Nutrition for Littles

5 Common Phrases Debunked

In this episode, I’m tackling the 5 most common phrases parents hear about picky eating and the 5 things we often say to our picky eaters—revealing the surprising thread that connects them. Together, we’ll break down what these phrases really mean, why they show up so often, and how understanding them can actually help you feel more empowered at the table. If you’ve ever felt stuck in the picky eating cycle, this episode will give you the insights you need to make positive shifts. Don’t forget to follow me on instagram [https://www.instagram.com/nutrition.for.littles/] and subscribe to the podcast for weekly tips to make mealtime easier! Take my free training [https://nutritionforlittles.com/freetraining-og/] on reversing picky eating—it’s less than an hour and you can start seeing results in two weeks! The post 5 Common Phrases Debunked [https://admin.mamaandmerd.com/5-common-phrases-debunked-2/] appeared first on Nutrition for Littles [https://admin.mamaandmerd.com].

The Real Reason Your Child Refuses Dinner

We’re keeping it quick and powerful today with a rapid-fire Q&A 💥 [https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/15.0.3/72x72/1f4a5.png]—three of the most common picky eating questions I’ve been getting lately (and the answers that’ll change everything for your mealtimes). In this short but packed episode, I’m tackling: 👉 [https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/15.0.3/72x72/1f449.png] How to know if you’re accidentally making picky eating worse (and why it’s not your fault) 👉 [https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/15.0.3/72x72/1f449.png] What to do when your child refuses everything you serve—without turning dinner into a battle of wills 🍽 [https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/15.0.3/72x72/1f37d.png] 👉 [https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/15.0.3/72x72/1f449.png] How to finally get your partner on the same page so you’re not sending mixed messages at the table These are the questions that every parent of a picky eater wrestles with—and I’m giving you the practical, real-world strategies to handle them with calm, confidence, and connection ❤ [https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/15.0.3/72x72/2764.png] In this episode: * The truth about “making picky eating worse” (and why you’re already doing better than you think) * What to do when you’re torn between holding boundaries and keeping the peace * The right way to approach your partner about feeding differences 💬 [https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/15.0.3/72x72/1f4ac.png] * How to stop power struggles and start teamwork at the table ✨ [https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/15.0.3/72x72/2728.png] Next steps: * Take my free training [https://nutritionforlittles.com/freetraining-og/] on reversing picky eating—it’s less than an hour and you can start seeing results in two weeks! * Subscribe to the show so you never miss an episode * Share this episode with your partner (aka “blame the crazy lady on the internet” 😉 [https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/15.0.3/72x72/1f609.png]) * Follow me on Instagram @nutrition.for.littles [https://www.instagram.com/nutrition.for.littles/] for daily tips and support You’ve got this, mama—picky eating doesn’t have to run your mealtime anymore. 💪 [https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/15.0.3/72x72/1f4aa.png] The post The Real Reason Your Child Refuses Dinner [https://admin.mamaandmerd.com/the-real-reason-your-child-refuses-dinner/] appeared first on Nutrition for Littles [https://admin.mamaandmerd.com].

Why Your Picky Eater Won’t Eat (And How to Fix It For Good)

If meal times feel like a battlefield and you’re exhausted from bribing, begging, and negotiating just to get your kid to eat something—this episode is for you 🙌 [https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/15.0.3/72x72/1f64c.png] I’m breaking down exactly why your kid is picky, why nothing you’ve tried has worked long-term, and most importantly—how to actually fix it. Because if it’s been longer than six weeks, it’s not a phase anymore. It’s a pattern. In this episode: * The 10 root causes of picky eating (most kids have 1-3 of them) * Why you’re fixing the symptom instead of the problem 🎯 [https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/15.0.3/72x72/1f3af.png] * The 3 most common root causes: skill gaps, safety issues, and developmental stages * Real stories from parents who got their kids eating 100+ new foods in months * Why your child might not feel safe at the table, and what to do about it Listen, I know what it feels like to be defeated at the table. But you’re perfectly positioned to help your kid eat new foods. They can, and they will, with the right tools and framework 💪 [https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/15.0.3/72x72/1f4aa.png] 🔥 [https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/15.0.3/72x72/1f525.png] Right now, my Picky Eating Reversal Course is 50% off for Black Friday [https://nutritionforlittles.com/black-friday/]. This is the LAST time we’re offering it at this price. Click here [https://nutritionforlittles.com/black-friday/] to enroll before the sale ends! Let’s make meal times peaceful again 🫶 [https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/15.0.3/72x72/1faf6.png] The post Why Your Picky Eater Won’t Eat (And How to Fix It For Good) [https://admin.mamaandmerd.com/why-your-picky-eater-wont-eat-and-how-to-fix-it-for-good/] appeared first on Nutrition for Littles [https://admin.mamaandmerd.com].

