The Autism Little Learners Podcast

#65 - Picky Eating & Autism: Gentle Approaches With The Autism Dietitian, Brittyn Coleman


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Does your autistic child or student have a very limited diet?  Maybe they eat 3 or 4 foods and that’s it?  Join me today as I talk to Brittyn Coleman, the Autism Dietitian all about selective eaters and how we can best support them at home and in the school setting.  You are going to love hearing what led Brittyn on this path to helping parents of neurodivergent children when it comes to nutrition. 

Topics Discussed:

Picky eaters vs selective eaters language

What does the term “safe foods” mean

Why you should say “just take a bite”

What is ARFID?

Tips to help selective eaters at home and school

Brittyn Coleman, MS, RDN/LD, is a distinguished Registered Dietitian and Autism Nutrition Expert, known for her innovative, sensory-friendly feeding approach to nutrition for children on the autism spectrum. As the founder of the Nourishing Autism Collective, and as an autism sibling herself, Brittyn brings both professional expertise and personal understanding to her work. She empowers families with her expert guidance, helping children receive essential nutrients for optimal health and development. Her strategies are tailored to the unique dietary needs and sensory preferences of each child.

Brittyn's influence extends beyond her membership site through her active social media presence and her popular podcast, 'Nourishing Autism'. Her educational content on Instagram, YouTube, and other platforms has established her as a leading voice in autism nutrition, providing valuable resources, practical advice, and a supportive community for parents and professionals. 

Links:

IG: @autismdietitian

FB: Autism Dietitian

Website: Autism Dietitian

Tik Tok: Autism Dietitian

Nourishing Autism Podcast

Nourishing Autism Collective (Membership)

FREE Food Sensory Profile Workbook

Other Links You May Be Interested In:

  • Autism Little Learners on Instagram

  • Autism Little Learners on Facebook

You can also join my free Visual Supports Facebook Group to “hang out” with like-minded educators and parents who want to take action and implement visuals at home or at school.

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