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Jun 2024
37m 32s

A Nutritionist's Guide to Feeding Picky ...

JORDAN LEE DOOLEY
About this episode

If you're a parent, you've probably faced challenges with feeding your children at some point.

Whether your child refuses to try new foods, throws all their food, only wants to eat dessert, or struggles to sit at the table, it can be frustrating to know how to help your child get nutritious meals.  

In this episode, Jordan talks with dietition and the founder of @kids.eat.in.color Jennifer Anderson about how to handle picky eating and other common eating struggles.

Tune in to learn:

  • How to set realistic expectations for meal times
  • Tips for kids who won't try new foods
  • Why our language around mealtime and food matters
  • What to do when your child throws food
  • How to promote a healthy diet without instilling a negative relationship with food

Want to dig deeper into this topic? Check out these resources mentioned in the episode:

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