In this episode of the Nourishing Autism Podcast, Brittyn discusses the importance of understanding sensory needs in expanding an autistic child's diet. Many popular approaches are often unsuccessful and in fact, usually backfire. So today she covers one of the MOST important topics when it comes to expanding your child's diet, Sensory Profiling. Brittyn is also offering a FREE five-day workshop to help you analyze your child's sensory preferences around food. This workshop will guide you in ide...
Mar 13, 2024•13 min•Season 2Ep. 5
In this episode of the Nourishing Autism podcast, Brittyn has an engaging conversation with author and mother, Carrie Cariello, who shares her family’s journey with her autistic son, Jack. Carrie discusses the challenges and strategies in navigating Jack's picky eating habits, the transition to independence as Jack becomes an adult, and the process of untethering to allow Jack to grow into his own person. She touches on the financial difficulties of accessing suitable programs for autistic adult...
Mar 06, 2024•42 min•Season 2Ep. 4
In today's episode, Brittyn covers why running nutritional labs could be a great tool to uncover more about your child's health to help them feel their best and detect any underlying nutritional deficiencies, gut imbalances, or food sensitivities. She also touches on which labs your pediatrician could order versus which you may need to order separately. Brittyn is also hosting a Labs Workshop inside of her membership, the Nourishing Autism Collective on March 14! You can join and RSVP at https:/...
Feb 28, 2024•17 min•Season 2Ep. 46
In this episode, we welcome Rob Gorski, Founder of the Autism Dad, who shares his experiences of raising three autistic children. Rob offers an unfiltered view into the challenges and victories encountered in autism parenting that offers parents with a sense of solidarity and practical insights. His stories resonate deeply with those on a similar journey, making this a crucial listen for parents seeking understanding and guidance. Rob dives into the nuances of managing daily life with autistic c...
Feb 21, 2024•29 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Grab your FREE guide here: 6 Things to Know About Nutrition After an Autism Diagnosis In this highly anticipated second season of the Nourishing Autism Podcast, Brittyn dives deep into the essential role of nutrition for autism. Brittyn explores the intricate link between nutrition and autism, emphasizing the significant impact diet has on gut health and, consequently, on neurological function. The discussion sheds light on common challenges like limited diets and sensory processing disorders, p...
Feb 14, 2024•18 min•Season 2Ep. 1
In this episode, Brittyn discusses the common issue of children on the autism spectrum not recognizing their hunger and fullness cues. She introduces the concept of interoception, which is the ability to recognize what's happening in the body, and how many children with autism struggle with this. Brittyn provideds practical strategies for parents, including ensuring meals contain filling nutrients like protein and fat and establishing a consistent eating schedule to help children maintain stable...
Nov 09, 2023•12 min•Season 1Ep. 43
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 recomm...
Oct 12, 2023•16 min•Ep. 42
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! IN THIS EPISODE Brittyn gets ready for maternity leave but shares all of the resources you can still access NOW! The top resource for getting started ...
Oct 14, 2022•12 min•Season 1Ep. 41
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. IN THIS EPISODE ...
Oct 07, 2022•25 min•Season 1Ep. 40
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 ...
Jun 10, 2022•34 min•Season 1Ep. 39
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! IN THIS EPISODE How GI issues and be...
Jun 03, 2022•9 min•Season 1Ep. 38
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! IN THIS EPISODE Brittyn and her husband are expecting their newest addition in the Fall Courses are coming soon from the Autism Dietitian More exciting life updates! LINKS Join the Autism Nutrition Library Follow @AutismDietitian on Instagram...
May 26, 2022•3 min•Season 1Ep. 37
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. IN THIS EPISODE Resources to help you expand your child’s diet and creating an eating environmen...
May 20, 2022•25 min•Season 1Ep. 36
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...
May 13, 2022•27 min•Season 1Ep. 35
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 a...
May 06, 2022•23 min•Season 1Ep. 34
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, Ca...
Apr 29, 2022•19 min•Season 1Ep. 33
On this weeks episode Brittyn welcomes Kelsea Newman, a pediatric occupational therapist and sensory specialist who empowers children by strengthening their senses and nervous system to help with attention, anxiety, hyperactivity, impulsivity, and emotional regulation. She is passionate about our sensory system and how it connects to our nervous system, which impacts every single little thing we do, how we move, how we feel, how we digest our food, how we communicate, how we learn, and how we co...
Apr 22, 2022•23 min•Season 1Ep. 32
On this episode, Brittyn welcomes special guest Dr. Nidhi Taneja, a pediatric board-certified dentist with a mission to eliminate dental fear and anxiety for every child. She is an advocate for prevention-focused, minimally invasive procedures to shift the paradigm from the traditional drill and fill model of dentistry to a functional and integrative approach to oral health. She believes that early intervention, regular visits, and home consistency are the biggest proponents of a child’s positiv...
Apr 15, 2022•22 min•Season 1Ep. 31
This week on the podcast Brittyn welcomes a special guest, Jamie Lin Brown! Jamie is an advocate for not only her child who is on the spectrum, Phoenix, but also educates others. She has also built a close community of followers where she provides other parents with tools, resources, mentorship, and inspiration about being more intentional with their children on the spectrum! IN THIS EPISODE How diet changes played a vital role in her son’s behavioral patterns Getting your child involved in the ...
