The Easy Feed

In this episode . I'm taking you through Bread School and breaking down the different types of bread available, what to look for on the label, and how to make confident choices without feeling overwhelmed. Whether you have a picky eater, a fussy eater, or a child who will only eat white bread, this episode will help you understand where bread fits into childrens nutrition and how to choose the most nutritious option your child will actually eat.

Remember, feeding your child isn't about perfection. It's about making small, realistic improvements that support a healthy diet for fussy eaters and the whole family.

• Wholegrain vs Wholemeal Bread
• The Truth About Sourdough
• How to Read Bread Labels
• Low GI and High Fibre Breads Explained
• My Bread Ranking for Families

As a paediatric dietitian and childrens nutritionist, my goal is to help you make feeding easier, less stressful, and more nourishing for your family.

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Constipation is one of the most common gut health challenges I see in children, yet many of the early warning signs are often missed. In this episode, I unpack what constipation really looks like in kids, why it's about much more than simply not doing a poo, and how it can affect appetite, feeding behaviours, mood, gut health, and overall wellbeing.

As a paediatric dietitian with 25 years of experience in children's gut health, I explain why constipation is often more complex than just fibre and water. We explore the hidden causes, the role of the gut microbiome, withholding behaviours, toileting routines, and why early intervention matters.

If you're raising a picky eater or fussy eater who struggles with tummy pain, poor appetite, withholding, or irregular bowel habits, this episode will help you understand what's really going on and what practical steps you can take to support your child's health.

• Constipation Is More Than Not Pooing Learn the early signs parents often miss, even when children are still passing stools daily.

• The Hidden Causes Behind Constipation Discover how diet, fluid intake, dairy, withholding behaviours, gut health, and lifestyle factors can contribute.

• The Gut-Brain Connection Explained Understand how constipation can influence mood, focus, behaviour, appetite, and overall wellbeing.

• Why Fussy Eaters Are More At Risk Find out why picky eating patterns, limited food variety, and low fibre intake can impact bowel health.

• Simple Steps Parents Can Take Today Practical strategies to support healthy bowel habits, improve gut health, and reduce constipation early.

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In this episode of the Easy Feed Podcast, I'm talking about something that is so often overlooked when it comes to feeding fussy eaters: your mindset. As a Paediatric Dietitian and mum, I've seen time and time again how the way we think and feel about feeding shapes the entire mealtime experience for our children.

If you're constantly worrying about your child's eating, feeling anxious before meals, second-guessing yourself or feeling like you've failed because your child is a picky eater, this episode is for you. I share why confidence, boundaries and the energy we bring to the table matter just as much as the food itself.

Small shifts in mindset can completely change the atmosphere at mealtimes and support healthier eating habits long term.

Whether you're raising a picky eater, navigating toddler food refusal or trying to improve your child's nutrition without pressure or stress, this episode will help you rethink the way you approach feeding.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Mindset Shapes Mealtimes

• Why Feeding Feels So Emotional

• The Feeding Ecosystem Explained

• Reframing Food Refusal

• Creating Calm, Positive Mealtimes

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In this episode, I'm talking about supporting an overweight child without making food a battleground or creating a difficult relationship with their body in the process.

As a Paediatric Dietitian with 25 years of clinical experience in children's nutrition, I know how much parents worry about getting this wrong. The guilt, the confusion, the fear of saying something that tips their child into disordered eating , it's real, and it matters.

So I'm walking you through exactly how I approach this in consultations. My approach, what i do and what I definitely don't do!!

In this episode, I cover:

• Why I Never Count Calories
• How I talk about hunger and eating
• The psychy of deprivation
• The Plate Balance
• Ultra-Processed Foods and Appetite Control
• Our role as parents

Show Notes

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In this episode, I'm sharing how my nutrition advice has changed over 25 years as a paediatric dietitian—and why it matters for you and your family. When it comes to navigating a healthy diet for the family, the advice out there can feel overwhelming, contradictory, and at times, just plain wrong.

Over the years, I've had to unlearn a lot. From outdated beliefs about fats and calories to what truly supports children's nutrition, this episode is about cutting through the noise and getting back to what actually works—simple, evidence-based, and grounded in real food.

In this episode, I cover:

• Why I no longer fear healthy fats

• Butter vs margarine: what I now recommend

• How my thoughts on food additives has changed

• Why a calorie is not just a calorie

• Rethinking picky eating strategies

This episode will keep you up to date with the latest nutrition evidence from Karina - Paediatric Dietitian.

Show Notes

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Episode 86: How to Get Kids to Try New Foods

If you've got a picky eater or a fussy eater at home who lives on pasta, bread, crackers or beige foods, then this episode is for you. I'm diving into the reality of the "white diet", why so many children get stuck there, and why the usual advice around repeated exposure or "just try one bite" often doesn't work.

In this episode, I walk you through where to start and how to shift things in a way that actually works for your family.

What we cover:

• Why kids get stuck on "white foods"

• Why common feeding strategies fail

• What's really driving picky eating.

