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Breaking Down Pediatric Feeding Challenges with Feeding Matters’ Jaclyn Pederson
In this episode, we sit down with Jaclyn Pederson, CEO of Feeding Matters and a dedicated mom, to dive deep into the world of pediatric feeding disorders. Jaclyn shares her personal journey as a mother navigating the...
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Sensory Play for Picky Eaters: Creative Ways to Help Your Child Explore Food
In this episode, Christine Miroddi Yoder dives into the concept of sensory play and how it can help children progress from being fearful eaters to more adventurous foodies. She discusses sensory processing and the...
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WIll My Picky Eater Starve?
In this episode, Christine Miroddi Yoder addresses the concern many parents have about whether their picky eater will starve if they refuse to eat. She explains that while children who eat a limited variety of foods...
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Genetics and Picky Eating: A New Study!
In today's episode, we dive into a recent study on twins and picky eating, exploring whether picky eating is influenced more by genetics (nature) or by environment (nurture). The study suggests that genetics play a...
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4 Things You Are NOT Doing To Improve Your Child's Relationship With Food
In this episode, we're diving into four common mistakes parents make when trying to improve their child's relationship with food. These mistakes, although easy to make, can sometimes make things worse. Join us as we...
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Why Does No One Talk About Parent Training In Picky Eating
In this episode, we dive into the often-overlooked aspect of parent training in picky eating therapies. While many therapies focus solely on the child, they frequently miss the critical role parents play in fostering...
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Don't Make This Mistake When Picking New Food For Your Picky Eater
In this episode, we delve into the concept of food chaining, a method used to introduce new foods to picky eaters by connecting them with familiar favorites. While this technique can be effective, the biggest mistake...
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Don't Believe This Picky Eating Myth
In this episode, we'll explore a common myth that kids will eventually eat when they’re hungry enough. The truth is, fear can be a powerful barrier that prevents children from eating, even when they are genuinely...
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Can Picky Eating Be Prevented?
In this episode, Christine Miroddi Yoder explores whether picky eating can be prevented, highlighting the difference between typical developmental picky eating phases and more severe food aversions. She explains that...
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How Is Picky Eating Related to Autism?
In today's episode, we're diving into the fascinating and important topic of the connection between picky eating and autism. While having a picky eater doesn't necessarily mean your child has autism, many children on...
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When Is Picky Eating Normal?
In this episode of How To Unpicky Your Picky Eater, Christine Miroddi Yoder, a speech pathologist and holistic feeding therapist, dives into the topic of picky eating to help parents understand what is considered...
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What is a Holistic Functional Feeding Therapist?
In this episode of How To Unpicky Your Picky Eater, Christine Miroddi Yoder, a speech pathologist and holistic feeding therapist, explains what it means to adopt a holistic approach to feeding therapy for children...
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