Will THIS help Mikko EAT?!

This time we try, or retry, a suggestion someone had that we should give Mikko PediaSure due to her food aversion. As we said before, we are exploring as many different food options as we can with her so she has a better chance of getting all the nutrients she needs. Let's see if this works!
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[@jrhaydon939]

Me and my wife have. 3yr old son who was diagnosed autistic,Im so amazed and encouraged by the progress i see in your daughter.Keep doing what yall are doing.I will continue to tune in,and we all can help one another.God bless you and your family!

[@tinamarie8061]

To see Mikko take a bath, use words, engage, and EATING. My heart is full!

[@Digital_demon460]

yes an yes its.so good to see.she she is.eating.an likes het.shake drink fir children that need them extra calories an vitamins my grandson use to drink un when he was younger.to 3to 7 years old thay where prescribed by. his Dr it helped a lot an she is a sweet hart ❤.an this makes her mom an dad so happy I see my hart go.out to them cause we don't want to see know parent or parents in stressing about thir.child.❤

[@mariortiz7971]

Yes my daughter is like mikko with big sensory needs the pediasure and smoothies don't work on my daughter anymore unfortunately but before she use to love them and i use to use to help keep some fat and vitamins on her for when she wouldn't eat right. She take feeding therapy. One tip the therapy said is try getting her to play and explore with bits of foods or snacks at a time, even touching it is progress. My daughter went from not wanting eggs to eating eggs and it was simply by trying the trick therapy said try adding the tatortots in her eggs for example and serve it to her. It took her some time but now she actually eats eggs now and finally is back to eating rice and sometimes picking at beans too. What i notice with her she doesn't like the mushy or too wet feeling in her foods. She won't go towards anything thick but she likes the sweet foods like pancakes or waffels because the syrup she seems to like getting messy though at times because its sticky so i have to tie hair back and have a wet soapy rag close and change her after. My child likes more crunchy foods if anything like nuggets, fries , pizza bites, she eats broccoli and carrots but not gonna lie it took her awhile for her to get where she was eating everything to then refusing to have foods, to now having some. Its definitely a struggle, I would like to see her eating more healthier but something is better then nothing at this point.

[@carrietate8036]

GOD BLESS You and your family!

[@dianeferguson1074]

Oh my gosh! Her eyes are so beautiful! She's doing so well. Beautiful little girl!!

[@JuJuBee223]

You could even mix the Vanilla or Banana Pediasure in the pancakes with a little water for extra nutrition

[@Tiffany-Rose]

oh that's a great idea!! Also applesauce is great in pancakes!

[@sabrinawhite7185]

She's very smart . She knows what she likes. I 🥰

[@gaylahall2880]

I agree Mikko is a very smart little girl. ❤️💯

[@urbanlady1.]

Yeah, I noticed that with the sweater. She seemed to really wanted to wear the striped sweater.

[@enticeme13]

I hear lots of little things that she's trying to say! My little one is 3 and autistic and learning lots of new words also... they are really hard to understand until it clicks in my brain what hes saying and then i hear it all the time. I hear that pre-language development in Mikko as well! So awesome!! Edited to add : Super Simple Songs on YT has been amazing at helping my son learn words and then he slowly starts using those words in everyday communication with me

[@Steph_Said]

WOW! Proud of you for walking away during her little attempt at control. Seems like starting your day with firm messages, makes the day go well. Love how Meko communicated her favorite drink, but when she stirred the drink blew my mind!! Well done! It's like a light bulb 💡 turned on the day of this video. 🥰😍

[@yeslia2010Godis]

Mikko is such a smart baby girl!! Prayers for continued milestones in her precious life!!!!

[@glennfields8121]

I just love watching this sweet baby girl. She is such a blessing to her family and to the world. I pray for Mikko and her family every day. God bless you Mikko, Precious and family.

[@allthingsnatural3882]

Mikko is trying to say hummus, so sweet 6:09!❤

[@susancerruti6410]

She so clearly says "it's good" and not just repeating it when somebody else says it.

[@ayses3851]

She has made so much improvement!!!

[@ears2heareyes2see]

That made me smile!! I loved when Mikko said, "really good hmmm".

[@jaiyabyrd4177]

This is really wonderful because the Subscribers get to spend the morning with you all.❤️🌹❤️🌹❤️

[@astraldeer]

I'm so glad the nutritional drinks are helping! Perhaps, to get her used to different flavor combinations and helping her discover, try mix half of the banana and strawberry PediaSures together. Just a small and easy way to get her used to such a thing. So proud of you, little Mikko!

