DD only likes Juicey Juice wwyd?

[brymolmom]

I have packed juice in checked bags...but it has worried me about them breaking open the whole time - so to me it wasn't worth it.

I have 2 kids - dd5 is VERY picky. But somewhere like WDW where there are so many distractions it is actually a good place to try new things. It has worked with me for her. They get thirsty and will drink what is there.

So - checked bags, groceries delivered or just go for it! I'm sure she won't dehydrate if you keep offering her things (even frozen lemonade will help).

 

[2disneyboys]

for 6 weeks, my oldest DS who was 3 at the time, would only eat or drink WHITE things. in the beg it was a little cute. Then it got annoying, then I really started worrying! finally took him to the Dr. His response? he wont starve himself or dehydrate himself. Just don't let him have it as an option and he may be a little thristy or a little hungry for a while, but I doubt it will last past even 1 day. So I did it. didn't offer anything white. listened to howling and screaming off and on for about 5 hours. Then guess what? He ate the RED apple and the ORANGE carrot etc... now? My kids are the ones who pack spinach salads and other "wierd" stuff in the school lunchs!

Seriously a little preferance for JJ is not going to hurt the child unless that is ALL they drink (as sugar can actually work to dehydrate you) , but it would be a good ideal to get her used to not having that as an ONLY option ~~the world is not really a good place for picky people (and I mean the world as in Earth, not as in WDW). start small though. on outings only have water for her (I bought some of those lemon packets to add to the water and my kids can't get enough of them)

If it's not worth the battle, ship down beforehand, pack in your luggage, order food delivery, or if you have access to a veh, go pick up yourself.

 

[trustknoone]

OP Yes you can pack in your checked baggage, I double bag it in good ziptop bags, not the cheap ones I use for lunch but the heavy duty freezer kind. DD10 is diabetic so I have always packed enough for at least the first day, she will drink other things but when she's low she prefers juice. If you have a car you can stop on the way to the resort and get more. Target carries it for sure, don't know about any other store.

As for drinking that much juice, well that's your choice your child. I do agree with
Mouse House Mama, it just kills me to see the garbage on kids menus. Kids will eat better if given better choices.

 

[cancer_survivor_06]

how are you getting from the airport to your resort. when we flew in december we used a car service and since we used them to and from the airport we had free stop at the grocery store. We stopped at the publix and they had so many different juicy juices our stores don't even carry half of what they have. If you need to you could always take a taxi if your desperate but that could be coastly.

 

[mjkacmom]

When my oldest ds was 1, he would only drink milk from a bottle, although he'd drink other beverages from a sippy cup. I asked the pediatrician what I should do, because he had a milk bottle every morning (his only bottle of the day). She told me to only offer milk, in a cup. Children will not dehydrate - the urge to drink is too strong. She was right - it worked!

Edited to add, when I was growing up, I was offered mostly water, sometimes juice or koolade as a treat. I LOVE water - I gag on oj. We have a water cooler, and my kids help themselves, and they LOVE water. Sometimes they'll ask for oj, but most of the time, they're happy with water. I always amazed when people have to force themselves to drink 8 glasses a day - I probably drink triple that. OP, if your dd gets used to drinking water, she will love water, and be healthier down the road.

 

[brandylouwho]

I'd pack some in my suitcase or break her of the habit before you go.

Please don't break her of it there if you think she may be apt to throw a fit. That would be setting yourselves up for quite an unpleasant time (even if it is only an hour or two) at Disney.

 

[clutter]

I hate to sound mean (okay not really because this irritates me) but this is not directed at the OP in particular so it is not a personal attack just a pet peeve- but I cannot help but roll my eyes when people say their child will only eat things like chicken nuggets, mac and cheese, soda, fries, juice.
That is not true. That is just because you give them those foods! When those foods aren't a choice on the menu they will eat other things! They are not going to starve themselves!
Sorry but that is a pet peeve of mine. This of course excludes children who has real medical issues like SID etc.

You know, you can't always get a diagnosis.

I have the kid that didn't eat. She actually NEVER mouthed a thing as a baby and was AFRAID of finger food put on her high chair tray. The only help I got from her ped was "a child will eat if they are hungry enough." Then the doctor refused to answer basic questions such as "do I withhold formula (dd was less than 1) to make her hungry enough?"

Anyway, better people than I also gave up on getting my dd to eat.

