Nourishing Autism

The Nourishing Autism Podcast is BACK! It feels soooo good to be back after taking a "quick" break after becoming a mom last November!

If you have ever had the urge to sneak a food or supplement into one of your child's foods, you are not alone! Unfortunately, this approach often backfires as it can cause kids to lose trust in you and in food, which in turn can make selective eating even more difficult. We talked about the pros & cons, what to do if you're currently doing this, and my recommended approach instead.

I also hinted at an exciting launch coming soon 👀 - DM me the word WAITLIST on IG and I'll send you the link to sign up!!

• Why it's a good idea to proceed with caution when deciding if you're going to sneak supplements and food into a child's diet

• The importance of trust in food and the caregiver in picky eating success

• What the syringe method is and why you should consider it

• How to download my free 10-page Getting Started Guide and join the waitlist for my upcoming launch!

• Join the waitlist for the Nourishing Autism Collective

• Oral feeding syringe by Haakaa on Amazon

• View my Instagram post on the Syringe Method

• Follow @AutismDietitian on Instagram

Brittyn gets ready to head out on maternity leave but is sharing her top resources for getting started with nutrition for autism to prevent overwhelm and take one step at a time. If you're trying to break down diet, picky eating, nutrition supplements, and lifestyle changes and don't know where to get started - she has the recommendations for you!

• Brittyn gets ready for maternity leave but shares all of the resources you can still access NOW!

• The top resource for getting started with nutrition for autism and a special discount code

• A loving reminder that you don't have to be perfect!

• Join the Autism Nutrition Library

• Get on the waitlist for my online courses

• Follow @AutismDietitian on Instagram

In today's episode, Brittyn interviews Melanie Potock, CCC-SLP to discuss how to support children and families as part of an interdisciplinary care feeding team for children on the autism spectrum. Kids with ASD are more likely to be picky eaters and are less likely to emerge out of the "picky eating stage" as young children. Together we explore the most common reasons why children on the spectrum are picky eaters and why the "Starve It Out" Method can cause more harm than good.

• The importance of having a cohesive, interdisciplinary care team for children with feeding difficulties

• Identifying the most important members in a care team: the child and the parent.

• The issues with the term "picky eating" and how this presents challenges around getting support with feeding issues

• Why children on the autism spectrum are less likely to emerge out of the "picky eating stage" as young children.

• Why the "Starve It Out Method" may not be worth the risk for children on the autism spectrum

• What are the three blocks of the "Stacking Model" that impact picky eating for children and why they may be experiencing feeding difficulties

• The impact of Sensory Processing Disorder in picky eating and how this can affect hunger cues and food preferences

• The importance of considering the whole child instead of just the growth chart

• Follow Melanie on Instagram at @mymunchbug_melaniepotock

• Check out Melanie's website and free resources at https://mymunchbug.com/

• Join the Autism Nutrition Library

• Follow @AutismDietitian on Instagram

On this week's episode, Brittyn welcomes her colleague Elisa Rocks. Elisa is a registered dietitian and an autism nutrition specialist. She helps kids with autism feel well so they can lead healthier, happier lives. She offers comprehensive one-on-one support that focuses on repairing the gut, resolving food, sensitivities, replenishing, nutrients, and rebuilding a positive relationship with food for picky eaters.

Elisa is also a writer for the Autism Nutrition Library. She lives in upstate New York with her husband Matt, their two children, and two Australian shepherds!

• What is food sensitivity testing, if it's accurate, and what is recommended

• Differences between food allergies, sensitivities, and intolerances

• Why you should consider testing your child

• Join the Autism Nutrition Library

• Follow @AutismDietitian on Instagram

• Learn more about Elisa Rocks RDN

On today's episode, Brittyn is discussing Miralax and constipation, which is a really common topic in autism. Constipation is one of the most common gastrointestinal issues in children on the autism spectrum, and studies show that GI issues are directly linked to increased problem behaviors and anxiety!

It's really important that you make sure your kids are having healthy bowel movements and not only for behaviors but there are many other nutritional reasons!