[@tanyastaten6931]

Mom Dad your patience and endurance is paying off. God is blessing you. This video makes me happy.

[@magicgirl8705]

As a 19-year-old autistic, I find this absolutely heartwarming.

[@ruthschrager6052]

It seemed like she was answering you and communicating. That's good! It's great to see! Keep going, it looks like progress. Have a great day! Much love and peace! Ruth 💖

[@roslynboston-khaliq6792]

Mikko knows she's on camera....be careful that she's not doing somethings just for the camera....She's very intelligent ❤

[@helixmoore7636]

Exactly, haha, and she knows she's adorable.

[@pamgraves]

I’ve noticed this also I hope momma notices it soon

[@Inkblot67]

🙄

[@jackigutrick2326]

Awww❤❤❤ YAY, so proud of you Mikko! You are a sweetie! Precious, you are a great mommy! Continue to do your best for yourself and your family.

[@ChaucerInLove]

Watching your little one blow on the pancakes to cool them down was so cute - great job, Mikko!! 🎊 🎉

[@audreywilliams7007]

I love Mikko so so much. I just love watching her growing and thriving. It's so beautiful to see❤❤❤

[@theire483]

You can put the nutrition drinks in the freezer for about 30 min, shake it, and put it back. Continue to shake (while in the feezer) until it has the consistency of ice cream. Perhaps she'll eat it then👍

[@hiddenhand6973]

Oh I’m going to try this!

[@trellisanderson7161]

What you do with Mikko is so encouraging, God bless your family.

[@Tiffany-Rose]

The way I cheered when she drank the banana one 🙌🙌🙌🙌 That's so great to see!! Kids tastes change so fast I know it's hard to keep up. I was the same way. Super glad to see she likes them. 👏👏 I noticed when she was having issues with the shirts. Maybe something you can try is to pick out a few outfits ahead of time and lay them out and not have anything else out so she only sees what's out in front of her. Sometimes having too many options can be overwhelming, it is for me. Also consider getting her tops that are a little big on her so that if she wants to put on shirts over sweaters she can. Layering provides a level of comfort for me, makes me feel protected and applies a bit of soothing pressure. I also have issues with clothes that are too tight. My stomach area is sensitive so most of my clothes are technically a size or 2 larger than what I can normally fit into. I've talked with a lot of other Autistic people that do the same thing. Gimme a big oversized hoodie, fluffy pants and warm socks and I'm a happy girl 😁 Again super happy she drank the pedisure!! 👏👏👏🩷

[@clairebear1808]

Mikko has come a long way ! Good job mom n dad 🤗😘🙏🌹

[@bosslady7611]

I'm not crying. My allergies are acting up🥹. Omg. Mikko's progress is amazing. It's a reflection and a testament of love, compassion, patience, and understanding. Mom, you are a strong and beautiful woman, wife, and mother whose love and care knows no bounds. You are a selfless, dedicated woman. You do whatever it takes to ensure your children's safety, well-being, and success. You nurture, protect, and give them guidance every day. I would like to take time to acknowledge your other children. They're so humble, intelligent, respectful, compassionate, and patient. Y'all are definitely raising them right. I see Mikko holding full conversations in the near future. Her meltdowns will decrease, and who knows? They may even stop altogether. She will become more confident in her abilities, and that's all due to the fact that she has a loving family that never gave up on her. She is being guided, loved, and supported through every step of this journey. I can see the joy in mom's face whenever Mikko shows progress or does something. Blessings to you all❤

[@Barbara.714]

😂 I have 5 children my last is 16.And every last one went through these stages.Being gentle all the time don't work.I think she knows what she can get away with.Beleive me she's smart and will play you.And she will eat when she's hungry.Maybe not what you want her to eat or how often you want.But she will eat.

[@tinamarie8061]

Are all 5 of your children non verbal, autistic, diapered with tactile sensitivity? This is not just a phase. There are autistic children with feeding tubes because their mind won’t tell them to eat. Don’t project onto this woman’s parenting. The fact that Mikko looks at her, is trying words& now makes eye contact is a miracle.

[@katharinafk]

No. This is not just a child being a little moody or manipulative to get her way. This is a child who will be in extreme distress if she has to eat something that she has an aversion to. I would know, i was that child, and i would have literally thrown up, still would. It's not a "dislike", it literally feels like somebody wants you to swallow something that is not edible.