She is now turning 12, and she is a better eater than most of her friends. I credit that partly to patience through the years that she was scared to put anything in her mouth. But mostly it's because I developed a thick skin against people who's pet peeve insisted that they knew my kid better than me.

Back to the OP. I totally get it. I was lucky that my dd only drank milk and water, so I didn't get the lambasting you've gotten. Keep in mind that there are weight restrictions on luggage. Have you thought about renting a town car with a grocery stop?

 

[brymolmom]

You know, you can't always get a diagnosis.

I have the kid that didn't eat. She actually NEVER mouthed a thing as a baby and was AFRAID of finger food put on her high chair tray. The only help I got from her ped was "a child will eat if they are hungry enough." Then the doctor refused to answer basic questions such as "do I withhold formula (dd was less than 1) to make her hungry enough?"

Anyway, better people than I also gave up on getting my dd to eat.

She is now turning 12, and she is a better eater than most of her friends. I credit that partly to patience through the years that she was scared to put anything in her mouth. But mostly it's because I developed a thick skin against people who's pet peeve insisted that they knew my kid better than me.

Back to the OP. I totally get it. I was lucky that my dd only drank milk and water, so I didn't get the lambasting you've gotten. Keep in mind that there are weight restrictions on luggage. Have you thought about renting a town car with a grocery stop?

I don't disagree that a parent with questions/concerns should seek medical advice (and then follow it) but have seen first hand many situations where the parent does cause/enable the situation. And sometimes that leads to worse issues than just not eating things, unfortunately.

My own nephew has medical conditions that caused bro and sil to not take medical advice and instead limit what they were offering dnephew. Now he is 3 and the doctors/counselors are furious. My poor nephew, he has a long way to go and a lot of that is due to his parents and them not wanting to do the work needed to do what was necessary for his well being- they went with the easy route. Now, dnephew is paying the price.

 

[clutter]

I don't disagree that a parent with questions/concerns should seek medical advice (and then follow it) but have seen first hand many situations where the parent does cause/enable the situation. And sometimes that leads to worse issues than just not eating things, unfortunately.

My own nephew has medical conditions that caused bro and sil to not take medical advice and instead limit what they were offering dnephew. Now he is 3 and the doctors/counselors are furious. My poor nephew, he has a long way to go and a lot of that is due to his parents and them not wanting to do the work needed to do what was necessary for his well being- they went with the easy route. Now, dnephew is paying the price.

I'm not saying that there aren't parents that enable.

What I'm saying is that it's each parents business and no one elses. And if someone says that they don't care if they're mean because it's a pet peeve of theirs, explain to me why it's any of their business to be such a pet peeve? Sure, if it's in your family, or a close friend, but seriously, a pet peeve for the entire population?

And my point is that most times the 'best' medical advice you will get is "a child will eat if they are hungry enough." I was absolutely willing to test it. My "medical" professional would not give me parameters. What do I do if she still doesn't eat? How long do I let it go? Do I withhold formula or how much do I give her to ensure she didn't dehydrate yet would still be hungry enough to eat?

I KNEW my dd had a problem. I wasn't exactly thrilled at the prospect of starving my child to prove a point, but that's what the doctor wanted me to do. Without enough information to ensure that she was not harmed. When you have a child with feeding problems you're pretty much on your own. Through an incredible amount of patience (especially wrt know it alls), and practice and discussions with my dd, we worked it out with no help from the medical field.

Note: The was in the days of the infancy of the internet. By the time it was more readily available, my dd was 4, I'd found a new doctor that was willing to work with me, but she referred me to a specialist that was not. Becasue my dd was clearly not on the ASD spectrum, and she wasn't SID in any other way, he was unwilling to listen or help.

Sounds like your nephew's story is the exact opposite of mine. In my case a parent that knew something was wrong but it wasn't wrong enough to get help, in your nephes's case a child with something wrong, but the parents refused to help. I'm sure there are other aspects of your bro and sil's parenting that you don't agree with beyond enabling.

 

[Mouse House Mama]

I'm not saying that there aren't parents that enable.

What I'm saying is that it's each parents business and no one elses. And if someone says that they don't care if they're mean because it's a pet peeve of theirs, explain to me why it's any of their business to be such a pet peeve? Sure, if it's in your family, or a close friend, but seriously, a pet peeve for the entire population?

And my point is that most times the 'best' medical advice you will get is "a child will eat if they are hungry enough." I was absolutely willing to test it. My "medical" professional would not give me parameters. What do I do if she still doesn't eat? How long do I let it go? Do I withhold formula or how much do I give her to ensure she didn't dehydrate yet would still be hungry enough to eat?

