Naureen Hunani on Neurodiversity-Affirming Nutrition & Food Care | Full-Tilt Parenting

In this episode, I talk with Montreal-based pediatric dietitian and family nutritionist Naureen Hunani about her model of neurodiversity-affirming nutrition—an approach rooted in inclusion, acceptance, and trauma-informed practices. Naureen shares how neurodivergent children often face unique and misunderstood feeding challenges, why language and environment around food matter as much as what’s on the plate, and how we as parents can create shame-free, compassionate food experiences at home. If you’ve ever struggled with mealtime battles or worried about your child’s eating habits, this conversation will give you fresh insights and practical strategies.

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00:00 Introduction to Neurodiversity Affirming Nutrition
02:56 Personal Journey and Professional Insights
05:47 Understanding Neurodivergence in Feeding
08:49 The Importance of Questioning Food Norms
11:20 The Impact of Food on Relationships and Autonomy
14:38 Neurodiversity Affirming Care Model
17:02 Acceptance and Unlearning in Nutrition
19:14 Myths and Misconceptions in Feeding Neurodivergent Kids
22:00 Addressing Limited Diets and Nutritional Needs
24:39 Goals for Nourishing Neurodivergent Children
27:44 Community and Resistance in the Medical Field
30:32 Final Thoughts and Encouragement for Parents

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