support with nutrition....Weaning and beyond...........

Support packages

Ensuring children are getting all the right nutrients is something that most parents worry about, particularly during the crucial developmental years.

But what happens when a child's diet is restricted due to fussy eating, or feeding differences related to a medical and/or neurodevelopmental diagnosis?

Navigating the world of nutrition and feeding can become even more complex.

There is no one size fits all here. My holistic approach, my USP, allows us to look at each individual child by analysing diet, habits, personality, routine and sleep, which are all contributing factors.

Your bespoke plan (option 1) :

3-4 day analysis of your current situation
1-hour video consultation
Identification of existing issues and a detailed plan to address them
A personalised plan tailored to your family’s goals

£75.00

Your bespoke plan (option 2) :

3-4 day analysis of your current situation
1-hour video consultation
Identification of existing issues and a detailed plan to address them
A personalised plan tailored to your family’s goals
Follow-up communication to answer any questions about the plan
2 weeks of UNLIMITED DAILY CONTACT to support you through the plan

£150.00

Hybrid plans of nutrition and sleep coaching are often created for families. These really are effective and where families see the most difference!

As a registered charity, we are also able to support families on low incomes and/or state benefits. Please book a call to see how we are able to help you

Book a free discovery call!

Why beige?

Why do children with fussy or highly restrictive eating patterns often accept beige foods best?

The answer here is often the fact these foods provide predictability and consistency. For example, bread/crackers/crisps are likely to be the shape, flavour, shapes, colours, texture and taste every single time compared to fruits, vegetables or family foods where there is much more variability.

If you think of a punnet of blueberries, they can be soft or hard, sweet or sour, large or small - it’s much harder to know exactly what you’re getting!

Beige foods are also often a specific texture and/or flavour that children find it easier to manage

What is fussy eating?

But what triggers this change in children's eating habits?

For many children, fussy eating results in a reduced variety or quantity of foods consumed, as well as an outright rejection of certain foods, whether familiar or unfamiliar.

Despite the feeling that everyone else's children eat everything put in front of them, parents experiencing these challenges are far from alone.

Research suggests that fussy eating affects as many as 30-60% of children.

But what triggers this change in children's eating habits?

Children typically develop a stage of food neophobia around 18-20 months, likely a survival instinct from our evolutionary past when toddlers needed to avoid unfamiliar foods for safety reasons.

In addition, developmental changes including a push for autonomy, e.g. control, and growth changes, e.g. a reduction in the amount of energy children need to grow, can all contribute to feeding changes.

Coli and Reflux

But what triggers this change in children's eating habits?

Neurodevelopmental diagnoses

Children who have faced challenges such as reflux, constipation or food allergies early on may be more prone to feeding difficulties.

Reflux may increase when new food types are introduced.

This can also impact sleep and routine. Following a gentle weaning route can help immensely with this and many of my clients have benefited from my support

Neurodevelopmental diagnoses

It’s important to know that children with Autism might show unique differences when it comes to eating.

These can include (but are not limited to) being highly selective about what they eat, struggling with feeding themselves independently, taking longer to finish meals, needing distractions to eat, ritualistic mealtime behaviours, sensory processing challenges and sticking to a very small range of foods they're comfortable with.

Food allergies

Neurodevelopmental diagnoses

Sensory sensitivities

Children with food allergies often have feeding differences that can be related to a range of factors including;

Lack of experience with certain foods (due to a diet that needs to be restricted).

long-term highly restricted diets (for medical/allergy reasons).

Negative associations with mealtimes due to stress/anxiety levels around food and possible reactions learnt fear associations around less familiar foods.

Sensory sensitivities

Neurodevelopmental diagnoses

Sensory sensitivities

Some children are more sensitive to the texture, smell, or taste of foods.

Food is a multi-sensory experience, so if a child

experiences differences in interpretation of one or more sensory factors, this is likely to affect food choices and eating.

Tiny Taste Buds!..............

Welcome to Tiny Taste Buds: Culinary Adventures from Weaning to Toddler!

Our cooking classes are designed to support parents on their journey through the exciting stages of weaning and toddlerhood.

We cover a range of topics tailored to meet the diverse needs of families.

High Nutrition: Learn how to prepare delicious and nutritious meals that are packed with essential vitamins and minerals to support your child's growth and development.

Weaning on a Budget: Discover practical tips and creative recipes to help you navigate the weaning process without breaking the bank. We'll show you how to make the most of affordable ingredients while still providing balanced meals for your little one.

For Fussy Eaters: Dealing with a picky eater? Our classes offer strategies and recipes to encourage the fussiest of eaters to explore new flavours and textures, making mealtime a more enjoyable experience for the whole family.

Children Who Have Had Reflux and Colic: For parents of children who have experienced reflux and colic, we offer gentle and soothing recipes that are easy on sensitive stomachs, helping to alleviate discomfort and promote better digestion.

At Finding Harmony, we believe that introducing your child to a variety of nutritious foods from an early age sets the foundation for a lifetime of healthy eating habits. Join us on this culinary adventure as we support you every step of the way, from weaning to toddlerhood.

We accept self referrals as well as referrals from other organisations. Please drop us a message to sign up for our classes today and embark on a delicious journey with your little one!

support with nutrition....Weaning and beyond...........

Support packages

Why beige?

What is fussy eating?

But what triggers this change in children's eating habits?

But what triggers this change in children's eating habits?

But what triggers this change in children's eating habits?

But what triggers this change in children's eating habits?

But what triggers this change in children's eating habits?

Coli and Reflux

But what triggers this change in children's eating habits?

Neurodevelopmental diagnoses

Neurodevelopmental diagnoses

Neurodevelopmental diagnoses

Neurodevelopmental diagnoses

Food allergies

Neurodevelopmental diagnoses

Sensory sensitivities

Sensory sensitivities

Neurodevelopmental diagnoses

Sensory sensitivities

Learn how to prepare delicious and nutritious meals that are packed with essential vitamins and minerals

Tiny Taste Buds!..............

Welcome to Tiny Taste Buds: Culinary Adventures from Weaning to Toddler!

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