ARFID vs Picky Eating: Red Flags, Anxiety Signs, and What Helps
The Nourished Child
When picky eating is extreme, it’s rarely just about the food. Pediatric dietitian Katharine Jeffcoat explains how anxiety and sensory challenges impact eating, what helps beyond nutrition, and how to reduce pressure at the table—plus a simple “food science” approach to support progress.
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The Nutrition Shift That Changes Everything in 2026
The Nourished Child
A powerful reframe on child nutrition for 2026—why food alone isn’t enough and how a whole-child approach supports lifelong health and well-being.
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Fiber for Kids Made Simple: How to Boost Gut Health and Regularity
The Nourished Child
Fiber researcher, Joanne Slavin, discusses fiber for kids and why it’s so important to their health.
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A Conversation about Obesity Meds for Kids
The Nourished Child
Pediatrician and mom, Dr. Chrissie Ott, chats about the use of GLP-1 meds in kids and teens.
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Navigate Thanksgiving Food Dynamics like a Pro
The Nourished Child
Let’s talk turkey! Learn how to make Thanksgiving a positive experience to remember, especially if you have a picky eater or a child with high weight.
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New Treatments for ARFID in Children
The Nourished Child
Feeding therapist, Kelly Komisaruk, chats about ARFID in kids and teens and the new treatment she’s using to help them overcome anxiety about food.
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Beyond Salt and Water: Practical Nutrition Strategies for Families Navigating POTS in Children
The Nourished Child
Registered dietitian Cheryl Harris teaches us about Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome, or POTS, in children, including how to manage symptoms with nutrition.
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Understanding PANS/PANDAS: How Diet Can Make a Difference
The Nourished Child
Registered dietitian, Shannon Leatherman discusses PANS/PANDAS illness and how nutrition can help reduce inflammation and help your child heal.
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Win the Veggie War with Real Life Strategies that Work with Sarah Schlichter
The Nourished Child
Registered dietitian, Sarah Schlichter shares actionable, real-world strategies that help parents increase their child's intake of fruits and vegetables without turning mealtime into a battle.
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Heal Your Relationship with Food and Raise Competent Eaters with Jessica Setnick
The Nourished Child
Jessica Setnick helps parents heal their relationship with food, what she calls the “inner eater,” so you can raise a competent eater.
info_outlineLet’s talk turkey! Learn how to make Thanksgiving a positive experience to remember, especially if you have a picky eater or a child with high weight.