Join me as I dive into the whirlwind world of kids and their funny eating habits! We’re going beyond the battlefield of broccoli vs. toddler to uncover fun and effective strategies for turning pint-sized picky eaters into adventurous foodies. I’ll share some personal blunders and surprising successes from my own journey as a dietitian mom. […]
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I bet you’ve done this before…
In this episode, we talk about picky eating and why the usual ways parents try to help don’t always work. Have you ever told your kid they’ll get a cookie if they finish their plate? Or tried to explain why eating veggies is good for them, hoping they’d understand like an adult? Turns out, these […]
Moms and kids and why this matters with Brooke Miller
In this week’s episode, I talk with Brooke Miller about mom health and kid health. We talk about sweets and how our relationship to sweets can impact our children’s relationship with sweets. As well as talk about starting solids and so much more. You can follow Brooke on Instagram @nutrition.for.mamas. Click here to take my […]
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 […]
2024’s Top 5 Secrets to Overcoming Picky Eating: Transforming Mealtime Struggles into Family Fun
Welcome to a breakthrough episode of ‘Nutrition for Littles’ in 2024! This year, we’re kicking off with a game-changing discussion that will revolutionize your approach to mealtimes. Are you battling the picky eating habits of your little ones? Struggling to make mealtime a joyous occasion rather than a battleground? In this episode, Alyssa, your trusted […]
Responding to Comments
Today I am answering these questions, “What do you do when your little one doesn’t like the food you are serving.?” “What to do if they are only eating their safe food?” “What to do if your child is not happy with how you are handling picky eating and start doing things differently?” I mention […]
3 Places to Start Building a Foundation for Transforming Your Picky Eater
Today I’m tackling a topic that I know resonates with so many of us – picky eating. If you’ve ever felt at a loss during mealtime battles or wondered how to encourage your little one to explore new foods without the fuss, this episode is for you. I’ll be sharing some of my favorite, tried-and-tested […]
Tackling Picky Eating During the Holidays: Tips for Stress-Free Family Meals
Today, we’re diving into a topic that many parents find challenging – navigating the holiday season with picky eaters. We’ll explore practical strategies to make festive meals enjoyable for the whole family, from Thanksgiving to New Year’s Eve. I’ll share tips on managing uncomfortable comments about your child’s eating habits and how to encourage them […]
When Nothing Works: Navigating Picky Eating Frustrations
I hear this from parents all the time, “nothing is working!” I break down what it means, what should we do, where we are at now and how can we move forward from this. Click here to take my free workshop to help identify why picky eating is happening and how to start reversing it. Want […]
My Kid Called Dinner ‘Yucky’—Here’s What I Did!
Join me this week, as we tackle the all-too-familiar chorus of ‘yuck!’ from the little ones. In this focused discussion, we delve into the whys behind your child’s immediate nose-wrinkle or shake of the head at the dinner table, and what you can do to turn that around. I’m sharing firsthand insights and actionable tips […]