oh wow, that's awesome advice. thanks a million! i mixed her up some plain cooked oatmeal and cooked chicken breast for her before bed, so that it stays with her hopefully all night as oatmeal is very heavy. i also mixed her up some potatoes and chicken and corn, and am giving her about a teaspoon of nutrical per day. i hope what i'm doing will help her out, all your advice has been great. thanks a tonne guys!