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Let me guess...

You’ve been Pinterest-ing, Google-ing, Instagram-ing.

None of the free tips have worked (or else you wouldn’t be reading this right now).

You’re still feeling like you need support to get to the bottom of YOUR child’s picky eating.

If you're ready to spend less time researching and more time implementing - you're in the right place.

Picky eating is complicated and requires a full assessment to find your child's "why"

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Our main focuses:

  1. Identify underlying medical conditions, micronutrient deficiencies, and food sensitivities that could be contributing to food selectivity

  2. Ensure your child is getting enough nutrients and calories to grow and thrive

  3. Expand diet to include accepted foods that support nourishment and growth

  4. Build a healthy relationship with food by making eating fun and enjoyable that lasts a lifetime 

A unique approach - just for you and your family

Treating complex picky eating is not one size fits all. Your child’s health, food preferences, personality, and your family dynamic all deserve a strategic approach to meet you where you are at. Your path will be different than someone else’s. I am here to guide you and your family through your journey to more peaceful, nourishing mealtimes.

 

Your child’s picky eating can be connected to so much more that we can’t see under the surface. I help my clients identify reasons for picky eating and work to nourish them in creative ways that take into account their unique preferences.

 

We take a holistic approach to nutrition care. This means that I will inquire about your child’s sleep, activity, stooling, and personality. We take an integrative and functional approach to finding the root cause - no quick fixes around here (like a multivitamin or Miralax).

Our Mission: 
nourishing kids, nurturing families

My promise to you is that I will:

  • Preserve and support the relationship between parents and children and protect the family dynamic; foster connection above all else

  • Help parents feel safe, confident, and supported during eating/mealtimes

  • Identify creative ways to improve your child’s nutrition and flexibility with new foods

  • Assess developmental, sensory, motor, emotional, independence, and confidence as it relates to eating

  • Ensure your child is nourished and set up for a long-term positive relationship with food.

  • Collaborate with and/or refer to other providers: occupational therapists, speech therapists, and pediatricians, when needed

initial evaluation

All appointment types start here! We will do a deep dive on your child's preferred foods, eating patterns/habits, and create a plan for nourishing them moving forward. You'll get off our first call with a clear plan forward - whether the 3 month plan and/or lab testing is right for you, or if intermittent check ins would be best for you and your family.

month 2
as needed
month 3
  • Limited Food Variety / Resistance to Trying New Foods
    Our goal is to nourish your child now for optimal development and growth; but also cultivate a lifelong love for nutritious foods Together we will help your child learn to try and eventually accept a broader rainbow of foods, including fruits, vegetables, and protein for a more balanced and nutrient dense diet We support kids who are picky/opinionated/stubborn eaters (choose your adjective). This also includes, but is not limited to, children who have a diagnosis of: Feeding Difficulties, Failure to Thrive, Pediatric Feeding Disorder (PFD), Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD), developmental delays, G-tube dependence Utilizing your child’s unique skills and personality, we will craft a personalized approach to increase acceptance of foods on their plate We will help your child be more open to trying different foods without the battle, meeting each child where they are at and addressing any aversions to certain textures
  • Mealtime Stress
    We offer practical advice to ease mealtime stress by streamlining meal preparation – making ONE meal without stress Create a positive eating environment; making nourishment a more enjoyable family event Learn how to be considerate but NOT cater to your child's food preferences Learn to navigate feeding your children without transferring your own food and body struggles to them Stop coaxing kids to eat more foods or constantly making new foods items Finally relax at mealtimes knowing your child is getting the nutrition they need
  • Nutrient Deficiencies / Growth Concerns
    Personalized strategies to ensure your child is receiving adequate nutrients and calories to grow, thrive, and develop optimally Discover easy ways to provide balanced, nutritious meals that support healthy development Discuss your child’s growth with a professional in detail - stop stressing about your child's nutrition and growth and receive a plan on how to improve growth Micronutrient testing options available
  • Cohesive Family Meals
    Learn how to accomplish serving the same meal for everyone Build a healthy relationship with food while making mealtimes enjoyable and pleasant Learn how help kids want to stay at the table longer Reduce stress around mealtimes by creating a framework for meals and snacks that provides structure for your family while also granting flexibility and freedom Practical suggestions to shift your conversations around food to promote peace with food
  • Unique Challenges Through Stages of Development
    The Early Years Guidance when starting solids at 6 months+ Support transitioning from formula to milk and food at 12months+ Address poor sleep for toddlers Teens and preteens Create a roadmap for advancing foods so your child can feel more confident when eating with friends and peers Teach independent teens how to make healthier food choices (despite hearing it from you over and over and over again)
  • Improve Gut Health
    Did you know that 70% of the immune system is in the gut? Improving gut health = improving the immune system and better resilience during cold and flu season We provide tailored solutions to promote digestive health and overall well-being through diet + supplementation Conquer constipation once and for all - without turning to pharmaceuticals like Miralax Improve GI symptoms like constipation, excess gas, bloating, and diarrhea Address SIBO (small intestine bacterial overgrowth) without harsh antibiotics Microbiome testing available
  • Nutrition’s Influence on Mood/Behavior
    Address the link between nutrition and brain health Tackle nutrient deficiencies that can exacerbate ADHD/autism symptoms Support sleep quality and duration Impact of diet on blood sugar, mood, sleep, concentration/focus, and overall physical and emotional well-being

