by Jenny Friedman, RD | Dec 31, 2018
This article shares a large list of mix and match autism lunch ideas for picky eaters. Always looking for new lunch ideas? You’re not alone. Autism lunch ideas can be challenging because so much goes into eating for kids with autism. You want to make sure you...
by Jenny Friedman, RD | Dec 27, 2018
One of my favorite activities for encouraging good eating habits for kids is to include them in food shopping. Studies show that when kids are involved in the process of purchasing and preparing foods, they are more likely to actually eat them. However, getting kids...
by Jenny Friedman, RD | Dec 17, 2018
My husband has assumed the role of plant waterer in our home. Which means that just when the plants begin to look really droopy and sad he carries them all over to the kitchen sink for a group watering. He calls me over afterward amazed absolutely every time –...
by Jenny Friedman, RD | Dec 13, 2018
For a lot of kiddos who I work with the decision to eat or not to eat a food is often just as much about the food’s appearance and texture as it is about its taste. That means that the way a food is cut or cooked can make or break the decision to eat for a child with...
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by Jenny Friedman, RD | Dec 10, 2018
I’ve been doing this for a little while now and one thing is clear: while no two children with autism face the same eating challenges, almost every autism parent wants to know: how can I help my picky eater with autism? Most parents will tell you that they’ve...
