I weighed N yesterday. He is up to 94 lbs. I'm thrilled that he continues to gain.
His behaviours have improved quickly this past week since we returned home. The past few days, though, he has eaten several times to the point of making himself sick. I want to encourage him to listen to his body, but don't want him to learn to binge and purge. I've tried to help him make varied food choices, but he seems to lean towards sweets and carbs. It seems like a careful dance to help him choose foods that will help his body and brain heal, yet to encourage him to listen to his body and celebrate the fact that he is eating of his own free will.
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My thoughts as our family battles anorexia with our 11-year old son.
Our Story
Our 11-year old son dropped 20 pounds in just two months. That was the beginning of an unexpected, difficult and emotional journey for our family. At the four month mark he stopped losing weight -- but continues his obsession with food and body image.
Updated Summary.
Updated Summary.
Charlotte's Helix
Current Height & Weight
Weight prior to anorexia: 104 pounds
Low Weight: 76.5 lbs
(November 11, 2007)
Low Weight: 76.5 lbs
(November 11, 2007)
If you are the parent or care-giver of a child with anorexia, I'd be happy to answer any questions. You can contact me at nourishingmyson (at) gmail (dot) com.
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