Low-pressure routine to help autistic teens access food after overwhelm.

Support line: Built for parents who want less stress after school, fewer power struggles, and more predictable support.

What this freebie helps with

If your teen comes home dysregulated and food feels hard, you’re not alone. Many autistic teens need regulation firstbefore eating feels possible. This freebie gives you a gentle plan that supports eating without pressure, bargaining, or battles.

What’s inside (2-page printable)

You’ll get:

• The 5-step Calm Corner Snack Plan (simple, repeatable)

• A Snack Plate Builder (pick 1 from each category, or start with 2)

• 3 plan styles you can choose from (Quiet Access, Co-regulation + snack, Movement first)

• Parent-friendly scripts for “I’m not hungry” and after-school overwhelm

• A quick “try this first” checklist for troubleshooting

Who it’s for

This freebie is for you if you’re parenting an autistic or neurodivergent teen who:

• Skips food until they crash later

• Feels overwhelmed after school and can’t transition to eating

• Eats best when options are predictable and low-demand

• Needs fewer questions, less pressure, and more dignity around food

Why this approach is different

(and why it works)

This plan focuses on:

• Choice and autonomy (never a consequence, never forced)

• Lower sensory load (light, sound, being watched)

• Access over pressure (food available without commentary)

• Predictability (the nervous system often eats better when it feels safe)

Ready for a calmer after-school routine?

Download the Calm Corner Snack Plan and try one small change for the next 3 days.