Nutrition for Littles

You know that moment when dinner hits the table and your kid looks at it like it might bite them first? In today’s episode, I’m spilling the real story behind a recent mealtime with my kids that could have gone sideways—but didn’t. Why? Because of one powerful strategy that turned skepticism into second servings.

I’m sharing exactly how I handled a totally unfamiliar meal (cooked by my husband, no less!) and guided my kids from “what is THAT?” to “can I have more?” You’ll hear the behind-the-scenes of how I made real-time food connections, added safe foods, and built trust—without giving in or turning it into a power struggle.

This is your peek inside my brain and how I handle meal rejection in the moment. If you’ve ever wished for a picky eating expert in your back pocket, this episode is the next best thing.

Oh—and spoiler alert—pickles saved the day. 🥒

Links I mentioned:
Click here to take my picky eating reversal training
Click here to learn more about Picky Plates Meal Planning service

This is the food freedom episode every mom needs. I’m joined by my real-life BFF and eating psychology coach Kelly Lyons, and we’re diving deep into binge eating, food guilt, and how childhood beliefs shape how we eat (and how we feed our kids).

We’re talking:

✨ The truth about the clean plate club

 ✨ Why pressure at the table backfires

 ✨ How to raise kids who trust their bodies

 ✨ And how healing your food story changes everything

If you’ve ever felt out of control around food or wondered if you’re messing up your kid’s eating habits—this one’s for you.

🌟 Come hear Kelly’s wild personal story and the simple mindset shifts that are changing women’s lives daily.

🔗 Links Mentioned:

💥 Join Kelly’s free class, Binge-Free By Summer

 📲 Follow Kelly on Instagram: @kellylwellness

 🎧 Listen to her podcast: The Food Freedom Society

Ever felt like you’re doing EVERYTHING right and your kid STILL won’t eat anything but chicken nuggets? 🙋‍♀️

In this raw and real episode, I’m finally spilling all the details about my own picky eating nightmare (yep, even dietitians have picky eaters!). You’ll hear how my son went from eating EVERYTHING as a baby to suddenly refusing foods that weren’t beige… and how I went from feeling like a complete failure to finally cracking the code on reversing picky eating.

I share the moment I looked up and thought “How did we get here?” and the emotional rollercoaster of flipping between rage (“Just eat the dang broccoli!“) and worry (“Will he ever get proper nutrition?“) that so many of us experience.

You’ll discover:

• Why what worked for me in dietitian school was USELESS in real life (spoiler: those textbooks weren’t written by moms!)
• The counterintuitive approach that felt totally backward but actually worked
• How I stopped the mealtime battles and transformed my son into an adventurous eater
• Why “they’ll grow out of it” might be the worst advice ever for your child’s development

If you’re exhausted from mealtime battles, worried about your child’s nutrition, or just tired of making three different dinners every night – this episode is your permission slip to try something different. Because what got you here won’t get you there!

Ready to transform YOUR picky eater? Grab my FREE training on reversing picky eating here!

https://nutritionforlittles.com/freetraining-og

Have you ever considered the gut’s role in picky eating?

Join me as I chat with Hannah Aylward, gut health specialist and founder of Han, who reveals why your child’s tummy troubles, mood swings, and food rejections might all stem from an unhappy gut microbiome. Hannah shares her personal journey from being “six months pregnant with bloating” despite eating “perfectly” to discovering the root causes behind her symptoms.

You’ll learn:

• Why constipation and diarrhea are NOT normal for toddlers (despite what some doctors say!)
• The surprising connection between gut health and your child’s behavior, energy, and food preferences
• Simple strategies to increase food variety
• Which foods actually rebuild your gut microbiome (hint: it’s not just yogurt!)
• How to help your picky eater without mealtime battles

Hannah drops truth bombs about celery juice trends, parasite cleanses, and why eliminating foods isn’t always the answer.

This episode offers hope and practical solutions for both your child’s gut health and YOURS too!

Because let’s be real – reversing picky eating is hard enough without fighting your child’s gut too!

