Paediatric Dietitian in Melbourne

Evidence-based nutrition support for children with autism, ADHD, selective eating, feeding difficulties and growth concerns

Is Your Child Struggling With...

  • Selective eating or a limited range of foods?

  • Autism or ADHD-related feeding challenges?

  • Sensory sensitivities to textures, smells or temperatures?

  • Poor appetite or skipping meals?

  • Growth concerns?

  • Constipation or digestive issues?

  • Nutritional deficiencies?

  • Mealtime stress and anxiety?

How We Can Help

Our nutrition support focuses on understanding the underlying factors contributing to your child's eating patterns and developing practical strategies that work for your family.

Support may include:

  • Nutrition assessment and dietary analysis

  • Growth and nutritional adequacy assessment

  • Food variety and food exploration strategies

  • Selective eating support

  • Parent education and coaching

  • Meal and snack structure guidance

  • Constipation and gut health management

  • Nutrient deficiency prevention and management

  • Support for autism and ADHD-related feeding challenges

  • Collaboration with GPs, paediatricians, occupational therapists, speech pathologists and other healthcare professionals where appropriate

Areas of Support

Children with autism and ADHD may experience unique feeding challenges related to sensory processing, routines, executive functioning, appetite regulation and mealtime behaviours. We provide practical nutrition strategies tailored to your child's individual needs while supporting a positive and pressure-free feeding environment.

Autism & ADHD Nutrition Support

Selective Eating & Feeding Difficulties

Some children may eat only a small number of foods, avoid entire food groups or become distressed when presented with unfamiliar foods. We work with families to support food exploration, improve nutritional adequacy and reduce mealtime stress.

Growth & Nutritional Adequacy

Ensuring children receive adequate energy, protein, vitamins and minerals is essential for healthy growth and development. We assess nutritional intake and provide practical recommendations to help children meet their nutritional requirements.

Digestive issues such as constipation, abdominal discomfort and irregular bowel habits can impact appetite, eating patterns and quality of life. We provide evidence-based nutrition support to help improve gut health and overall wellbeing.

Gut Health Management

What to Expect

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