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- 1. Be Respectful:
- Avoid pressuring to change their diet or making negative comments about their food choices.
- 2. Provide Options:
- Ask what they can eat or offer a variety of foods to choose from, and respect their preferences. Allow them to eat their own food and drink rather than yours if that is their preference.
- 3. Avoid Judgment:
- Remember that ARFID is a real medical condition, and it’s fussy eating, a “fad” or a choice.
- 4. Create a Comfortable Environment:
- Make meal times relaxed and free from stress or anxiety.
- 5. Encourage Small Steps:
- Celebrate achievements, like sniffing a new food or eating a tiny portion of a challenging one.