I KNEW my dd had a problem. I wasn't exactly thrilled at the prospect of starving my child to prove a point, but that's what the doctor wanted me to do. Without enough information to ensure that she was not harmed. When you have a child with feeding problems you're pretty much on your own. Through an incredible amount of patience (especially wrt know it alls), and practice and discussions with my dd, we worked it out with no help from the medical field.

Note: The was in the days of the infancy of the internet. By the time it was more readily available, my dd was 4, I'd found a new doctor that was willing to work with me, but she referred me to a specialist that was not. Becasue my dd was clearly not on the ASD spectrum, and she wasn't SID in any other way, he was unwilling to listen or help.

Sounds like your nephew's story is the exact opposite of mine. In my case a parent that knew something was wrong but it wasn't wrong enough to get help, in your nephes's case a child with something wrong, but the parents refused to help. I'm sure there are other aspects of your bro and sil's parenting that you don't agree with beyond enabling.

Let's be honest here, do you really think that all of these parents (a general all) that claim their kids will only eat mac and cheese, chicken nuggets and pizza have kids who genuinely have a problem? I know there are plenty of kids that do have eating issues. I also know that there are more than plenty of kids that will only eat nuggets because the parents do not want to say no. Is it my business? No. Is something allowed to annoy me? Yes. It annoys me because most of the time it is a crock. When I said I didn't care if I was mean about it was really me saying that I don't believe most parents when they say their kids simply will not eat anything but processed junk. How would a child even know what a chicken nugget was? It is simply easy food to attain or make. That is why the kid eats it nonstop. Not because they won't eat anything else. You child obviously did have an issue. I am not disputing that there are children with issues. I just don't believe that every kid who only eats junk food has an issue. How come you never see parents on here wondering where they can get steamed veggies and fresh fruit at WDW because their child can't stand junk food? Heck my own kids would love to eat Mcdonalds and pizza everyday! Do I let them? No. Am I saying that other people can't let their kids eat that everyday? No. I just don't agree with it and we all have things that we find annoying (for lack of a better word). I am not making light of your child's problems. I just don't buy into the whole "my child only eats..." inevitably followed up by some junk food.

BTW- I am not perfect and there are things in life that I do find ridiculous. I have yet to meet a person who was never ever annoyed by anything that didn't pertain specifically to them. Everyone has an opinion.

 

[Tinker'n'Fun]

I would pack enough for DD to have a small amount each day. I would buy a very special cup on the first day at Disney. Let DD know it is only for water. Fill it with water. Ask her for a sip or two so she knows that people like water. Just so you know it is very important while in Florida to consume extra water (not juice or pop - they dehydrate you). I am sure once your DD sees you enjoying the water in the really cool disney cup, she will ask for it. I would use the juice you bring for breakfast and a little after dinner. Hope that this suggestion may be able to help you.

 

[nmmom95]

My DS has always been the same way. Welch's white grape is still all he drinks in the morning. We pack it in the checked luggage. I wouldn't want to have to drink something I don't like.

 

[Pamlur]

Since checked luggage is so limited these days, I would either call one of the delivering grocers or ship a box ahead. This is not the time to decide to battle the child's love for her juice; this is supposed to be a happy family fun time.

Grandma here, choose the time and place for your battles. Don't turn something that is supposed to be great into a nightmare. Work on the juice thing later, after you are home with your memories.

 

[marlynnp]

It a month and a half until the trip. I'd start weaning her off the juice now. Pick two times a day (or let her pick) when she can have it. (Then you only have to take/pick-up a smaller amount for the trip.)
Make a big deal about it being training for the trip. Maybe your family could all start a little walking together in the evenings and drinking water from special water bottles or something.

 

[momtoBrandon&Jacob]

Not to be mean but you offered her the JJ. She is a kid. Most kids would rather drink juice/soda/pixie stix than water. Start cutting out the JJ now.

I hate to sound mean (okay not really because this irritates me) but this is not directed at the OP in particular so it is not a personal attack just a pet peeve- but I cannot help but roll my eyes when people say their child will only eat things like chicken nuggets, mac and cheese, soda, fries, juice.
That is not true. That is just because you give them those foods! When those foods aren't a choice on the menu they will eat other things! They are not going to starve themselves!
Sorry but that is a pet peeve of mine. This of course excludes children who has real medical issues like SID etc.
Stepping off my soapbox

ETA- Soda and juice are equally full of sugar. Neither is really that great for you.

