Struggling To Make Mealtimes a Joyful Experience?
Register Now for Our Live Course - The Path To Mealtime Freedom. Commencing Thursday July 6 2023 for 6 weeks. Live classes at 12pm EST
Did you know that approximately 80% of young Autistic/ADHD children are described as picky eaters, and 95% are reported by parents to resist trying new foods?
Learn how to enjoy mealtimes together by removing the fears and stressors you AND your kids are experiencing.
GET EDUCATEDYou Can Make Mealtimes Joyful
The Path to Mealtime Freedom provides you with a formula to
- Turn mealtimes into a GATHERING the whole family enjoys
- Adapt a different MINDSET and achieve positive results
- Use proven strategies that encourage your kids to fully ENGAGE at mealtimes
- Craft a safe mealtime ENVIRONMENT for your Neurodivergent kids
- Add NOVELTY and variety to your child's diet
Yes, It Really Is Possible!
In my Path to Mealtime Freedom course, you’ll learn how to finally take control of your mealtimes and steer them in a positive and memorable direction.
ENROLL NOW
Over The Next 6 Weeks, You Could…
- Truly understand the challenges Neurodivergent kids have at mealtimes
- Introduce new foods and overcome previous barriers
- Enjoy mealtimes as a family again
The right mealtime plan can make all the difference. We’ll cover everything you need to get started in our Path To Mealtime Freedom course.
INTRODUCING
The Path To Mealtime Freedom
Are you ready to take control of your mealtimes and make them an amazing experience?
This 6-week course will teach you everything you need to know to change your mealtime habits and sustain them long term. You’ll be able to:
- Build and maintain a positive mealtime environment
- Introduce your kids to new foods without hiding them
- Stop depending on screens and devices to ensure your child eats
With a simple shift in your mindset and some smart mealtime practices you could start having mealtimes you all look forward to.
What's Included In The Course...
MODULE 1
Foundations
Identifying the main issues that block the Path to Mealtime Freedom:
- Eating and feeding roles - learn what they are and how to regain balance
- Formed habits - change what you expect, alter the reaction
- The environment - put away that rigid script to transform your experience
You’ll finish this module with a positive outlook on mealtimes and your connections as a family.
MODULE 2
The Set-up & Mindset
Figuring out the physical set-up and shifting your mindset to:
- Understand exactly how to transition to the table without a battle
- Identify and forgo all distractions that sneak into meals
- Let go of ineffective methods and overcome your barriers to change
You’ll finish this module with a newfound level of confidence in your ability to be successful.
MODULE 3
Engagement
Removing the notion of mealtimes being a chore and something to get through so you can:
- Value the process and focus on the effort, instead of perfection
- Fully engage with your child at mealtimes by leveraging their communication style
- Supportively encourage without external reinforcements
You’ll finish this module with the key features centered around internal motivation and opportunities for promoting self-esteem.
MODULE 4
Exposure
Letting go of fears about change and introducing novel foods in order to:
- Adjust your offer - know exactly what it is and what it isn't
- Feel comfortable - follow your child's pace and allow them to lead
- Manage objections - reduce mealtime conflict without pressure
You’ll finish this module with a deep understanding of pressuring language and how pressure camouflages in order to focus on the power of "yet."
MODULE 5
Shared Experiences
Creating shared experiences by breaking out of the worry cycle so you can:
- Acknowledge worries when they come up without directly pushing into them
- Understand the gut-brain connection and how daily stressors impact development
- Promote togetherness and create a positive food relationship that will last into adulthood
You'll finish this module with a reframed parenting style and a simple way for worries to be a thing of the past.
MODULE 6
Putting It All Together
Having the formula to mold your own Path to Mealtime Freedom in order to:
- Heal the meal and recognize that consistency is progress
- Ensure that you have strategies in place to overcome any setbacks
- Set tangible family mealtime goals and stay the course
You'll finish this module with the strongest possible foundations to approach mealtimes with ease for you and your Neurodivergent kids.
This Course Is For You If...
- You are completely overwhelmed when it comes to mealtimes
- You aren’t sure how to introduce variety into your child's diet
- Your mealtimes are a battleground and you've given up
- You want to experience what it's like to enjoy family meals
- You desire to build connections and have lasting change
NICE TO MEET YOU
I'm Polina Shkadron
I am a trauma-informed speech-language pathologist, family communication and feeding expert specializing in families living with Autism, ADHD, Language and Literacy difficulties. I earned my Master of Arts degree in Speech-Language Pathology from CUNY Queens College where I held the position of Adjunct Lecturer for 7 years. I also have a Master of Science degree in Nutrition Education from American University, which has transformed the feeding therapy aspect of my practice. During my career, I earned four ACE awards from the American Speech-Language Hearing Association for my dedication to learning.
"Polina has helped Rosie with frustration tolerance, problem solving, sensory issues and coping skills in ways we as parents would never have thought of."
- Phil and Jen - Parents of a creative 7-year-old
"I felt more at ease. Polina made the experience fun and effectively eliminated the negativity and stress that we all came to associate with mealtime."
- I.N. - Parent of a veggie lover
"My son struggled with feeding for many months before we found Polina. We had tried other feeding services that helped with some skills, but Polina’s approach changed his whole attitude toward food. She established a great relationship with him, so he trusted her to try new foods with new colors and textures."
- Leslie - Parent of a newly confident eater
GET STARTED TODAY!
The Path To Mealtime Freedom Course
7 DAY MONEY-BACK GUARANTEE
We get that circumstances change. If you cannot commit your time and resources, let us know before session two. You'll receive a refund, no questions asked. Register Now for Our Live Course - The Path To Mealtime Freedom. Commencing Thursday July 6 2023 for 6 weeks. Live classes at 12pm EST