[@carmenmonteto6202]

Obviously, if you have an ASD child, they are different than Mikko. You cannot treat neuro-different the same as neurotypical individuals. My two ASD sons are adults and totally different in how they approach the world. One graduated college, works for a famous tech company, but will never be able to live independently, while his younger brother can. One has food aversions even as an adult, and the other aversions to fabric, noise and touch. ASD is a spectrum and every single person is quite different. Phases do not exist as we know them. One son hates ketchup, but likes BBQ sauce. The other would not be alive if had to eat meat due to texture.

[@leticiasmith226]

I'm so proud of you and your family. It sounds like she is talking.i have a grandbaby that's is non verbal and is on a feeding tube

[@KiraMiller-tt5no]

Silly Mikko trying to put a shirt over a sweatshirt. Glad to see Mikko drinking and eating stuff new!! You go girl.

[@alannawalker3970]

Mommy and Daddy!!!!! You all are amazing parents and have a beautiful family ❤❤❤❤

[@GINA-pw3ld]

The joy on your face when she was eating touched me ❤🎉 thumbs up Mikko!

[@autismmom3058]

I love the way you allow her to try things . She did a great job with the pancakes.

[@karafreeman3873]

It is soooo good to see little Mikko making decisions and talking.She is a beautiful child..God Bless your family.

[@Crocodile_by_kill]

She's getting so big and just collecting more and more tools and just doing so good! My youngest who struggles with autism and ADHD is going through this not eating phase and picky phase. At his school they weigh them every Friday cuz certain children are on medication and have dietary needs and all that so about a month ago they realized he lost some weight because he just refuses to eat. So we had to do this whole food program and just a lot of trial and error and just continuously staying on him every hour you want a snack ,are you hungry? We reintroduced old foods that he used to like and stopped liking and so many things. It's gotten a lot better in the past couple weeks he has gained 5 lbs back and he's eating more but it is still a fight sometimes to get him to pick something to eat and just eat. Love Mikko, so glad she's doing so well ❤❤❤

[@recipebandit3563]

HI Mikko😊. It's wonderful to see and hear her progress.

[@JacquiesJourney]

I love to watch her grow! She’s so smart… I heard her day looks good mommy!!! 😊🥺

[@vanessajenkins5703]

So happy she liked those. She told you they were good. Yay Mikko

[@MBXGill]

She said, “it’s good!” and in such a real way, I love it wow that seems like serious progress! 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾 keep going mom, dad, and siblings!

[@Mystery_Nigma]

Look at her go! Glad you’ve found something that works!

[@CB-ch5hb]

I'm so happy for Mikko. You found something that she likes. What a pretty girl. She is making excellent progress.

[@brenda1657]

You are a real special mom. This little girl has progressed and she is communicating. Your patients is paying off and certainly why she is growing positively. Good job!!

[@cynthia-iz9ew]

I can really understand a lot of Mikko's words. Good job mom and dad❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@celi9133]

Watching you and Mikko cooking just warmed my heart.🥰

[@wijigedera7172]

What you do with Mikko is so encouraging. God Bless you All!.

[@Chillin08]

Absolutely love seeing Mikko’s progression! She’s an amazing young lady ❤❤

[@silverdoe9477]

So happy she’s liking them! ❤ There are different ones with thicker or thinner textures, and unflavoured, if she develops aversions to the regular drinks. Well done!

[@AllbuttJ]

She is doing really good!! 😊 Fruit is good. My son eats bananas, apples 🍎. Your lucky. I had to teach my son to shop. He threw everything. Try everything. As long as she is eating. My son went thru different foods. Textures of the foods. Cheerios is also good. She is awesome! Great job Mom!!!! ❤❤❤❤

[@beverlyhenderson1280]

Oh my goodness!!!😊 Mikko is a snart littke girl! To see her stir her milkshake, im very much happy for her!!❤ She really does know what she wants! Continue to be encouraged!🙏🏽🧡💕

[@francesjavier3113]

My eyes watered with every gulp...this was the highlight of my entire day. ❤️

[@michelletauson2867]

Your doing great mom! Her progress is wonderful.