The #1 Mistake Parents Make With Picky Eaters During the Holidays

The holidays are full of food, family, and let’s be honest a whole lot of pressure 🍗 [https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/15.0.3/72x72/1f357.png]🎄 [https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/15.0.3/72x72/1f384.png]. In this episode, we’re talking all about how to navigate holiday meals with your picky eater without the stress, bribes, or tears. You’ll learn how to set your child up for success before the big meal even starts, handle those family comments with confidence, and actually enjoy the holidays again (yes, really!). From managing expectations to creating calm around the table, I’m giving you my best holiday-tested tips so you can trade mealtime meltdowns for connection and peace. ✨ [https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/15.0.3/72x72/2728.png] In this episode: Why holidays can make picky eating feel worse (and how to prevent it) The difference between intentional and inherent pressure 🍽 [https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/15.0.3/72x72/1f37d.png] How to plan ahead so mealtime isn’t make-or-break What to say when someone comments on your child’s eating Why “bonus meals” might be your new holiday secret weapon How to introduce holiday foods before the big day for smoother success 🎁 [https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/15.0.3/72x72/1f381.png] Bonus resources mentioned: My free training on how to reverse picky eating in under an hour (most parents see results in two weeks!) Get on the Black Friday Priority List [https://nutritionforlittles.com/sale-waitlist/black-friday/] for exclusive early access and bonuses for my signature picky eating course: Sign up here [https://nutritionforlittles.com/sale-waitlist/black-friday/] Let’s make this holiday season the year your picky eater thrives—and you finally get to sit back and enjoy it, too. ❤ [https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/15.0.3/72x72/2764.png] The post The #1 Mistake Parents Make With Picky Eaters During the Holidays [https://admin.mamaandmerd.com/the-1-mistake-parents-make-with-picky-eaters-during-the-holidays/] appeared first on Nutrition for Littles [https://admin.mamaandmerd.com].

How I Accidentally Made My Son Picky (and What Finally Fixed It)

If you’ve ever found yourself dreading mealtime 😩 [https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/15.0.3/72x72/1f629.png], begging your toddler to “just take one bite,” or cooking two (or three!) different dinners every night 🍽 [https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/15.0.3/72x72/1f37d.png], this one’s for you. In today’s episode, I’m taking you back to the season that started it all—the days when my oldest was what I lovingly call a breaditarian 🥖 [https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/15.0.3/72x72/1f956.png]. I’m sharing what it really looked like in our home when picky eating took over—how guilt, frustration, and pressure shaped our family meals, and the shift that finally turned everything around. You’ll learn the single biggest mistake most parents make (without realizing it), why pressure doesn’t actually work, and what to do instead to start transforming your mealtimes—without guilt, bribery, or begging. By the end of this episode, you’ll see that picky eating isn’t something you just have to “wait out.” There’s a better way—and it starts with understanding what’s really going on beneath the surface. 💡 [https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/15.0.3/72x72/1f4a1.png] In this episode: * Why pressure (even in sneaky forms like praise or bribery) backfires 🚫 [https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/15.0.3/72x72/1f6ab.png] * The moment I realized I was “winning the battles but losing the war” * How to rebuild connection and peace at the table ❤ [https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/15.0.3/72x72/2764.png] * Why “it’s just a phase” is one of the worst pieces of advice out there * The hope and freedom waiting on the other side of picky eating 🙌 [https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/15.0.3/72x72/1f64c.png] ✨ [https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/15.0.3/72x72/2728.png] Next steps: * Subscribe to the show so you don’t miss a new episode each week 🎧 [https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/15.0.3/72x72/1f3a7.png] * Leave a rating and review—it helps more moms find this encouragement 💕 [https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/15.0.3/72x72/1f495.png] * Follow me on Instagram @nutritionforlittles [https://instagram.com/nutritionforlittles] for daily tips and practical strategies The post How I Accidentally Made My Son Picky (and What Finally Fixed It) [https://admin.mamaandmerd.com/how-i-accidentally-made-my-son-picky-and-what-finally-fixed-it/] appeared first on Nutrition for Littles [https://admin.mamaandmerd.com].