Hyped up on Sugar!
I just came back from the weekend at my FIL and his girlfriend's house. There's always a bit of an issue when we go over because they have the worst diet and the kids eat nothing but junk while we're there.
I've never really said anything because they're so kind and accomodating and just really nice to us but the food situation is getting out of control.
My kids don't handle sugar or artificial chemicals very well because they've never really been exposed to them in large amounts. This weekend they had 7-up (they never, ever drink soda at home), tons of sugary stuff a lot of it very processed and artificial.
Sigh... My DH and I think we'll have to speak up for next time. We don't mind the kids having treats once in a while but it's the processed foods and artifical sweetners I have more of an issue with also the excess. Instead of giving them one cupcake each they bring out a plate of like 10! And not homemade cupcakes but the artifical ones pumped full of hydrogenated oils and chemicals.
As a result they were moody, badly behaved and extremely hyper. Honestly, I almost didn't recognize them. Anyone who thinks diet isn't directly related to moods and behaviors should take a look at my kids after a sugar binge.... not a pretty sight.
It's quite a serious issue because my 9 y/o has Asperger's and he is even more affected. He really withdrew a lot this weekend and very hyper. My four year old just can't process sugar very well either, she's the type of kid that has one piece of cake and is bouncing off the walls.
I feel almost guilty for complaining especially since I don't think they mean any harm but I think I'll have to speak up next time. At the same time I feel like a terrible mom for letting this continue when I know I shouldn't.
What would you do in this situation? How would you approach the subject?
I've never really said anything because they're so kind and accomodating and just really nice to us but the food situation is getting out of control.
My kids don't handle sugar or artificial chemicals very well because they've never really been exposed to them in large amounts. This weekend they had 7-up (they never, ever drink soda at home), tons of sugary stuff a lot of it very processed and artificial.
Sigh... My DH and I think we'll have to speak up for next time. We don't mind the kids having treats once in a while but it's the processed foods and artifical sweetners I have more of an issue with also the excess. Instead of giving them one cupcake each they bring out a plate of like 10! And not homemade cupcakes but the artifical ones pumped full of hydrogenated oils and chemicals.
As a result they were moody, badly behaved and extremely hyper. Honestly, I almost didn't recognize them. Anyone who thinks diet isn't directly related to moods and behaviors should take a look at my kids after a sugar binge.... not a pretty sight.
It's quite a serious issue because my 9 y/o has Asperger's and he is even more affected. He really withdrew a lot this weekend and very hyper. My four year old just can't process sugar very well either, she's the type of kid that has one piece of cake and is bouncing off the walls.
I feel almost guilty for complaining especially since I don't think they mean any harm but I think I'll have to speak up next time. At the same time I feel like a terrible mom for letting this continue when I know I shouldn't.
What would you do in this situation? How would you approach the subject?
posted by Mila at 1:57 PM
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I don't have any advice other than to have a conversation or two about how the foods impact your kids.
Sometimes people feel like it's their job to 'cut it up' and 'give your kids some fun for a change' with their sugar and processed foods. They see the 'natural foods' that you usually have as boring or something.
We eat mostly processed foods here - but I understand someone else's desire to eat more naturally :)
Thanks Kelly, I do think they see it as a way to let the kids have a little fun and definitely don't mean any harm.
And for sure they see the foods we give them as boring :)
I know where you are coming from. I think I would explain to your kids how you expect them to behave and that you want them to live a healthy lifestyle. And when you visit someones place and they bring out sugary snacks or any snacks that you want your child to either limit or not have just mention that they have had there limit for the day/week and need to decline it, however , they can eat veggies or fruit. Provide other options for them to feed your children. I don't think it is insulting and you are only doing the best for your child. They should totally respect you for that.
Good luck!
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