Snacking
I know that it can be frustrating when our kids eat a very small variety of foods and most of them are processed. I often felt judged by others about how Michael eats, especially as he started to gain weight during puberty.
But, here’s the thing.
So, we really can’t solve this issue completely. This is just how our kids tend to eat.
One Benefit
You can stock up on these favorites! If you can keep them hidden, locked away if needed, so that you always have snacks on hand and your child does not have access to unlimited food which might lead them to overeat.
This can help make Mondays less manic by easing your mind that you always have things to fill their lunchbox, make a quick dinner or pack a snack for an afterschool activity or a road trip.
Anything you can do to make your life easier, go for it!
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About the Author
Erica Mauro is a mom to two teenage boys, Will who is neurotypical and Michael with Autism and cognitive delays. She holds a BA in Psychology from Colgate University and a Masters of Psychology in Education from Columbia Teacher’s College. Before staying home with her children, she worked as an elementary school teacher. For five years, she served on the Board of Directors of the Molly Ann Tango Memorial Foundation, a charity dedicated to enriching the lives of children with special needs. In partnership with her husband Dave, she aspires to parent by using daily life as an opportunity for therapeutic intervention, seizing on real experiences as opportunities to build skills and strategies for Michael in a joyful, loving home environment. On the tougher early days, she just tried to get everyone safely to bedtime and start fresh in the morning. *wink* 
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