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EVOLVE with Dr. Tay: the podcast for parents of autistic kidsautism education Author: Dr. Taylor Day
welcome to a parenting space actually designed for YOU! where you can get answers about navigating a life that includes autism. Im Dr. Tay, a licensed child psychologist specializing in autism and neuroaffirming care. I have supported 100s of autistic children and their families and have been in the autism field for over a decade. on this podcast, we focus on supporting your autistic child AND your whole family, including you! every topic is on the table, and your questions (which you can submit through my social media) inspire the episodes created. I share some of my personal stories growing up with a brother who was diagnosed at 23 months of age as well as feature other families' stories so you know you are not navigating this journey alone. this is a space for you to be SEEN. HEARD. SUPPORTED. and get reputable and reliable information about autism instead of searching Google endlessly for hours. I am so dang grateful that you are here. ***disclaimer: not clinical advice, for educational purposes only*** subscribe to this podcast by hitting the plus or follow button so you don't miss an episode. Language: en Genres: Education, Kids & Family, Parenting, Self-Improvement Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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211 | does my child need supplements? how to support nutrition in autistic kids with Brittyn Coleman
Wednesday, 15 April, 2026
about this episode (+ scroll for resources) 👇if your child is a selective eater…you’ve probably wondered:are they getting the nutrients they actually need?and if not, what are you supposed to do about it?in this episode, Dr. Tay welcomes back registered dietitian Brittyn Coleman to break down one of the most common (and confusing) questions parents have: when to consider supplements, what actually matters nutritionally, and how to make informed decisions without getting lost in the noise.because while selective eating is common in autistic kids, we can't ignore the impact it has on their body, regulation, and overall well-being.this conversation will help you understand when to trust your gut, what to look for, and how to approach supplementation in a way that actually supports your child... without overwhelm.✨ ORDER BEST PART HERE (USE CODE "DRTAY" FOR 10% OFF YOUR FIRST ORDER) ✨in this episode, you’ll hear:why selective eating is so common in autistic children and how sensory sensitivities play a rolehow limited diets can lead to nutrient gaps, even when kids are growing “normally”a key marker (the “20 food rule”) to help you decide when to seek additional supporthow nutrient deficiencies can impact regulation, energy, and overall functioningwhen supplementation might be helpful and how it fits alongside feeding therapywhy bloodwork can be helpful (but shouldn’t be a barrier to getting started)what to actually look for in a high-quality multivitaminwhy bioavailable nutrients and chelated minerals matter for absorptioncommon pitfalls in supplements (including misleading marketing + hidden ingredients)how to build trust with your child when introducing supplementswhat makes a supplement safe, effective, and worth consideringtimestamps00:00 understanding nutritional concerns for autistic children05:51 identifying when to seek help10:50 the role of supplements in nutrition14:51 navigating nutritional testing and its challenges17:02 choosing the right supplements for your child24:52 navigating supplement labels28:18 understanding nutrient absorption31:39 building trust in supplementation34:13 the importance of third-party testing36:46 the development of Best Part41:54 empowering parents in nutritionresources from today's episode⚡️ Use code "DRTAY" to get 10% off of Best Part | sensory-friendly vitamins for kids >> order here.⚡️ follow Brittyn on Instagram @autismdietitian and Best Part @bestpartkids⚡️ interested in Brittyn's picky eating membership? learn more here keep learning from Dr. Tay⚡️join EVOLVE the membership and submit your questions for Dr. Tay to answer⚡️learn more about Dr. Tay’s whole family approach + clinical services⚡️ follow on >>instagram → @the.dr.taytiktok → @the.dr.tay
