Why the Advice You're Getting About Picky Eating Is Probably Wrong
I’m so excited to share an article I wrote for First Time Parents magazine about picky eating and why so much of the advice out there can actually backfire. In the piece, I walk through a better way to approach feeding challenges with your child—responsive feeding—and practical strategies you can use right away to make mealtimes calmer and more enjoyable. — Stephanie
Excerpt:
“If you’ve ever felt frustrated at mealtimes with a toddler who doesn’t eat the way you expected, you’re not alone.
Parents often hear advice like:
‘Just let them be hungry—they’ll eventually eat it,’ or ‘Hide vegetables in their food—they won’t notice!’
But studies show this doesn’t help—and can even make eating more stressful.
There’s a better way. Responsive feeding is the approach recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics and the World Health Organization.
It helps children build confidence and independence at the table—and learn to trust their bodies.”