I agree. Thankfully my kids do not like soda, and drink very minimal juice - which I usually dilute with water anyway. All the sugar in juices and sodas is so bad for your teeth too. Ugh! My kids are not picky eaters either. They love sushi, caviar, steak, fish, all kinds of pasta, etc.

 

[squirrel]

I know you didn't ask but you should limit her to one a day.

Water is the best thing to drink to quench your thirst.

Young children should have their juice watered down as they always end up drinking more than the recommended amount.

I'm so glad my sister listened to me and gave her children water before juice. They both love it and when they get juice it's a treat.

 

[Mickey'snewestfan]

My DD15 has an allergy, so we needed to order CapriSun so she would be able to drink something other than water for a week. We did Garden Grocer and they were great!! I highly reccomend them, and they are very easy to work with. You can order online so it's very easy to get what you want, they just have to make sure they sell the product and/or it's in stock. HTH!!!

I'm curious, what could your child be allergic to that's in everything but Capri Sun?

 

[shoney]

I have to admit, I only read through a few posts...

First, I would not use vacation time to change behavior...Why make you or your child feel bad?

Second, Just bring the juice in juice boxes wrapped in freezer bags in your luggage and your child will be happy!

To me, vacation time isn't time to change behavior willingly, if the child wants to, then great, if not....

Have a great time!

 

[princessmom29]

Not to be mean but you offered her the JJ. She is a kid. Most kids would rather drink juice/soda/pixie stix than water. Start cutting out the JJ now.

I hate to sound mean (okay not really because this irritates me) but this is not directed at the OP in particular so it is not a personal attack just a pet peeve- but I cannot help but roll my eyes when people say their child will only eat things like chicken nuggets, mac and cheese, soda, fries, juice.
That is not true. That is just because you give them those foods! When those foods aren't a choice on the menu they will eat other things! They are not going to starve themselves!
Sorry but that is a pet peeve of mine. This of course excludes children who has real medical issues like SID etc.
Stepping off my soapbox

ETA- Soda and juice are equally full of sugar. Neither is really that great for you.

Let's be honest here, do you really think that all of these parents (a general all) that claim their kids will only eat mac and cheese, chicken nuggets and pizza have kids who genuinely have a problem? I know there are plenty of kids that do have eating issues. I also know that there are more than plenty of kids that will only eat nuggets because the parents do not want to say no. Is it my business? No. Is something allowed to annoy me? Yes. It annoys me because most of the time it is a crock. When I said I didn't care if I was mean about it was really me saying that I don't believe most parents when they say their kids simply will not eat anything but processed junk. How would a child even know what a chicken nugget was? It is simply easy food to attain or make. That is why the kid eats it nonstop. Not because they won't eat anything else. You child obviously did have an issue. I am not disputing that there are children with issues. I just don't believe that every kid who only eats junk food has an issue. How come you never see parents on here wondering where they can get steamed veggies and fresh fruit at WDW because their child can't stand junk food? Heck my own kids would love to eat Mcdonalds and pizza everyday! Do I let them? No. Am I saying that other people can't let their kids eat that everyday? No. I just don't agree with it and we all have things that we find annoying (for lack of a better word). I am not making light of your child's problems. I just don't buy into the whole "my child only eats..." inevitably followed up by some junk food.

BTW- I am not perfect and there are things in life that I do find ridiculous. I have yet to meet a person who was never ever annoyed by anything that didn't pertain specifically to them. Everyone has an opinion.

I am totally with you on this. I'm sorry if anyone is offended by this, but a kid WILL eat when they are hungry enough. Period. end of story. They are NOT gonig to get dangerously malnourished or dehydrated just out of stubborness. The3 rule in my house is that DD eats what we eat unless I make something really sipcy. In that case i will pull a portion for her before adding chili pepper ect. I am sorry, but i justr can't see cooking twice every night just to give my kid some kind of junk that she doesn't need to be eating anyway.

 

[aidtrismommy]

I agree with Mouse House Mamma. It may not pertain to the original poster, but it is true. Kids only know what is put in front of them. Kids will not starve themselves. It is all about behavior and habits. If your child is thristy enough, they will drink whatever is in front of them.

For original poster: I would order juice from garden grocer or wegoshop. It will be there when you arrive and you won't have to worry about lugging juice around, although you will have to deal with lugging around warm juice throughout the parks because it will get warm at some point.