Is Attune2Food appropriate for kids and families with an ARFID, Pediatric Feeding Disorder, or Autism diagnosis?
Yes, this course is designed for children with these and similar diagnoses, including children with food-related sensory aversion or sensory processing differences. It is also appropriate for children and families with no diagnoses at all, which is not uncommon. Children with food-related sensory aversion or sensory processing differences.
Can I benefit from the course if my child is tube fed?
Yes, absolutely! All of the lessons are completely applicable. It’s great if you have a team of professionals to consult with if you would like to make any changes, generate ideas or create goals around their tube feedings during this course. It is recommended that you take this course alongside getting local, personalized support for your child who gets meals through a g-tube.
What age group is Attune2Food designed for?
Attune2Food is most helpful for caregivers with children ages 1-8, and can be appropriate for older children.
What time commitment is involved?
It depends on how you interact with the course and your learning style/ability. On average, 2 hours of your undivided attention weekly will be needed (can break into smaller chunks of time as needed). Each month, there is an integration- aka rest or catch up- week planned. You can take the course at a slower pace if that works best for you. The fastest you would be able to complete the whole program if you attend group sessions in sequence is three months.
How long will I have access to the Attune2Food course and content?
You will have immediate access to all lessons once you purchase. You are purchasing one year of full access to the course site.
How will the group coaching be offered?
There will be one hour, come as you are weekly group zoom calls that cover each of the ten lessons topics, with time for discussion and interaction as desired. Participate in three calls offered each month, or go at your own pace and attend what you like over the year of access. You can choose to participate with your camera on or off. Be prepared to interact and check in via chat or verbal responses with the instructor and other participants. There will also be informal & fun group chat check ins and brief interactions each week within the learning platform.
Yes, you can pay in three payments over a few months time.
Considering the electronic nature of the course, there are no refunds offered for this course. If you cancel your membership, you will still have access through the end of your current membership period.
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I'm a Vermont resident. How do I apply for free access to Attune2Food?
Click the “apply now” button below to send us a contact form if you and your child live in Vermont and are interested in free access. You must agree for your insurance to be billed for all group visits attended, and we agree to not bill you any fees in excess of what your insurance covers. Once you submit a form, a client care specialist will reach out within a few business days to schedule a quick phone call to gather information and answer any questions. If you choose to apply, you will be given access to the course and group coaching sessions once your application has been approved.
Why did Kelli create this course?
Attune2Food was created by feeding specialist and pediatric dietitian Kelli Borgman, MS, RDN, CD, as a solution after years of working with families and children in their homes and educational settings, as well as working with multi-disciplinary teams of therapists, pediatricians, and education providers. Attune2Food covers the topics and important conversations Kelli and the other therapists would cover with each family to make sure the family had a firm foundation for navigating their child’s eating journey.
Attune2Food does not take the place of working with and talking directly to their child’s team of therapists or providers. It is a helpful educational tool and adjunct to local care.