Ready to transform your health?
Connect with Hannah at 🌿 hannahaylward.com
🎙️ Podcast: The Nutrient Dense
📱 Instagram: @hannahaylwardhhc
📝 Gut Health Root Cause Quiz: Take the quiz to discover what’s really going on!

Still feeling stuck with your picky eater? This special bonus episode is for you! All about why you can’t miss my upcoming LIVE free training where I’ll walk you through simple, proven method to help your child try new foods—without the power struggles. Grab your spot now: https://nutritionforlittles.com/free-class/ 🎉

Struggling with picky eating AND a partner who isn’t on the same page? You’re not alone! In today’s episode, we’re tackling the tough conversation of getting your spouse, co-parent, or partner on board with a new approach to picky eating.

If you feel like mealtimes are stressful and your partner still believes in the “clean your plate” mentality, this episode will give you tangible strategies to align your parenting goals.

 ✨ What you’ll learn:

✔️ How to have this crucial conversation away from the dinner table

✔️ The importance of setting shared goals for mealtime success

✔️ Key phrases and strategies to encourage buy-in

✔️ Why research supports a different, pressure-free approach

💡 Ready to take it a step further? Join my upcoming FREE live training where I lay out my full framework for reversing picky eating! Register here: https://nutritionforlittles.com/free-class/

Tired of calling your kids to the table over and over again? You’re not alone! In today’s episode, I’m breaking down why little ones resist mealtime and sharing my top tips to help them not only come to the table—but actually stay there!
You’ll learn:

✅ The top mistakes parents make when calling kids to eat

✅ How to time meals so kids are actually hungry

✅ Simple tricks to make your table more kid-friendly

✅ How to create a consistent, stress-free mealtime routine

✨ Plus, I’ve created a FREE step-by-step guide to help you tackle this issue with confidence! Download it here 

 👉 https://nutritionforlittles.com/come-to-table-guide/

 💬 Don’t forget to follow me on Instagram for daily tips and tricks @nutrition.for.littles

In today’s episode, I’m bringing you some of the BEST questions from a recent Instagram Live—because chances are, if one mama is asking, a hundred more are wondering the same thing!
We’re diving into:
 Why some kids refuse to use utensils (and why it’s totally normal!)

 How often to introduce new foods without overwhelming your toddler
 The signs that picky eating might be something more serious

I’ll break it all down, give you practical strategies, and help you stress less at mealtimes. Plus, don’t forget to join me LIVE on Instagram (@nutritionforlittles) to ask your own questions! 

Don’t skip my FREE picky eating reversal training sign up right here.

Ever feel like your toddler’s strong will turns mealtime into a battle zone? You’re not alone! In today’s episode, I’m diving into the temperaments of picky eaters, especially those stubborn, independent, and determined little ones. I’ll share my own experience raising a strong-willed child, the mindset shift that changed everything, and why traditional picky eating advice doesn’t always work for these kiddos.
If you’re tired of begging, bribing, or battling at the dinner table, this episode will help you work with your child’s personality instead of against it—so mealtimes can feel less stressful and more successful.

Take my FREE BRAND NEW Picky Eating Personality Quiz to learn exactly what strategies work for your child’s unique temperament! Take the Quiz >

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Let’s Connect: Follow me on Instagram @nutrition.for.littles for daily tips, behind-the-scenes moments, and support on your picky eating journey!

As the year comes to a close, it’s time to pause, reflect, and celebrate just how far you’ve come on your picky eating journey. Whether it was one new food tried, calmer mealtimes, or moments of connection at the dinner table—it all counts.
In this episode, we look back at the wins (big and small), reflect on what worked, and set meaningful goals for 2025 so you can continue to see progress with your little one. I’ll also share practical tips to help your child:

• Eat more of the foods you make
• Feel confident exploring new foods
• Build better mealtime habits as a family

Let’s make next year your best yet—full of more connection, less stress, and real progress at the table.
And if you’re ready to dive deeper, join my free class on reversing picky eating where I share proven strategies to help you tackle picky eating head-on. Sign up here: https://nutritionforlittles.com/freetraining-og/

See you in 2025 for more episodes!