When a previously safe food suddenly becomes an ick and loses its safety, it can be really challenging trying to find a new safe food.

Here are some tips to help you navigate this transition and explore new safe options.

Firstly I want to say that Intuitive eating can be an incredibly helpful tool for many people. However, if you are going to use Intuitive eating with neurodivergent individuals, it must be modified, or it will likely cause harm.

Navigating the holiday season can be challenging for many neurodivergent individuals due to sensory overload, changes in routine, and social expectations that come with gatherings and celebrations.

Have you been at a gathering lately where a family member has made a well-meaning comment about your child’s food and it’s rubbed you the wrong way and left you and your child feeling uncomfortable, angry, misunderstood, frustrated or even traumatised?

I’ve come up with a few strategies to help you handle these uncomfortable situations and better support both you and your child.

Do friends or family weigh in on you or your child’s eating habits? This can be really tough to navigate and can cause a lot of anxiety and shame around mealtimes. I've come up with a couple of scripts to help you navigate this time. I hope they are helpful.