Beyond Fussy Eating Webinar
Supporting parents to navigate mealtimes for Neurodivergent children.
13 March 2024 @11am
Evidence Based
All of the nutrition information is based on the latest high quality nutrition and food behaviour research
Practical
Get simple and easy to understand tips that you can put into practice in your home.
Compassionate
Being a parent isn't always easy. No one is perfect and there is no such thing as a perfect diet. We understand that we can only do the best we can when the right supports are ther to help.
What's covered?
We will be discussing:
- The Spiral of extreme fussy eating
- Is it Fussy eating / neurodivergenct behaviours or ARFID
- Child growth
- The feeding environment
- Appetite Regulation
- Pressure to eat
- Nutrition checklist
- Supplements
- Self compassion for parents
Anne Hessman
I'm a mum to a wonderful autistic boy. Through my experience as a special education teacher, a parent and a life coach, I am absolutely passionate about supporting and equipping parents with useful tools and strategies to navigate the world of neurodiversity.
Sonja Lynch
As a Dietitian and mother, I guide parents through a sensory-aware nutrition method designed specifically for neurodivergent children. With my specialised strategies, you'll be able to help your child diversify their diet, enjoy comfortable digestion, boost their nutrient intake, sharpen their focus, and achieve a great sense of well-being!
How can we help you?
Are you feeling pretty stressed about improving your childs's diet? If you've ever found yourself lost in a sea of Google searches trying to nail down the best food choices for your child, only to end up more perplexed, you're not alone. It's tough when the usual tips for dealing with picky eaters don't seem to apply to your situation. Plus, with your day already jam-packed with school runs, therapy appointments, and daily life, the last thing you need is to be whipping up individual meals for each family member.
Mealtimes can be tough, often ending in tears and frustration for everyone involved. It doesn't help when your child grazes throughout the day and never seems to be hungry enough at mealtime to try new foods. And there's that lingering worry that their diet might be aggravating certain issues, like concentration, behavior, and excessive energy levels.
Feeling like you're in this alone is hard, especially when it feels like no one gets the unique challenges of feeding a neurodivergent child. At the end of the day, all you really want is for your child to get the necessary nutrients to feel their best and thrive at school and in their therapy sessions.
You don't need to stress about completely changing your child's diet or sticking to super strict rules to support their nutrition. Remember, you're not in this by yourself!
The way your child eats can definitely influence their behaviour, attention, and emotional state. Think about it, if they're not properly nourished and feeling great, it's tough for them to give their all at school or in therapy sessions.
The great part is, even minor adjustments to their diet can lead to significant improvements. We're here and ready to guide you through creating a manageable and healthy routine for your family that naturally blends enhanced nutrition and well-being, all without overwhelming you.