[@kathiward7]

Pecious, at 1:20 Mikko is clearly indicating that she wants to wear the same white top that you are wearing. My daughter is neurotypical. At age 3 she desperately needed ear tubes. She didn't communicate much better than Mikko at the time. It was a constant struggle. "Show me" became the only way that we could communicate until she finally got the ear tubes. I see Mikko communicating more and more. She uses her eyes, her attitude, everything she's got. Beautiful child, beautiful parents, beautiful family.

[@mrsbee235]

Awwwwe, so proud of you, beautiful 😊❤ Mom,you're doing a great job ❤

[@jackiegraham5875]

Your videos are very helpful to me because my grandson was diagnosed with Autism and I want to thank you for sharing it helps me alot❤❤❤❤❤

[@slimsonite2111]

All the "mmm"s...so cute 😌

[@audreyphillips1795]

Mikkio is really progressing and it makes me so happy. U r dedicated and pray that you continue to be strong through her journey

[@lindsayprichard7509]

You are very blessed with your daughter I believe she will talk one day. you see I was about 15 months old when I stopped talking and walking because of my autism my mom sent me to the best schools and eventually I could do everything again

[@silverdoe9477]

Friends daughter had a year of “no pants!”. You handled it beautifully!

[@pehipskulot]

You are such a good mama! Mikko is doing great! Xx

[@robinjackson8554]

Yeah Mikko, glad to see that she is enjoying her breakfast and beverage.

[@corinnebonafino5211]

My heart with this girl…💗✨ I love you Mikko and family!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@piapress2959]

I just want to say, i love your channel i find you and your whole family amazing, beautiful and wonderful. You tell my Mikko i love her❤❤❤❤❤, and you stay strong momma.

[@heatherewing1253]

I just love watching both of you!!! You are such a good mother!!!

[@theladykay8583]

Our sweet Mikko is really trying to user her words I'm loving it. Go girl!

[@rareflower72]

I love watching these videos. Seeing Nikki progress.

[@ronilopez7490]

It seems like she knows about the camera and that she's being filmed she's very smart lil one

[@SandraJackson-hz9vb]

I also added milk to it to dilute the pediasure. If it’s too strong of a flavor. ❤ I love that you keep reintroducing different things.

[@SandraJackson-hz9vb]

So happy that she likes it!!❤❤❤

[@NiCholeMoody]

When you asked her if she liked the hummus I heard her clearly say, "yeaaa, it's gooood."

[@dawnmykulak1892]

I love how Mikko was helping mama cook those cute pancakes. She is getting so big, she is so adorable and she seems to progress in her speech. Getting to be a big girl. She seems pretty happy. Mom and Dad you guys are really doing a fantastic job. Look forward to viewing your videos to see what new accomplishments Mikko is doing. Keep up the great work. Very inspiring for me to watch. ❤❤

[@user-me9xb4dg3i]

i am a special education teacher and i very much enjoy watching your interaction with your autistic daughter. i am not sure if you are aware how you have advanced her skills. she is a lucky girl. you work with her with kindness and patience. you give her the safety she needs to grow.

[@ranipatnaik7143]

Love watching her! So sweet!!

[@Shuronda-qx2xx]

Good job Mikko your pancakes look fantastic 😍

[@hannahh.6500]

My 3 year old is big into the helping phase right now. She wants to help with EVERYTHING. So I understand grocery shopping struggles lol. She's also turned into a very picky eater recently so I give her options. I put out 2 or 3 things she likes to eat and let her choose 1. I always make sure there are fruits in the fridge because she will ask for them at any time of the day or night. And I got kids multivitamin gummies from Olly (she thinks they're candy) and she has 1 twice a day. She LOVES them and gets excited when it's time to have one. Maybe something to look into for sweet Mikko ❤

[@jend8759]

This is wonderful! Way to go, Mikko!

[@Octavia1083]

This made my heart so happy! Our little Mikko is doing her big one in this video.

[@user-zw2rp4qp3j]

I have to take a breather when watching your videos!! Lol I boo hoo every time 🥺🥺🥺 she reminds me so much of my 5yr old son whom is non verbal/ autistic. She has progressed sooo much since I first started watching you all!! I just want to say thank you!!!! From the bottom of my heart!! On my worst days I come to YT and watch Mikko’s journey and it gives me so much hope!!! 🫶🏾🫶🏾🫶🏾🫶🏾

[@laureenejackson1441]

Dear Precious: You did a good job with reintroduced the pediasure to Mikko. She liked it and was able to tell you that she enjoyed it. 😊😊😊

[@danielar91]

you're doing so great 😍 thank you for documenting ❤️🫂

[@kerryalabama6716]

How do you have time to do this all day. Seems like some of her behavior is just a kid being a kid. My grandbaby dont like getting dressed either and is picky about foods. I wouldn't acknowledge her every cry and whine. Dont treat her differently than any other child.She will be expecting that all through her life. I would make it such a big deal, like standing over her waiting for her to not like it or suggesting it taste like medicine. Just my opinion.

