Hi moms, I was wondering if this is phase or what. My son recently has started having angry outbursts while we are eating, this is about the 3rd one he has had. I start feeding him, then all of a sudden he starts clawing at his mouth and then pulling food out of his mouth, scratching his face, bucking his body, and oh don't forget the screaming!! Is this normal, my other son has never done this. I know every child is different, but this is crazy!!
**** Its the food he loves, we take turns feeding, as in he feeds himself awhile then i feed him then back and forth. Everything is fine, then all of a sudden he goes crazy! Thats why its so weird.
** He does have reflux but its under control, and its not every meal he does it, in the past 5 days he has just done it at random times. He does have food allergies, but he hasn't had them. Everything is like normal foods he as had numerous times. ;-) TIA moms!
Hello C. =)
is he allergic to anything? see if he can tell you why he's doing that. he just might be wanting to be in control. does he do it w/ a specific food or any food? any mouth sores? did he bite his tongue? Good luck and patience ~C.~
I agree that he's old enough to feed himself so you might try backing off and see what happens. As mentioned, he could be exerting control (which is actually a really healthy thing). If it continues despite this, it may very well be an allergy or some other sensitivity. I would discuss it with my ped as well.
My initial reaction is that it's an allergy, but it also might be a "hot" bite that kicks in...as in, when you is biting into a little bit of salsa on a tortilla chip, but the "hot" doesn't "hit" until your mouth is closed! (just an example...) Also, while you are thinking that you are feeding your son something that is the same as what you make at home, remember there are often "hidden" ingredients, and your son may be allergic to it, so you wouldn't get the same reaction at home.
If it's not the control issue already posted (so I won't go into that), you might want to talk to your pediatrician for possible reasons.
HTH!! (And remember to tip well when you are eating out with your children ~ whether they make a mess or not! When you go back, the wait staff will be climbing to come wait on you!) :)
I would make sure the food is not to hot or spicy. I would also let him feed himself, he is developmentaly ready to self feed. This might be his way of exerting control over what he eats, and if you let him feed himself he will feel more in control. It is also healthier, self feeding is on the developmental checklist for 9-12 months. If he is just having a temper tantrum because he wants something different, then offer him what is for dinner or whatever meal, if he chooses not to eat then he will be hungry and more likely to eat at the next feeding. I know that sounds harsh, but it what my Dr told me to do, he also reassured me that a child will not starve themselves.
I don't know what it might be but I have to say, my first thought was, I hope he doesn't have reflux of some kind. Have you had that checked out? Just a thought...wishing you the best during this "phase!" :)