• How GI issues and behavior problems are related

• Why constipation can lead to nutritional deficiencies

• Managing constipation from the inside out

• Join the Autism Nutrition Library

• Follow @AutismDietitian on Instagram

Today's episode is a little different than many of the other episodes. Join Brittyn as she announces some exciting personal news, and also what you can expect from autism dietitian and the nourishing autism podcasts for the rest of the year!

• Brittyn and her husband are expecting their newest addition in the Fall

• Courses are coming soon from the Autism Dietitian

• More exciting life updates!

• Join the Autism Nutrition Library

• Follow @AutismDietitian on Instagram

On today's episode, Brittyn welcomes Danielle Zold, the Picky Eating Dietitian and a personal friend on the podcast. She is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and a Certified Lactation Counselor with a focus on pediatric nutrition and a passion for helping kids eat.

She helps parents support their children to grow to their best potential and create healthy relationships with food one bite at a time.

• Resources to help you expand your child's diet and creating an eating environment that is welcoming and encouraging for your little one

• Why picky eating is less about the taste of the foods that your child is eating and more about the other senses they are experiencing

• How developmental disorders such as autism and other neurodevelopment disorders are connected to picky eating

• Join the Autism Nutrition Library

• Follow @AutismDietitian on Instagram

• Follow @PickyEatingDietitian on Instagram

• Follow Picky Eating Dietitian on Facebook

• Learn more about Picky Eating Dietitian

• Learn more about Feeding Matters

Today on the podcast Brittyn welcomes Dr. Josh Wilson, a board-certified chiropractor located in Edmond, Oklahoma at his practice, Optimal Family Chiropractic. He has a particular emphasis on pediatric and prenatal chiropractic care.

They connected in 2017 with a mutual client and have shared many clients since and in the episode today they discussed chiropractic for kids on the autism spectrum and the potential benefits associated with it such as the nervous system, healthy bowel movements, and many more.

• How chiropractic care can change the life of even the smallest of babies to adults

• Ways to help your child with autism feel comfortable at the chiropractor

• Different chiropractic approaches and what you can expect when you go to visit the chiropractor

• Join the Autism Nutrition Library

• Follow @AutismDietitian on Instagram

• Follow @OptimalFamilyChiropractic on Instagram

• Learn more about Optimal Family Chiropractic

On this week's episode, Brittyn welcomes Becca King and she is @ADHD.Nutritionist on Instagram. Becca is a registered dietitian from Charlotte, North Carolina, and as an adult with ADHD who struggled for years with disordered eating, Becca is passionate about helping other adults with ADHD who struggle with binge-eating, chronic dieting, and body image issues.

She helps her clients find food freedom and improve their self-esteem. She uses the principles of intuitive eating and weight inclusive approach to nutrition for ADHD in her virtual practice.

• What is intuitive eating and how can you helpfully incorporate it into your child's eating patterns

• How to approach intuitive eating when you have a picky eater

• Common misconceptions about intuitive eating and ADHD

• Join the Autism Nutrition Library

• Follow @AutismDietitian on Instagram

• Follow @ADHD.Nutritionist on Instagram

On today's episode, Brittyn welcomes Glen Collins and he is the creator of Autside, a company that has created a product line of traditional outdoor games that help the whole family come together for outdoor time, which encourages self-discovery, communication, self-confidence friendships and independence for everyone.

A portion of every Autside sale goes to nonprofits dedicated to supporting autistic individuals and their families! He and his wife, Alice are proud parents with two twin boys, Cam and Field. And in 2014, their son Cam was diagnosed with autism and this event reshape their lives forever but has also been an incredibly rewarding journey for their family.

• Teaching confidence and socialization through games

• How his passion for family and getting his children involved started Outside

• Creating autism community and awareness through brand identity and lifestyle

• Join the Autism Nutrition Library

• Follow @AutismDietitian on Instagram

• Follow @GetAutside on Instagram

• Follow @GetAutside on Facebook

• Learn more about Get Autside