Nourishing Autism

In this episode of the Nourishing Autism Podcast, Brittyn is joined by Rachel Harrington and Jessica Hill, certified occupational therapy assistants (COTAs) at Harkla and hosts of the All Things Sensory Podcast.

They discuss the concept of sensory diets, which are not related to food but rather consist of various sensory activities designed to help children stay regulated. Listen in to hear how these activities can be integrated into daily routines (with specific examples), the importance of proactive sensory strategies, and their impact on mealtime behaviors. Rachel and Jessica emphasize the need for personalized approaches and provide truly practical tips for parents.

Resources for further learning are available on the Harkla website: https://harkla.co/

You can find their podcast, All Things Sensory by Harkla on:

• Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/all-things-sensory-by-harkla/id1404416537
• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4LhIeCdocjGeYokoXW9KHV

Follow Rachel and Jessica on Instagram:

• Harkla: @harkla_family
• All Things Sensory Podcast: @allthingssensorypodcast

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HarklaFamily/videos Webinars: https://harkla.co/pages/webinars Freebies: https://harkla.co/pages/youtube-freebies?_ab=0&key=1707332938766

In this episode of the Nourishing Autism Podcast, join Brittyn as she addresses concerns from parents whose children have increasingly limited diets. She emphasizes the importance of early intervention through feeding therapy and stresses the importance of selecting qualified, certified practitioners through specific therapist finder tools. Listen in to get practical steps for advocating for your child's feeding needs.

Episode Resources:

• SOS Trained Therapist Finder: https://sosapproachtofeeding.com/locate-a-therapist/
• Feeding Matters Pediatric Feeding Specialist Directory: https://www.feedingmatters.org/resources-support/provider-directory/

In this episode of the Nourishing Autism Podcast, Brittyn sits down with Dr. Taylor Day, a licensed psychologist specializing in neurodivergent affirming care for autistic children and their families.

Her passion for child psychology and her focus on autism is tied to her own personal experience growing up with a brother who was diagnosed at 23 months of age.

Dr. Tay and Brittyn discuss the importance of early diagnosis and therapeutic support, with Dr. Tay sharing insights on autism diagnosis for children as young as 14 months old. They touch on PDA (Pervasive Drive for Autonomy) and its impact on children, as well as how you can advocate for your child's needs when talking with pediatricians and other medical professionals. Throughout the episode, Dr. Tay emphasizes the importance of parent advocacy and provides guidance on navigating the diagnostic process.

CLICK HERE to download Dr. Tay's Free PDA Support Guide!

Follow Dr. Tay on:

• Instagram: @the.dr.tay
• TikTok: the.dr.tay

CLICK HERE to listen to Dr. Tay's podcast, Evolve with Dr. Tay!

Learn more on Dr. Tay's website: https://drtaylorday.com/

In this insightful episode of The Nourishing Autism Podcast, Brittyn welcomes Christina Van Ditto, an incredible mom, public speaker, writer, and advocate for neurodiverse families. Christina shares her personal experiences as a mother of two children and her family's journey with ARFID (Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder).

Her daughter Gia was diagnosed with ARFID and is on the autism spectrum. Join Christina and Brittyn as they discuss the complexities of ARFID beyond extreme picky eating, with roots in severe sensory aversions and anxiety around food. You'll learn how to help your child develop a more positive relationship with food through fun, sensory activities.

Christina and Gia host an amazing baking show called "Baking with the Besties", designed to make food exposure enjoyable and non-threatening for Gia.

You can find Christina on:

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/christinavandittoatSAME/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christinavanditto/

Watch Christina and Gia's baking show, Baking with the Besties HERE: https://www.youtube.com/@soulandmindevolution

Register for the FREE Overcome Picky Eating Webinar hosted May 15-16 at https://www.nourishingautism.co/webinar or DM me the word WEBINAR on Instagram @AutismDietitian to sign up today.

