Child Nutrition Services in Dhaka | Prottasha Child Health Care

Why Nutrition Matters

Food is the foundation of every child's development

Nutrition is not just about what a child eats — it profoundly affects how a child grows, learns, behaves and responds to therapy. For children with developmental differences, sensory issues, autism or feeding difficulties, the right nutritional support can make a transformational difference.

At Prottasha, our nutrition programme is delivered by experienced specialists who understand the unique dietary needs of children with complex health profiles. We work alongside our SLT, OT and ABA teams to ensure that nutrition is integrated into every child's overall care plan.

We create practical, family-friendly and culturally appropriate meal plans that work in real Bangladeshi home and school settings — not just in theory.

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Nutrition & Wellness

See our nutrition
programme in action

Watch how our nutrition specialist works with children and families — turning mealtimes from a battle into a breakthrough, one small step at a time.

Real sessions with real children at Prottasha
Culturally appropriate, Bangladeshi-friendly guidance
Calm, positive approach — no force, no stress
Integrated with OT and ABA for best results

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Who We Help

Signs your child may need nutritional support

Nutritional challenges are extremely common in children with developmental differences. Early support prevents long-term problems.

Extremely selective or "picky" eating — very limited food range

Sensory aversions to food textures, smells or colours

Gagging, vomiting or choking during mealtimes

Refusing entire food groups (vegetables, proteins, dairy)

Poor weight gain or growth faltering

Diagnosed with autism, ADHD or developmental delay

Constipation, bloating or digestive difficulties

Very high sugar, processed or junk food intake

Our Services

What our nutrition programme includes

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Nutritional Assessment

A thorough assessment of your child's current diet, growth measurements, medical history and nutritional gaps — forming the basis of a personalised plan.

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Personalised Meal Plans

Practical, culturally appropriate Bangladeshi meal plans that meet your child's nutritional needs while respecting food preferences and family routines.

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Autism & Sensory Eating

Specialist support for children with autism and sensory processing difficulties who have extremely restricted diets — expanding food range gradually and positively.

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Brain & Gut Health

Guidance on nutrients that support brain development, focus and behaviour — including omega-3, iron, zinc, vitamin D and the gut-brain connection.

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Supplement Guidance

Evidence-based advice on whether your child needs specific supplements, which ones are safe, and how to incorporate them into your daily routine effectively.

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Parent Coaching

Practical strategies for managing mealtimes positively, reducing food battles, introducing new foods gradually and creating a calm, structured eating environment.

Integrated Care

Why nutrition and therapy go hand in hand

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Nutrition + ABA & SLT

Children with autism often have severely restricted diets due to sensory sensitivities. Our nutrition specialist works alongside the ABA and SLT teams to gradually expand food acceptance using positive, structured approaches — increasing variety without trauma or force.

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Nutrition + OT

Sensory processing difficulties can make mealtimes overwhelming. Our OT and nutrition teams collaborate on the physical and sensory aspects of feeding — addressing oral motor skills, utensil use, positioning and the sensory environment to make mealtimes calmer and more successful.

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Nutrition + Brain Development

Research clearly links nutritional status to cognitive function, attention, mood and learning. Deficiencies in key nutrients — iron, iodine, vitamin D, omega-3, zinc — can directly impair a child's ability to benefit from therapy. Our nutrition plan targets these gaps specifically.

FAQ

Common questions about child nutrition

Yes — extremely selective eating (sometimes called "ARFID" or "problem feeding") can lead to significant nutritional deficiencies that affect growth, brain development and behaviour. However, with the right support it is very treatable. At Prottasha, we use gentle, evidence-based approaches to expand your child's food range without force or anxiety. The earlier you seek support, the easier the process.

Many children with autism have nutritional deficiencies due to restricted diets — particularly in vitamin D, omega-3, calcium, zinc and iron. Supplementation can be beneficial but must be guided by a specialist, as inappropriate doses can be harmful. Our nutritionist will assess your child's specific needs and recommend evidence-based supplementation where appropriate.

This is a very common question. The current scientific evidence does not conclusively support gluten-free/casein-free diets as a treatment for autism for all children. Some families report improvements; others do not see changes. Removing entire food groups can also increase nutritional risk. Our nutritionist will discuss this honestly with you and help you evaluate whether a trial elimination is appropriate for your child, with proper monitoring.

Absolutely. Our nutrition programme is open to all children — whether they have a diagnosis or simply have feeding challenges, growth concerns, allergies or parents who want to optimise their child's diet for health and brain development. You do not need a referral or diagnosis to book a nutrition consultation at Prottasha.

Yes — always. Our nutritionist is deeply familiar with Bangladeshi cuisine, ingredients and family food culture. All meal plans are designed around locally available, affordable and culturally appropriate foods. We do not prescribe foreign ingredients or impractical diets. The goal is nutrition that actually works in your home.

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