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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.
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...
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...
151: Could Your Picky Eater Need More…Sleep??!
You know how even though it feels like what happens to our body might not affect the mind and vice versa? That’s not the only place where seemingly unrelated systems are actually interdependent… We have one body to work with on this journey called life, and it’s alllll connected. Sarah Fenrich, an occupational therapist, and...
143: How to Help Kids Eat More Vegetables
“How do I help my kids eat more vegetables?” It’s a question I’m often asked! Today I have 5 quick tips and practical ideas to set up the right environment so that your kids have a CHANCE to fall in love (or at least make friends with) their veggies: Demonstration Variety Choice Fun Involvement Let’s...
Why Recipes for Picky Eaters Won’t Solve the Problem
You know how Google is super helpful and tries to finish your thought when you start typing a search. That gives us an interesting perspective because what Google chooses to fill the space with is typically some of the most popular searches. Thus we can learn what others are searching for, what their needs are....
Why Kids Menus Are Hurting the Next Generation
One of my more controversial and talked-about shares in the last year was a series of pictures of our elementary school’s lunch kids menu. I pointed out some of the trends, some of the downfalls (I’m looking at you sugar), and how the lunches served at our elementary school are the epitome of the kids’...
The Magic of the Tiny Salad: Understanding How Food Size and Texture Impacts Picky Eating
It’s easy to admit that one of the greatest benefits of social media is keeping in touch with friends from long ago. My dear friend and fellow trombone player from high school, Liz, is one of those I am so grateful for. We’ve often connected through Facebook or Instagram over the years and kept up...