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Oct 1
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5 Autism Fussy Eating Tips You NEED to K...

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Does your autistic child struggle with fussy eating or food sensitivities? You’re not alone. Many autistic kids — and even autistic adults — find mealtimes challenging due to sensory sensitivities, routine preferences, and anxiety around new foods.

In this episode of The Aspie World Podcast, I’m sharing 5 practical, autism-friendly tips to help you reduce mealtime stress, support healthy eating habits, and make food a more positive experience for everyone involved.

These strategies are based on real-life experiences and designed to work with your autistic brain, not against it.

  • Why fussy eating is so common in autistic kids and adults

  • How sensory sensitivities affect taste, texture, and smell preferences

  • 5 simple, science-backed strategies to reduce mealtime stress

  • How to introduce new foods safely and gently

  • Tips to create autism-friendly mealtime routines that actually work

These tips aren’t about “forcing” change — they’re about understanding autistic needs and creating a calmer, happier eating experience.

  • Parents of autistic children struggling with fussy eating

  • Autistic adults wanting to better manage food sensitivities

  • Teachers, carers, and professionals supporting autistic individuals

  • Anyone curious about the link between autism, sensory issues, and eating habits

If mealtimes have been a daily battle, this episode will give you practical, autism-friendly strategies you can start using today.

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With the right understanding and strategies, mealtimes don’t have to be stressful — they can become calmer and more enjoyable. 💙

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