by Jenny Friedman, RD | Nov 11, 2019
It’s been a while since we’ve talked about food chaining, a strategy that creates links between preferred foods and new foods to help picky eaters expand the variety in their diets. It’s like creating a bridge from a preferred food to a new one. But it doesn’t matter...
by Jenny Friedman, RD | Nov 4, 2019
What should you say when your picky eater tells you I DON’T LIKE IT? Your response can keep them in the “I don’t like it” zone or it can help them move forward. I like responses that suggest the possibility of them one day feeling differently. Let your child know that...
by Jenny Friedman, RD | Oct 28, 2019
You can cajole, beg, ask, plead, sing, and dance to get your child to try new foods. These techniques are something every parent has tried. But they’re not the ones that really work. Instead, these techniques can make your child feel pressured to taste something they...
by Jenny Friedman, RD | Oct 21, 2019
I heard this great picky eating tip that totally changes the game. Before I share it, let’s back up a bit. Phrases that Can Reinforce Picky Eating Picky eating can have many causes – a health condition like autism or reflux, belly issues like constipation, and/or...
by Jenny Friedman, RD | Oct 7, 2019
This article shares Halloween treats for picky eaters who might not like candy or want to celebrate Halloween without food. Halloween can become stickier than a trick-or-treater’s hands for a child with autism and sensory issues. The deviation from routine combined...
