• Atypical Eating Behaviours / Help, my child only eats pasta

  • Jan 4 2025
  • Length: 1 hr and 6 mins
  • Podcast

Atypical Eating Behaviours / Help, my child only eats pasta

  • Summary

  • In this episode of the Autism Sparks podcast, host Charlotte Smeet discusses the challenges of sensory issues related to food in autistic children with guests Gail and Jenny.

    They share personal stories about their children's eating habits, the impact of diagnosis on food preferences, and strategies for supporting restrictive diets. The conversation emphasises the importance of understanding sensory processing, adapting meals, and creating a positive relationship with food.

    The guests offer practical advice for parents navigating these challenges, highlighting the need for patience, creativity, and community support.


    Chapters:

    0:00 Introduction to Sensory Issues in Autism

    1:25 Personal Stories of Food Preferences

    8:27 Understanding Restrictive Diets

    12:42 Navigating Guilt and Understanding

    20:47 Adapting Meals and Food Waste

    25:49 Transitioning Dietary Understanding

    30:33 Health Implications and Family Dynamics

    33:39 Sensory Processing and Food Choices

    38:21 Navigating Food Preferences

    42:07 Adapting to University Life and Food Independence

    51:27 Parental Guidance in Food Choices

    53:00 Understanding Uniformity in Food Choices

    56:56 Advice for Parents of Children with Restrictive Diets




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