A Parent's Guide to Autism and Sensory Eating (S6E53)

Published: Dec. 8, 2023, 9 a.m.

b"Sensory eating is something so many autism families struggle with daily, mine included. My guest this week is Brittyn Coleman, aka The Autism Dietitian. Brittyn is one of only a handful of dietitians across the country specializing in autistic kids. She\\u2019s here to help us better understand what sensory eating is and how it differs from picky eating. We also talk about how we can help ensure proper nutrition in our kids, and expand their menus in creative ways.\\nAbout Brittyn Coleman:\\nBrittyn grew up with an autistic brother. She majored in Nutritional Sciences and became a board-certified Registered Dietitian and went on to obtain her Master of Science in Nutritional Sciences and specialize in autism spectrum disorders. Her master\\u2019s thesis was a study connecting food aversions and nutrient intake in kids with ASD. Before starting her private practice, she worked in interdisciplinary clinics and centers for kids with a wide variety of developmental disabilities, but her heart always stayed with ASD.\\nEDUCATION\\n\\nMaster of Science (MS) in Nutritional Sciences; University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center\\n\\nBachelor of Science (BS) in Nutritional Sciences; University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center\\n\\nLeadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and related disabilities (LEND) Fellow\\n\\nCREDENTIALS\\n\\nRegistered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) by the Commission on Dietetic Registration\\n\\nCertified LEAP Therapist (CLT) by Oxford Biomedical Technologies\\n\\nLicensed Dietitian (LD)\\n\\n\\nConnect with Brittyn Coleman\\nInstagram\\nFacebook\\nWebsite\\nAbout Rob Gorski and The Autism Dad podcast:\\nRob Gorski is a single Dad to three amazing autistic boys and the Founder and CEO of The Autism Dad, LLC. Multiple award-winning blogger, podcaster, content creator, social media influencer, and respected public figure for well over a decade.\\nConnect with Rob Gorski: https://listen.theautismdad.com.\\n\\nToday\\u2019s Sponsors:\\nAceing Autism\\nACEing Autism provides tennis programs for children on the autism spectrum aged 5 to 18, focusing on growth, social skills, and physical fitness. Tailored to individual needs with one-on-one volunteer support, the program includes weekend sessions and offers scholarships for accessibility. It aims to build confidence and social connections, with extended support available beyond age 18. More information can be found at aceingautism.org.\\nHibi Health\\nHibi is an app designed to help families manage the care of children with additional needs. It integrates health, education, and social care information in one platform, offering tools for personalized care management and collaborative sharing with family, friends, and professionals. Developed through extensive family collaboration, Hibi aims to reduce the overwhelm and isolation of caregiving. It's free to download and try out on Android and iOS, with more information available at hibi.health.\\n\\nGoally:\\nGoally is a comprehensive app, serving as a digital scheduler, AAC speaker, and token board system. Designed for unique thinkers like autistic and ADHD kids, it helps them master daily routines and therapy without parental reminders, reducing nagging and promoting self-management. Goally can be used on your child's device or an affordable, dedicated device, which we've found more effective in our home.\\nFor more information, you can visit getgoally.com and use the code \\u201ctheautismdad\\u201d to save 10% off your order.\\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices"