Our Expertise in Autism Nutrition
We understand the unique relationship between autism and food. Our pediatric dietitians use a supportive, individualized approach to make mealtimes more nourishing and less stressful.
Understanding Sensory Needs
Many children with autism experience sensitivities to textures, smells, and tastes. We tailor strategies that honor your child’s sensory profile while supporting variety and nutrition.
Extreme Picky Eating
Limited food choices can make balanced nutrition difficult. We help families gradually expand accepted foods using respectful, evidence-based methods that work for neurodivergent kids.
Identifying Nutrient Gaps
We assess your child’s current intake to uncover common deficiencies like iron, zinc, fiber, and omega-3s—and create a realistic plan to improve their intake.
Mealtime Structure & Routine
Consistency can be calming. We help build mealtime routines that reduce anxiety, improve intake, and foster a positive relationship with food.
Managing Food Jags
We support families through food jags—when a child eats only one food repeatedly—by offering practical tools to reintroduce variety at your child’s pace.
What to Expect from Our Autism Nutrition Consultations
We offer simple, personalized support to help your child feel more at ease with food and improve their overall nutrition. Here’s how we can help:
- Review your child’s eating habits and sensory preferences
- Identify and address potential nutrient gaps
- Build strategies for managing extreme picky eating and food refusal
- Create calm, consistent mealtime routines that work for your family
- Provide practical tips for introducing new foods over time
- Support you with ongoing coaching and reassurance
Autism Nutritionist & Dietitian Expert
Our team of registered pediatric dietitians understands the unique challenges families face when feeding a child on the autism spectrum. Whether you’re concerned about nutrient gaps, limited food variety, or mealtime stress, we’re here to offer guidance that fits your child’s needs and your family’s reality.
Benefits of working with us:
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Personalized Nutrition Plans for Children with Autism
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Support for Sensory-Based Feeding Difficulties
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Strategies for Extreme Picky Eating and Food Jags
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Guidance for Nutrient Deficiencies and Supplement Use
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Practical Tools to Reduce Mealtime Stress
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Collaboration with Therapists & Other Care Providers
Initial Prices
Initial Assessment (1 h)
$120-150
- $150 for a 1-hour session (no package)
- Discounted to as low as $120 (with package)
- Goal and expectation-setting
- Review of medical history
- Intake Analysis & Creating a Strategy
- Tips & recommendations
- Answering any questions
- Personalized nutrition plan
Initial Assessment + Meal Plan (2 hrs)
$240-300
- $300 for a 2-hour session (no package)
- Discounted to as low as $240 (with package)
- Goal and expectation-setting
- Review of medical history
- Intake Analysis & Creating a Strategy
- Tips & recommendations
- Answering any questions
- Personalized nutrition plan
Packages (2 hrs+)
$240+
- Customizable and flexible packages
- A package can be determined during the initial assessment
- Hours and half-hours available
- 5% discount on 4 sessions
- 10% discount on 8 sessions
- 15% discount on 12 sessions
- 20% discount on 16 sessions
Our Process
There are two ways to get started:
Option 1—Free Discovery Call:
Book a free 5-20 minute discovery call (phone or Zoom) with a pregnancy and pediatric dietitian to discuss how we can support your needs
Option 2—Direct booking:
Review our dietitians’ bios, services, and pricing, then click below to book your first appointment.
Book your First Session or Free Discovery callFrequently Asked Questions for Infant Nutrition
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How can a dietitian help a child with autism?
A dietitian can assess your child’s current eating habits, identify nutrient gaps, and create strategies that support better nutrition while respecting sensory sensitivities and behavioral needs. We help make mealtimes less stressful and more nourishing for your child—and for your whole family.
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My child only eats a few foods. Can you still help?
Yes! Extreme picky eating is very common in autism. We work with you to gently expand your child’s accepted foods using practical, non-pressuring methods that are sensitive to their needs.
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Do you provide supplement recommendations?
If we identify any nutrient deficiencies or risk areas, we can recommend appropriate supplements and help you choose ones that are safe and effective for your child.
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Can you work alongside my child’s therapist or care team?
Absolutely. We often collaborate with speech therapists, occupational therapists, and pediatricians to ensure your child receives well-rounded, coordinated care.
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How can I ensure my baby is getting enough nutrition during weaning?
As a baby transitions to solids, they must be exposed to a variety of nutrient-dense foods that provide essential vitamins and minerals like iron, calcium, and vitamin D. Our infant dieticians will create a personalized nutrition plan to ensure your baby is meeting all their nutritional needs during the weaning process.
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Is this service covered by insurance?
Here’s how it usually works:
In Canada:
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Many insurance plans cover dietitian or nutritionist services.
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We recommend calling your provider to confirm.
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If you’re covered, your children are often included in the plan.
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We’ll give you an insurance receipt after each session for reimbursement.
In the U.S.:
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We’re not in-network with U.S. insurance providers.
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However, we can give you a superbill (detailed receipt) that you can submit for possible out-of-network reimbursement.
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