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Picky Eaters
I’ve heard from literally 1000s of parents over the years about their challenges at the dinner table, and I’ve distilled it down to the essential habits your household needs to begin to solve the picky eating frustrations.
Episode 008: Frequently Asked Questions about Picky Eating with an Expert (…Me!)
Picky eating has always been a tricky challenge for parents, but did you know it’s been getting worse in the last few decades and particularly since the stress of the pandemic? Parents are frustrated and not sure what to do, partly because the root cause of picky eating is often not even in the food...
202: Why Eating Isn’t About Food and What Parents of Picky Eaters (And Other People Who Eat) Can Do About It? with Deborah MacNamara
It’s so rare that I get to speak to a professional who marries FOOD and parenting, so I was tickled to sit down with Dr. Deborah MacNamara, who wrote a whole book about the relationship between food and…relationships! This conversation will keep you on the edge of your seat with lightbulb moment after lightbulb moment,...
194: Helping Kids Get Curious About New Foods with Food Explorer Arielle “Dani” Lebovitz MS, RDN, CSSD, CDCES
We’re going to get super practical today on the Healthy Parenting Connector so get a pen and notebook and take some notes! I’m talking with food explorer Dani Lebovitz about helping your picky eater by exploring foods (mostly away from the table and mealtime!) We’ll share specific activities and ideas for exploring cranberries, citrus fruits,...
193: Solving Picky Eating by Shifting the Palate First with Chef James Barry
Chef James Barry didn’t solve his own picky eating until he was in his 30s! In other words, there’s always hope. 🙂 Now he’s a dad and has watched his kids learn to eat PLUS done a lot of research, and he has an interesting theory on using the palate as the catalyst of change....
165: Healthy Snacks, Sweets, and Schedules (for toddlers, preschoolers, and other humans) with Dietician Edwena Kennedy, RD
Snacks…sweets…treat…more snacks… Sometimes it feels like it’s never-ending, both the requests from children and the other people feeding our kids! Dietician Edwena Kennedy joins me today for her second appearance on the show—which means she’s fantastic and brimming over with practical and surprising tips! We’re talking all things sweets and snacks, including: The 2 reasons...
Make It Mini – How Small Food Can Help Picky Eaters + Mini Meatloaf Recipe
This is a guest post from Mary Voogt, NTP of Just Take a Bite. I was making homemade mac ‘n’ cheese and wanted some quality protein to go with it. I typically make some kind of sausage (like this simple homemade sausage). But I realized we only had one pound of ground pork left. How...
Add a Boost of Healthy Fiber, Fat and Protein for Picky Eaters | Chia & Flax Seeds
When we’re working on picky eating problems, many experts will say to hide nutrients in their food. I never advocate for straight-up “hiding” i.e. lying, BUT I definitely see the need to incorporate more protein, healthy fats, and fiber in our kids’ diets, whether they’re picky eaters or not! Chia and flax seeds are amazing...
153: 3 Habits Shifts to Help Your Picky Eater
Sometimes we just need a little mental shift, a small piece of knowledge, an encouragement to break a habit, or a new perspective. That’s my goal today! I want to break into the day-to-day habits that might not be serving your kids and help you make a SHIFT – either in your thinking, your dinner...
Why Sheet Pan Meals Are Great for Picky Eaters | Picky Eater Recipes
Sheet pan meals are a win-win with picky eaters! They provide options plus they’re easy to make and clean up! As a kids’ cooking teacher, I’ve gotten a ton of questions over the years about picky eating recipes. That led me to become certified in the SOS approach to feeding so that I’m even more...
152: Feeding Toddlers (& Other Picky Eaters) Confidently with Dietician Edwena Kennedy, RD
I’m in awe over how much has changed about feeding babies and toddlers in just the 15 years since I had to learn it the first time. Less stress, less structure, but even MORE importance to get it right if you ask me! I asked dietician Edwena Kennedy to join me today to help parents...