Struggling with a toddler who thinks broccoli is a personal attack? You’re not alone — and this episode is for you.

This week, we’re joined by Lisa Baker, a Clinical Nutritionist and the creative force behind @the.coffee.table.nutritionist (https://www.instagram.com/the.coffee.table.nutritionist). Lisa is also the author of the Dinner Plate Pals children’s book series — designed to make mealtimes less of a battle and more of a bonding moment.

Together, we dive into:

    •    Why toddlers become fussy eaters (spoiler: it’s not your fault)

    •    Practical tips to reduce mealtime stress

    •    How to foster a healthy relationship with food — without forcing a single bite

    •    The magic of storytelling and play in nutrition education

Whether you’re dealing with food refusals, dinner table meltdowns, or just want to feel less alone in the chaos, Lisa brings the goods with compassion, humour, and evidence-based advice.

Mentioned in this episode:

🧠 The Dinner Plate Pals books (https://www.thedinnerplatepals.com)

📲 Follow Lisa on Instagram: @the.coffee.table.nutritionist (https://www.instagram.com/the.coffee.table.nutritionist)

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