, too. Our doctor told me to put some weight on her ASAP. I'm trying. I've resorted to noodles and boiled eggs for breakfast, an assortment of fruit any time she wants, and, of course, a big lunch and a big dinner which she only sometimes eats. It's easier for us because Q is at an age where she can express her likes and dislikes. Too bad she mostly asks for ice cream. I suppose it'll help put the weight on, but I'm not sure it's the healthiest choice! ;0)
Having had (and quite frankly still do have) 2 kids on the "growth" watch myself, I feel for you. It's HARD. Princess gets to eat anytime she wants except right before meal times, and she gets a carnation instant milk after every meal.
My middle child had major issues (and he is a bio kid) as well because of lactose intolerance we didn't catch early enough (who knew it could be that severe?). It's tough though. So very very tough.
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