• Three practical shifts that work

• Redefining success at mealtimes.

If you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or exhausted by mealtimes, you're not alone. This episode will help you take that first step forward.

Show notes:

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Gut health is one of my favourite topics, and today I'm fully leaning into it. In this episode, I'm geeking out over kids' gut health and why it plays such a powerful role in your child's mood, immunity, digestion and long-term wellbeing.

If you've ever wondered why gut health is discussed so much online, or what it actually means for your child, this episode breaks it down in simple, practical terms. I explain how the gut microbiome works, why those trillions of microbes matter, and how small daily changes can make a meaningful difference to your child's health.

As a paediatric dietitian working closely with families, I also talk honestly about the reality many parents face — especially if you have a picky eater or fussy eater at home. Improving your child's gut health doesn't mean perfection. It starts with small, doable shifts that help support better children's nutrition over time.

If you're looking for practical guidance around nutrition for fussy eaters, improving fibre intake, and supporting a healthy diet for fussy eaters without pressure or guilt, this episode will give you a clear place to start.

• What Gut Health Actually Means A simple explanation of the gut microbiome and how bacterial communities influence your child's overall health.

• The Gut–Brain Connection Why gut health affects mood, anxiety, behaviour, sleep and emotional regulation in children.

• The Fibre Gap in Children's Diets The surprising statistics around fibre intake, vegetables and ultra-processed foods in modern childrens nutrition.

• Why Fibre Feeds the Microbiome How nutritious foods rich in fibre help beneficial gut bacteria thrive and improve immunity and wellbeing.

• One Small Change That Makes a Big Difference Practical ways to support your child's gut health today, even if you're dealing with a fussy eater.

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In this episode, I unpack the recent World Health Organization classification of processed meats and what it actually means for you and your family. After discussing this on Channel Seven's Sunrise, the response was immediate. Parents were confused and wanted clarity.

So today, I break it down properly.

We talk through the evidence, the real cancer risk data. Most importantly, I give you simple, realistic swaps using nutritious foods that are budget-friendly and practical for busy families.

Five highlights from this episode:

• What "Group 1 Carcinogen" Actually Means
• The 50 Gram Rule
• What Makes Processed Meat Risky and whether Nitrate Free is OK?
• Why Frequency Matters for Children
• Five Practical Sandwich Swaps

If you're supporting a picky eater or working towards better nutrition for fussy eaters, this episode gives you clarity and action.

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Hello and welcome back to The Easy Feed Podcast. In this episode, I'm sharing three simple, practical ways to boost your child's nutrient intake this week — without overhauling the pantry or creating more stress at mealtimes.

As a paediatric dietitian and childrens nutritionist, I know how overwhelming feeding can feel, especially if you have a picky eater or fussy eater at home. So today is about small, doable habit changes that compound over time. No perfection. No extremes. Just realistic shifts that support childrens nutrition, gut health and long-term wellbeing.

We talk about why tiny wins matter — how one extra bite, one better swap, one added drizzle can positively influence your child's healthy diet for fussy eaters. Nutrition for fussy eaters doesn't have to be complicated. It has to be consistent.

Fruit at Breakfast, Every Day How adding fruit supports fibre, antioxidants and iron absorption — and why this small step makes a big difference.

Layering Nutrient Powerhouses Simple ways to add nuts and seeds for extra nourishment without changing the meal entirely.

Why Extra Virgin Olive Oil Is Liquid Gold The science behind healthy fats, gut health and inflammation — and how to use olive oil daily.

Smarter Snack Swaps How to identify high-additive foods and choose better alternatives without going additive-free overnight.

Small Habits, Big Impact Why consistency beats intensity when building nutritious foods into busy family life.

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Let's keep feeding simple, positive and powerful.

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In today's episode, I walk you through a real-life case I've recently worked on with a family navigating fussy eating alongside ADHD medication. This little boy's food intake had been narrowing for years, his appetite was poor, and his parents were feeling stuck in an exhausting cycle of pressure, worry and frustration around mealtimes.

I unpack how ADHD medication can significantly impact appetite, why expecting children to "eat better" during the school day is often unrealistic, and how shifting the focus to when children are naturally hungrier can completely change outcomes. We talk through iron deficiency, constipation, fluid intake, growth concerns and how all of these pieces are deeply connected in children with limited diets.

I also share practical, realistic strategies to boost calories and nutrients without forcing more food, reduce stress around lunchboxes, and help parents feel confident that they are not failing their child. This episode is especially relevant if you're supporting a picky eater or fussy eater with low appetite, poor weight gain, or nutrient concerns.

If this episode resonates, you're not alone – and there is a clear, supportive way forward.

Episode highlights

• ADHD medication and appetite – Why reduced appetite is common and how to work around it

• Timing nutrition strategically – Front-loading and back-ending the day to maximise intake

• Iron, constipation and growth – How low iron and bowel health affect appetite and energy

• Making foods work harder – Increasing calories and nutrients without increasing volume

• Reducing mealtime pressure – Supporting a healthier relationship with food for the whole family

Show notes

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