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RE: Seeking advice to help my UM... - 11/17/2009 1:00:55 PM

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heya pixie.. I would definatly get wii fit if he likes video games he will love it. Also like you said get your pe teacher andschool involved tell them your issues with him and maybe they will help or tell you where you may get help. I know here in NY they have exercise classes for Autistic children and most are funded through the state.

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RE: Seeking advice to help my UM... - 11/17/2009 3:54:31 PM

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One thing i thought of for more exercise, is to park the car further away when you pick him up from school (if you do), or go to the mall.

The other thing i thought of was frozen jello (jelly for those of us of British descent), instead of ice cream - using the low calorie jello. Cold and sweet and not messy

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RE: Seeking advice to help my UM... - 11/17/2009 6:24:47 PM

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windchymes,
I have actually thought about the Wii Fit he loves vidoe games. So that might be a real option depending on the price of the system and the games.

I suggest it. Most of the excerises are 1-3 minutes long so it's hard to get bored. The cartoons are really cute and encouraging and it's fun to watch the minutes add up. Get the plus edition - it's got more cute games and fun things to do.

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RE: Seeking advice to help my UM... - 11/17/2009 6:49:41 PM

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I have a suggestion, though it might sound a little odd and i'm not sure he'd go for it. Low fat, low sugar seafood. Specifically sushi ingredients. Octopus, squid, tuna, salmon and flying fish eggs (yeah I know it sounds bad but its pretty good if you like seafood) are all very healthy, low in fat, sugar and high in protein. Though they are a little higher in sodium. But its all very filling. Particulary the octopus. My young cousin is slightly autistic and has a difficult time controlling his eating habits. I suggested having some meals that were made up of a mixture of brown/wild rice, chopped up octupus and a couple spoonfuls of fish eggs to my aunt, which is what I ate alot as a little kid - apparently I had alot of allergies i've since grown out of. As it turns out he loved it and ended up losing nearly twenty pounds in a few months. All those ingredients are also quite cheap and easy to obtain. Anyways I just thought i'd suggest it.

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RE: Seeking advice to help my UM... - 11/19/2009 5:38:54 PM

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Here are some great sites to learn more about what you and your child should be doing and eating. The first one even has a specific area for kids. Alot of the info has been really helpful for me to adjust my eating habits to get my blood sugar under control and keep the weight slowly coming off.

http://www.mypyramid.gov/

http://www.journeyforcontrol.com/

http://www.calorieking.com/

The Wii is a great idea as it lends itself to activity without it feeling like work which may make it less of a battle. Generally with autistic individuals the key is finding that thing that makes them really focused (often cars, music, video games, a specific movie or type of movie). Maybe additional computer time equal to the amount of time he exercises?Or a sticker chart with earning a certain number for doing any activity that involves exercise (walking, cleaning, etc) that can be redeemed for more time? I would definately look to other parents of autistic children for support and ideas. I know swimming is often excellent for autistic children. Low impact and minimal balance/coordination needed as just moving through the water at all is exercise.

As far as not knowing when to stop eating. I see this as similar to Prader Willey where individuals never feel full no matter how much they eat. Honestly the only solution I have seen is portion control and tightly limited choices. Hugs to you mom for doing the best you can!

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RE: Seeking advice to help my UM... - 11/19/2009 8:47:24 PM

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You've adjusted his diet which is the first big step. With diabetes running in your family, you know the "good" foods and stuff. Limit carbs, but don't eliminate them, he needs them, and if diabetes runs in the family, cutting them out could hurt more than help. Keep "free" foods available, carrots, celery and stuff that he can munch on when he says he is still hungry.

Admittedly, I only skimmed the majority of the posts. You said you have a trampoline, so I assume you live in a house. Have you considered a dog? Dogs need to be walked, love to play and could help him get in the exercise he needs without the stress of a team or a dojo that isn't equipped to deal with special needs kids. I don't remember where I read it, but I remember an article about how much dogs are helpful in a therapeutic sense to autistic children. I don't think I would recommend a puppy as the training would probably be a bit much more than you can handle at the moment, but there are wonderful young adult dogs who are already housebroken and have basic obedience.

Just a thought.

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