In this episode of the Nourishing Autism podcast, Brittyn talks with Julia DeNey, founder of Sense-ational You, a clothing line for neurodivergent children, emphasizing sensory-friendly designs that foster independence and confidence.

They delve into the brand's creation, its mission for inclusivity, and how it addresses common sensory challenges through innovative apparel. This conversation is a must-listen for parents seeking practical solutions to enhance their neurodivergent child's comfort and self-expression, offering insights into adaptive fashion's role in improving daily life for these children.

You can shop Sense-ational You clothing here: https://shopsenseationalyou.com/

Keep up with Julia & Sense-ational You here:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/senseational_you/
• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@senseational_you?lang=en

In this episode of the Nourishing Autism Podcast, Brittyn joins fellow Registered Dietitian and Table Talk Coach, Stephanie Meyers, in a dive deep into the world of mealtime language.

Get ready to learn practical tips to transform your child's mealtime experience and foster a positive relationship with food in this eye-opening episode.

Stephanie is the author of "End the Mealtime Meltdown: Using The Table Talk Method to Free Your Family From Daily Food Struggles and Picky Eating" and founder of Families Eating Well, a nutrition practice helping parents coach healthy eating skills in kids.

You can follow Stephanie here:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tabletalkcoach
• Website: https://familieseatingwell.com/

Don't forget to download her free resources here: https://www.newharbinger.com/9781684039463/end-the-mealtime-meltdown/#nh-book-accessories

Check out her book here: https://www.newharbinger.com/9781684039463/end-the-mealtime-meltdown/

In this episode of the Nourishing Autism Podcast, join Brittyn, The Autism Dietitian, as she delves into the complexities of ARFID (Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder).

She explores the various types of ARFID, symptoms, prevalence rates, and strategies for providing support and treatment, especially for autistic children. This episode shows the importance of tailored care approaches, addressing underlying anxiety and sensory issues, and offers guidance for parents on fostering a positive eating environment and seeking professional support.

• If you're looking for more individualized support, join the Nourishing Autism Collective HERE!
• Find an SOS-trained feeding Therapist HERE!
• Follow Brittyn on Instagram: @AutismDietitian

In this podcast episode, Brittyn talks with Amber Arrington, the founder of Autism Savvy and a mother of six, three of whom are autistic. Amber shares her journey from navigating the autism space with minimal support herself to now supporting parents with newly diagnosed children. Listen in as she discusses the challenges and triumphs of accessing feeding therapy, emphasizes the importance of a multidisciplinary approach for children with sensory needs, and gives practical tips about what to do as you wait for services or referrals for your child.

She is also hosting The Autism Savvy Summit, a FREE event featuring over 20 speakers specializing in autism addressing topics like potty training, feeding, and behavioral techniques for parents waiting for an autism diagnosis or services. I'm so excited to be a speaker at this summit and I hope to see you there!

Mark your calendar! The Autism Savvy Summit is taking place from April 27th to April 29th and you can sign up HERE! You can also DM me the word "SAVVY" on Instagram and I will send you the link to sign up!

You can find Amber at:

• www.AutismSavvy.com
• Instagram: @autismsavvy
• TikTok: @autismsavvy

• You can find Lisa on Instagram linked HERE!
• Check out her website linked HERE for more support & amazing resources!

• Lisa's All About Me Worksheet: https://www.lisabaskinwright.com/all-about-me-worksheet
• Lisa's Neurodiversity Affirming Resource Guide: https://www.lisabaskinwright.com/free-neurodiversity-affirming-resource-list
• Book a Consultation with Lisa here: https://www.lisabaskinwright.com/one-hour-ask-me-anything-consult
• Lisa's Group Coaching Community: https://www.lisabaskinwright.com/iepcommunity
• Lisa's Courses: https://www.lisabaskinwright.com/8bb0c508-16db-44a6-835f-0f4707315ab6 and https://www.lisabaskinwright.com/supporting-pda-learners-centering-connection-autonomy-and-equality-in-the-iep-process