76. It’s Not Just Picky Eating - Claire Britton on ARFID – Claire Britton’s Story (Personal Perspective)

In this powerful and deeply personal episode, we welcome back one of our most popular guests: Claire Britton – occupational therapist, neurodivergent mum, founder of NeuroInclusion, and one of our favourite humans to talk to.Claire opens up about her lived experience with Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID)—what it was like growing up with sensory sensitivities, food rigidity, and mealtime stress long before ARFID had a name. She takes us through her personal journey from rigid childhood meals to navigating adult food challenges, relationships, and even discovering new foods through dating (yes, Tinder was involved).This is the episode for any parent who has thought, "My child is eating five foods and refusing everything else—what now?" or any adult who’s starting to realise, "Hang on, maybe this was me too."💡 What We Cover:Claire’s lived experience growing up with ARFID in a neurodivergent familyThe sensory, social, and emotional dynamics of food avoidanceHow ARFID differs from “fussy eating”Cultural expectations around food and how they affect ND familiesThe role of autonomy, safety, and environment in expanding food acceptanceA breakdown of the SOS Feeding Approach (Sequential Oral Sensory)🎧 Referenced Resources:Claire’s previous episodes on Executive Function and Evidence-Based OT StrategiesLearn more about Claire and her services at neuroinclusion.com.auInfo on the SOS Approach to Feeding🔑 Key Takeaway: ARFID isn’t a behaviour problem—it’s a sensory, emotional, and often traumatic relationship with food that requires compassion, patience, and support. Pressure won’t fix it. Understanding will.💬 If this episode resonated with you, let us know! And don’t forget to check out next week’s clinical follow-up with Margot White.JOIN THE COMMUNITY:Have questions or want to connect with other ADHD mums? Join our supportive Facebook group here and dive into the conversation. No question is too small, and I love answering in a group format!FOLLOW FOR MORE:Get daily tips, insights, and relatable content for ADHD mums by following me on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok or YouTubeLEAVE A REVIEW:Love this episode? Your review means everything! It helps other mums find this content and feel supported. Let’s spread the word and make a difference together.COLLABS:For collaborations or speaking engagements, email me at [email protected]....

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