Here are common concerns we help families with: 
 

  • Limited Food Variety / Resistance to Trying New Foods
    Our goal is to nourish your child now for optimal development and growth; but also cultivate a lifelong love for nutritious foods Together we will help your child learn to try and eventually accept a broader rainbow of foods, including fruits, vegetables, and protein for a more balanced and nutrient dense diet We support kids who are picky/opinionated/stubborn eaters (choose your adjective). This also includes, but is not limited to, children who have a diagnosis of: Feeding Difficulties, Failure to Thrive, Pediatric Feeding Disorder (PFD), Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD), developmental delays, G-tube dependence Utilizing your child’s unique skills and personality, we will craft a personalized approach to increase acceptance of foods on their plate We will help your child be more open to trying different foods without the battle, meeting each child where they are at and addressing any aversions to certain textures
  • Mealtime Stress
    We offer practical advice to ease mealtime stress by streamlining meal preparation – making ONE meal without stress Create a positive eating environment; making nourishment a more enjoyable family event Learn how to be considerate but NOT cater to your child's food preferences Learn to navigate feeding your children without transferring your own food and body struggles to them Stop coaxing kids to eat more foods or constantly making new foods items Finally relax at mealtimes knowing your child is getting the nutrition they need
  • Nutrient Deficiencies / Growth Concerns
    Personalized strategies to ensure your child is receiving adequate nutrients and calories to grow, thrive, and develop optimally Discover easy ways to provide balanced, nutritious meals that support healthy development Discuss your child’s growth with a professional in detail - stop stressing about your child's nutrition and growth and receive a plan on how to improve growth Micronutrient testing options available
  • Cohesive Family Meals
    Learn how to accomplish serving the same meal for everyone Build a healthy relationship with food while making mealtimes enjoyable and pleasant Learn how help kids want to stay at the table longer Reduce stress around mealtimes by creating a framework for meals and snacks that provides structure for your family while also granting flexibility and freedom Practical suggestions to shift your conversations around food to promote peace with food
  • Unique Challenges Through Stages of Development
    The Early Years Guidance when starting solids at 6 months+ Support transitioning from formula to milk and food at 12months+ Address poor sleep for toddlers Teens and preteens Create a roadmap for advancing foods so your child can feel more confident when eating with friends and peers Teach independent teens how to make healthier food choices (despite hearing it from you over and over and over again)
  • Improve Gut Health
    Did you know that 70% of the immune system is in the gut? Improving gut health = improving the immune system and better resilience during cold and flu season We provide tailored solutions to promote digestive health and overall well-being through diet + supplementation Conquer constipation once and for all - without turning to pharmaceuticals like Miralax Improve GI symptoms like constipation, excess gas, bloating, and diarrhea Address SIBO (small intestine bacterial overgrowth) without harsh antibiotics Microbiome testing available
  • Nutrition’s Influence on Mood/Behavior
    Address the link between nutrition and brain health Tackle nutrient deficiencies that can exacerbate ADHD/autism symptoms Support sleep quality and duration Impact of diet on blood sugar, mood, sleep, concentration/focus, and overall physical and emotional well-being
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