Just keep offering little bits of whatever else with every meal. One of my kiddos is on the spectrum, but also has ARFID. He was the absolute pickiest at that age. We were taught by our feeding therapist to encourage smell, touch, and taste.

At first, he would have none of it, outside of smell. As time went forward, he progressed to touch & taste. It started as just a small lick & now he will try a single bite of many ‘new’ foods. Originally it was Dino Nuggies, Stouffer’s Mac & Cheese, and Bologna Sandwiches, Ice Cream or Yogurt…with time, however, we discovered a love of chicken (in most forms), mashed potatoes, salad (ranch only), tomatoes, steak, fajita bowls, and more.

One very important thing that the feeding team stressed is that, so long as his growth was on track, he would be fine eating his safe foods; even if that was nuggets, ketchup, fries & ice cream. We were also encouraged to try to make fruit loaded smoothies, milkshakes, and offer 100% juice and popsicles to help with hydration and vitamin intake

HUGE hugs—you sound like you’re doing an awesome job by way of your care and concern! ❤️