Wild and Well | Motherhood, Postpartum Wellness and Children’s Health

Episode 89 - Understanding picky eating: A psychological perspective

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Picky eating can be frustrating (and exhausting) for parents – but there's often so much more beneath the surface than simply a child being "fussy." 

In this episode, I explore some of the psychological factors that can contribute to and maintain selective eating in children. 

I chat about: 

  • Why it’s not just psychological – how behavioral, physiological, and environmental factors also play a role
  • How a child’s sense of calm and safety at mealtimes can directly affect their willingness to eat
  • The impact of a parent’s stress and nervous system on a child’s appetite and digestion
  • Why it’s so important to prioritize your connection with your child over the food on their plate
  • The importance of understanding your role as the provider of food and knowing what your child’s role is too 
  • Why pressure, rewards, and labels (like “picky eater”) can actually make things harder
  • How your own eating behaviors and attitudes around food shape your child’s approach to eating

    • If you’ve ever wondered why your child is so selective or how to shift the dynamic at mealtimes without pressure or power struggles, this episode is for you.

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      Wild and Well | Motherhood, Postpartum Wellness and Children’s HealthBy Dr. Hilary Claire