Author Archives: Alyssa

Desserts without drama? Yes, please. In this candid, mom-and-dad chat, I bring my husband Josh on to talk about how we handle sweets at home—without bribes, battles, or obsession. We unpack the counterintuitive strategy of serving dessert with meals, the fears that come up (sugar! meltdowns!), and what actually happened when we offered puppy chow […]

Today I have Devon Kuntzman, ICF-certified coach on the podcast. She is the founder of Transforming Toddlerhood, and author of the brand-new book, Transforming Toddlerhood: How to Handle Tantrums and Power Struggles, and Raise Resilient Kids Without Losing Your Mind. We’re digging into what toddler behavior is really saying, how to set limits without losing the […]

Bedtime stealing your evenings? In this candid convo, I sit down with toddler-sleep pro Jessica Burke (Awesome Little Sleepers) to unpack what really derails sleep once kids get out of the crib, and how to get your kid falling and staying asleep independently! We talk timing, consistency, cozy routines that still have boundaries, and the […]

Does your little one need to boost their calories? How do you know if they need more calories? I give you some tips on how to boost calories if your little one needs it! ✨ Want to understand why your child is rejecting food in the first place? Sign up for my free class where […]

What do you do when your toddler flat-out refuses their meal—or worse, skips multiple meals in a row? In this episode, Alyssa tackles a real listener question about mealtime rejection and dives deep into what’s actually happening when kids say “no” to food. You’ll learn: By the end, you’ll feel equipped with both mindset shifts […]

Ever tried a new dinner recipe only to feel that familiar knot in your stomach, wondering if your kids will actually eat it, or if you’re headed for another mealtime standoff? In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on a recent dinner that could’ve gone sideways… but didn’t. I’ll share the exact steps I […]

Today’s podcast is a listener question! I give you tips and ideas on how to help your little one know when they are hungry and full. As well as what to say to them if they are asking for more and the time to eat has past. I also talk about podcast from a while […]

Have you seen the “4 PM dinner” trend popping up online? In this episode, I break down what it is, why it’s become so popular with parents, and whether or not it’s a good fit for your family. We’ll talk about the pros and cons of serving dinner right after school, how it impacts picky […]

As the back-to-school season kicks off parents of picky eaters might be feeling less than excited to send them to school. In today’s episode I share 6 expert tips to help the transition from home to school with your picky eater! Subscribe now and tune in each week for picky eating tips and strategies that […]

Prime Day is here, and I’m breaking down the best deals on my absolute favorite feeding tools, mealtime must-haves, and picky eating game-changers — all tried, tested, and mama-approved. From smoothie popsicle molds to the plates that survived our tile floors (yes, really), I’m sharing everything I use to make feeding littles easier, more fun, and way […]