Constipation Challenges in Autism

About this episode

Dr. Cindy returns to discuss the challenges of constipation in autistic children and offers practical advice for parents.

Dr. Cindy is back on Adapting Together — and yes, we’re talking about something every parent deals with but no one likes to mention… constipation . Why does it happen so often in autistic children? What red flags should parents actually pay attention to? And how do you know when tummy troubles are more than “just a phase”? We dig into all of it — from how Dr. Cindy evaluates these concerns in her clinic to the real, practical things parents can try at home: diet tweaks, hydration hacks, sensory-friendly routines, and balancing medical treatment with everyday habits. We also bust a few common myths, talk about how therapists and educators can team up with parents, and wrap up with the one piece of advice Dr. Cindy wants every family to hear. A super real, super helpful conversation — and trust us, you’ll walk away with tips you can use right away.

People in this episode

Guest: Dr Cindy

Topics covered

• constipation
• autism
• parenting
• diet
• hydration
• sensory-friendly routines

Keywords

• tummy troubles
• medical treatment
• myths
• therapists
• educators

Mentioned in this episode

Products: diet tweaks, hydration hacks

Books & works: Adapting Together

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