Just keep serving it and they’ll eventually eat it.” “Wait until they’re hungry enough.” “It’s just a phase.” 🙄 If you’ve been following these well-meaning tips and your kid is STILL picky, this episode is going to hit different. I’m breaking down the lesser-known misconceptions about picky eating that are keeping parents stuck—the ones we […]
Author Archives: Alyssa
How I got my kids to eat seconds of a brand new recipe
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 […]
The Picky Eating Blame Game: What’s Actually True (And What’s Not)
“You’re creating a picky eater.” “It’s the parents’ fault.” 😤 If you’ve ever heard this (or thought it about yourself), this episode is for you. I’m tackling the most guilt-inducing belief in the picky eating world: that parents CAUSE picky eating. And I’m here to tell you—it’s mostly BS. Here’s what’s actually true: You didn’t […]
Why they stop eating foods they used to eat
Do you know what to do when your littles all of the sudden do not want to eat a food they have loved in the past? I give tips and ideas of why this might be happening and how to handle it. Ready to learn how to help your littles eat new and more foods? […]
From Barely Eating to “Heaps of Food” in One Month
“Just wait it out. It’s just a phase.” 🙄 Sound familiar? That’s what Millie’s pediatrician told her when she complained that her daughter had stopped eating. So she waited… and waited… and waited. Until she finally decided she was DONE sitting on her hands hoping something would magically change. In this special New Year’s episode, […]
3 Things You’re Asking Your Picky Eater to Do That They Literally Can’t
You’re asking a reasonable thing. Your kid refuses. You get frustrated. They melt down. Sound familiar? 😤 Here’s the plot twist: what if the problem isn’t that your kid is being stubborn—it’s that you’re unknowingly asking them to do something their brain literally can’t do yet? In this episode, I’m breaking down 3 things parents […]
If I Had to Start Over with my Picky Eater
If you could go back and start over with your picky eater, what would you do differently? 🤔 In this episode, I’m sharing the 5 things I wish I’d known from the beginning—whether your kid just started getting picky, you’re in the trenches right now, or you’re trying to prevent it with a baby who’s […]
Safe Foods Secrets for Picky Toddlers
Today, we’re focusing on ‘safe foods’ for toddlers. We’ll discuss why these foods are essential for picky eaters and strategies for when your child only wants to eat their safe food or suddenly rejects it. This episode provides practical tips for introducing new foods and maintaining a balanced diet. Join me as we tackle these […]
5 Common Phrases Debunked
In this episode, I’m tackling the 5 most common phrases parents hear about picky eating and the 5 things we often say to our picky eaters—revealing the surprising thread that connects them. Together, we’ll break down what these phrases really mean, why they show up so often, and how understanding them can actually help you feel more empowered at […]
The Real Reason Your Child Refuses Dinner
We’re keeping it quick and powerful today with a rapid-fire Q&A 💥—three of the most common picky eating questions I’ve been getting lately (and the answers that’ll change everything for your mealtimes). In this short but packed episode, I’m tackling:👉 How to know if you’re accidentally making picky eating worse (and why it’s not your […]