Finally, a referral for an evaluation!
We've been struggling with my 7 year old's food intake since we moved to solids and off the baby food pouches. My son lives off PB&J, goldfish, and carnation instant breakfast. He gets amped up when we try to push foods and has been completely disinterested when we try bribing. He hasn't been underweight so I think thats why most doctor visits have been unproductive when I express my concerns. Finally, a random inquiry when in with pediatrician for an earache produced results. We finally have a legit referral for an ARFID evaluation at John's Hopkins Childrens outpatient clinic. I know we have a long way to go but this small victory feels so validating that I felt the need to share.
To anyone else struggling to be taken seriously as a parent: keep bringing it up and dont pidgeon-hole yourself into the same pediatrician if youre not getting what you need. If they offer a different doctor, try them out. They may be the one to finally write that referral.