[@mylifeaszoey2335]

Many autistic adults are in therapy and have ptsd from being treated like a neurotypical child growing up.

[@JacquiesJourney]

I’m super excited!!! Way to go! You joys are on your way. Sending you love from Holly Springs, North Carolina 💜💜💜💜

[@Cheri2614]

Have you ever tried picking out 3 outfits that you are ok with and have her chose 1 of them?

[@DestinyRoxHope]

Mikko had me laughing so hard when she was being cheeky and did the thumbs down even though she seemed to like the pancakes and she is so cuuuute when she talks and agrees with you like when she was saying "its good" I love watching Miko, she has such a cute personality and you and Chris are always so patient and good with Miko 😂🤣💗😍🥰

[@kmoliere504]

My son is on the spectrum and he would request Vanilla Ensure whenever I went to Costco. It was a lifesaver.

[@kimberlygrissom2315]

Why mention "Doesn't taste like medicine " to her?

[@Supplylove]

Mom u are so awesome and much respect. My 4yo granddaughter is on the spectrum. Thank you for giving me tools to help w granddaughter. ❤

[@ryannetienne2839]

Way to go @thegentlelife! You are doing all the right things! We also struggle with food aversion with our 2 1/2 year old son. We are trying to incorporate new foods. He likes crunchy foods. He will drink pedia. A recommendation we received is to try to have the shape of the new food similar to the shape and color of the foods she does like.

[@stefanienaranjo4477]

Pediasure definitely does wonders. Sometimes I mix them into smoothies with veggies for my toddlers

[@sdb9317]

I am so glad you found something she likes ..I love when she says mmhhh❤..

[@Pnutthetruth]

I used to give that to my son who was born early and it seems to work when he didn't want to eat. You are doing an awesome job mom❤

[@user-oq6ph4iw6p]

Good job mom, bless you and Miko

[@moccamecca5593]

You can also use insure or boost which they have one that is called breeze. And it's fruit based almost like a juice or smoothie.... You can also get protein powder and blend fruits into like a smoothie that she might like... Yeah mikko way to go!!!🎉😅

[@anniehale5507]

She may also have a fear of choking snd Sadness and Anxiety can make you not eat too because you could be so sad the lump in your throat makes it hard to eat!!

[@GLORIAGRANDBERRY]

I look forward to visiting Mikko and her Mom. Im new to this. I was wondering Mom a few episodes back you mentioned school. Is Mikko ready for school. You have taught her so well. Mom, you are just wonderful.

[@JustFluffyQuiltingYarnCrafts]

Yaay! ❤❤Did not know that it came in banana. I hope that she will enjoy every now and then, as needed, to supplement her daily intake of nutrients.

[@pamelaferebee3648]

The shakes are good for them. I bought them for my grandson. He loves them. Blessings to you all 🙏🏾

[@autobotdiva9268]

Mikko room is NOT set up for independence. She can pick out her own clothes within reason. She is making progress. try lovevery toys

[@reneebarger5194]

Toddlers are texture sensitive in both food & clothes. They like to graze for food & toys. I leave a tray of healthy foods for my grand babies to graze on, fig bars, teddy grams, yogurt drops, veggie crisps etc.

[@KristinAlayna]

Carnations are still part of my diet. They made all the difference throughout my childhood. I drink (only) chocolate breakfast essentials anytime and glucerna chocolate shakes when I need to manage my blood sugar.

[@irenerojo2555]

Hi Precious! My grandson doesn’t like milk either but will drink soy milk. So I mix half soy milk and half pedía sure. It takes some of the thickness away.

[@teamresources]

A friend of mine who is a nutritionist with a kiddo with lots of food aversions makes potato pancakes with mashed potatoes, tuna and feta cheese. I love watching your little one grow. Keep up the great work. ❤

[@kathyferrara4444]

Aww she is so sweet. What a little doll. I know it seems like she wants to try bless her and I bet she will get it one day!