by Jenny Friedman, RD | Oct 21, 2019
I heard this great picky eating tip that totally changes the game. Before I share it, let’s back up a bit. Phrases that Can Reinforce Picky Eating Picky eating can have many causes – a health condition like autism or reflux, belly issues like constipation, and/or...
by Jenny Friedman, RD | Oct 7, 2019
This article shares Halloween treats for picky eaters who might not like candy or want to celebrate Halloween without food. Halloween can become stickier than a trick-or-treater’s hands for a child with autism and sensory issues. The deviation from routine combined...
by Jenny Friedman, RD | Sep 30, 2019
Picky eating gets more complicated as kids grow older but fail to grow out of their selective habits. Older kids who have been picky eaters for years likely have come to accept their identity as a “picky eater.” Often they have come to see themselves as the kid...
by Jenny Friedman, RD | Sep 23, 2019
Thanksgiving — a holiday defined by food — can be extra challenging for picky eaters and extra extra challenging for picky eaters on the autism spectrum. The combination of a deviation from routine and a day filled with unusual foods, smells, and often people can...
by Jenny Friedman, RD | Sep 16, 2019
This article shares parents’ favorite lunches for their picky eaters. The school year is in full swing! Are you already looking for more packed lunch ideas for your autistic child? I asked recently what you pack your picky eater for lunch – here’s what...
