Does Summer Make Picky Eating Worse? 5 Expert Tips to Make Mealtimes Easier

Season #3

Is summer making your child’s picky eating even harder to manage? You’re not alone — summer’s lack of routine, sugary treats, loud barbecues, and camp food surprises can quickly turn mealtimes into meltdowns.

In this episode, pediatric feeding expert Christine Miroddi Yoder shares 5 essential summer survival strategies to help your picky eater feel safe, stay nourished, and even explore new foods during the most chaotic season of the year.

Learn how to:

  • Create a travel snack kit that avoids sugar crashes

  • Handle picky eating at camp with confidence

  • Pack the right foods for barbecues and playdates

  • Build flexibility with challenge foods outside the home

  • Use summer as a launchpad for smoother school-year routines

If your child is a fearful, stuck, or curious eater, you’ll walk away with practical tools to make this summer feel less stressful — and maybe even fun!

🎧 Tune in and take the quiz at www.thepickyeaterstest.com to find your child’s feeding level and get personalized next steps.