Apr 08, 2022•20 min•Season 1Ep. 30
Do you try offering new foods to your child, only to become frustrated each time because they only end up refusing it? Many parents who have come to me have been working on picky eating and expanding their diet without any kind of success, and it turns out that they were just not using the right approaches for their child on the spectrum. The appropriate method can help your child grow confident with food, and grow trust with food and with you! IN THIS EPISODE What is the rule of 10 for introduc...
Apr 01, 2022•10 min•Season 1Ep. 29
Have you ever thought about how important posture could be in regards to your child’s eating habits? Children with autism are more likely to have low muscle tone making it all the more difficult to have a comfortable seat at the table. A secure seating position is so important for both core and head support and can be a really important factor to ensure your child is able to eat new foods with harder and different textures! IN THIS EPISODE How poor posture could be affecting your child’s eating ...
Mar 25, 2022•11 min•Season 1Ep. 28
Brittyn’s guest, Rachel Madel, a Speech Language Pathologist working in the autism community, discusses how to help children on the spectrum better express themselves by using technology. IN THIS EPISODE What is augmentative alternative communication (AAC)? Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) vs. AAC. Using AAC to help with picky eating. LINKS Join the Autism Nutrition Library Follow @AutismDietitian on Instagram https://www.rachelmadel.com/ https://www.instagram.com/rachelmadelslp /...
Mar 18, 2022•26 min•Season 1Ep. 27
Join Brittyn as she interviews Quiara Smith, a pediatric pelvic health occupational therapist. Learn about how a pelvic health occupational therapist can help a child with toileting challenges. During this episode Quiara and Brittyn discuss the connection between the pelvic floor and issues such as urinary incontinence, constipation, and picky eating. IN THIS EPISODE Learn what conditions a pelvic floor therapist treats. Understand how the pelvic floor impacts the toileting patterns of children ...
Mar 11, 2022•22 min•Season 1Ep. 26
Join Brittyn as she talks with Dr. Marielly Mitchell, a pediatric occupational therapist and oral facial myofunctional therapist. Dr. Mitchell works with children on their sensory processing to optimize breathing and sleeping, which also translates into picky eating. IN THIS EPISODE What is an oral facial myofunctional therapist and what do they help with? How the anatomy and function of the mouth can impact sleep, sensory regulation, and nutrition. What is mouth breathing and how can it affect ...
Mar 04, 2022•33 min•Season 1Ep. 25
In this episode, Brittyn talks about using Epsom salt baths for children with Autism. Learn more about why Epsom salt baths may be beneficial and how you can incorporate Epsom salt baths into your child’s routine. IN THIS EPISODE What are Epsom salt baths. Why Epsom salt baths may be beneficial for children with Autism. How to introduce Epsom salt baths in your child’s routine. LINKS Join the Autism Nutrition Library Follow @AutismDietitian on Instagram...
Feb 25, 2022•7 min•Season 1Ep. 24
In this episode Brittyn speaks with one of her past clients, Brittany, who opens up about her nutrition journey for her son Shepard. Brittany is a physician herself and dug into the research on nutrition for autism and shares her experience working with Brittyn. IN THIS EPISODE Brittany, a former client, shares how she navigated her son’s Autism diagnosis. Nutrition interventions that had a positive impact on Brittany’s son, Shepard. Brittany shares her advice on how to approach treatment option...
Feb 18, 2022•21 min•Season 1Ep. 23
Join Brittyn as she interviews Molly Johnson, the Autism Consultant . Molly is a special education teacher by training and through that, she saw a need in the autism community and she filled it. So she supports parents to implement strategies to help their child's challenging behavior and skill development. IN THIS EPISODE Learn about Molly Johnson’s journey to become the Autism Consultant How visual supports can help with communication and decreasing behaviors & meltdowns The importance of ...
Feb 11, 2022•22 min•Season 1Ep. 22
Valentine’s Day is full of celebration and traditions, but this can also be a time of high stress for you and your child with autism. They often have more exposure to new foods or foods that they may be allergic or sensitive to, and it can also be really overstimulating! This is a great time to explore new food options, and if your child is comfortable, new social opportunities! IN THIS EPISODE Preparing your child for new interactions through some social stories Talking to teachers and your chi...
Feb 04, 2022•9 min•Season 1Ep. 21
Do you suspect that your child’s limited diet is leaving them lacking in specific nutrients? Nutrient deficiencies are extremely common in children and adults with autism, but that does not mean that this statement is a one size fits all approach. Join Brittyn as she digs deeper into the top 3 reasons your child could be suffering from a nutrient deficiency and how to fix them! IN THIS EPISODE How the MTHFR gene could be affecting your child’s ability to absorb nutrients Why gut health impacts d...
Jan 28, 2022•12 min•Season 1Ep. 20
Did you know that children with autism are more likely to experience constipation due to lack of fiber, dehydration, low muscle tone, food sensitivities, and other underlying GI issues like yeast and dysbiosis? This may leave you wondering what exactly you can do to help, but let me reassure you that this does not have to be a chronic condition for your child! Listen along as Brittyn discusses getting to the root of the constipation loop and how to break it. IN THIS EPISODE How encopresis can be...
Jan 21, 2022•8 min•Season 1Ep. 19
