Child Care

It’s international Autism Awareness day. Here’s some Nutritional info on autism.
I often get asked “what do I feed my child with autism”?! 🫐🥑⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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🥦This is surprisingly such a complex question because there is no one diet or meal plan for every person.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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🥕My approach focuses on the nutrients IN the food, and helps us make sure we are nourishing the body with the nutrients it needs, while having the flexibility in the mix for food sensitivities and food preferences.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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🍉Between these six nutrients: fiber, protein, healthy fats (especially omega-3s), B vitamins, and magnesium – we can support both the gut and the brain.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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🍊Of COURSE there are many other nutrients that are vital for the body, but these are 6 of my favorites! If you have a picky eater who will not eat many foods, I’d definitely recommend working with a feeding therapist and/or dietitian who specializes in picky eating for kids with sensory issues and/or autism. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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👉🏼If you’d like more guidance on which foods contain these nutrients, the benefits of each, the research behind them, and the importance for Autism, check out my membership, the Autism Nutrition Library by clicking on the link in my bio or visiting autismnutritionlibrary.com!
Source @autismdietitian

We need to stop telling mamas to feed their baby’s every three hours, this MINIMUM when all is going well weight wise.
The directive to feed every 3 hours is meant for sleepy or unwell babies who otherwise wouldn’t wake themselves up for a feed.
On average most babies feed every two hours and sometimes every hour. This is normal and doesn’t mean you don’t have enough milk.
Feeding on demand is what is important. Feeding every 3 hours is often not enough for most infants to grow well. Remember, that babies don’t come from a factory. It’s not possible for them to ALL feed every 3 hours.
Feeding every 3 hours should NOT happen if you are having issues with your supply or baby’s weight.
Remember to always feed on demand. Did you ever feel like you didn’t have enough milk coz baby fed more than every three hours?
Tag a mama who needs this.
Remember, your doing great mama
❤️ Mama Muthoni
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