Why "They'll Eat if They're Hungry" Doesn't Always Work for Picky Eaters

“They’ll eat if they’re hungry.” This CAN be true for many kids when it comes to feeding and picky eating, but for some kids it’s not great advise. I welcome Dr. Taylor Arnold, a PhD, registered dietician, and founder Growing Intuitive Eaters and she is on a mission to foster a healthy relationship with food and teach adults how to talk to kids about food in a positive way.

She joins me to discuss: 

• Why this advice can lack a lot of nuance 

• When to know or be concerned your child may have an underlying issue regarding feeding solids

• Why online guidance around feeding sometimes lacks necessary nuance

To connect with Dr. Taylor Arnold follow her on Instagram @growing.intuitive.eaters, check out all her resources at https://msha.ke/growingintuitiveeaters

00:00 – Intro

01:29 – Meet Dr. Taylor Arnold

03:45 – Let’s Break It Down: Why That Phrase Fails Some Kids

06:09 – Medical and Sensory Red Flags to Watch For

08:11 – So What Should Parents Do Instead?

10:56 – Red Flags That Signal It’s Time to Act

13:32 – A Pediatrician and Parent’s Perspective on Feeling Brushed Off

15:05 – Feeding, Sleep, and Behavior: The Pediatric Trifecta

15:58 – A Final Feeding Pet Peeve: School Nutrition Assignments

20:03 – Final Takeaway: If You’re Not Being Heard, Get Louder

21:54 – Where to Find Dr. Taylor Arnold’s Free Resources

22:55 – Dr. Mona’s Closing Reflections

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