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Sleep Tips for Your Child with Autism or ADHD
Autism Speaks reports that “over half of children with autism – and possibly as many as four in five – have one or more chronic sleep problems”. Losing sleep not only impacts mood and behavior but also causes adverse effects on their social interaction, academic achievement, and well-being of the care-givers. Learn some tips to help your child sleep at night without the need of medications.
Natural Miralax or Laxative Alternatives
Are you looking for a natural approach to your child’s chronic constipation? Here I explain the options for natural treatments, biomedical testing, and lifestyle changes that can make a lasting impact on your child’s gut AND help us find the underlying problem, not just treat the symptoms.
5 Helpful Supplements for Autism Spectrum Disorder
Is your child getting the proper nutrients from their diet? Read about supplements that are helpful for autism spectrum disorder.
5 Tips to Get Your Child to Take Supplements
For selective eaters, nutrition supplements can be vital for proper nutrition and development! However, many children that are selective eaters have a difficult time taking supplements. Learn 5 easy tips to help your child start taking nutrition supplements!
10 Steps to Building a Diet for Autism
It’s important to remember that like fingerprints, every individual with autism is completely different. What might work for one child on the autism spectrum may not work for another. Follow these 10 steps to help build your child’s individualized diet!
The Difference Between Picky Eating & Problem Feeding
Children with autism are commonly referred to as a “picky eaters” when, in fact, they are “problem feeders”. It’s important to know the difference!
How Can a Dietitian Help with Autism?
Find out how a dietitian can play a role in individualizing your child’s diet based on their food sensitivities, genetic makeup, nutrient deficiencies, and gut microbiome!