13. Helping Your Picky Eater with Alisha Grogan

If you have a picky eater at home, you are definitely not alone. Many parents worry about what their child is eating, how little they seem to eat, or whether mealtimes will always feel this stressful.

In this episode, Allison sits down with pediatric occupational therapist Alisha Grogan to talk about what picky eating really means, why it happens, and the simple strategies that can help expand your child's food choices over time.

They also discuss an important distinction: not all picky eating is the same. Some children go through a typical phase, while others may have underlying challenges that make eating genuinely difficult. Understanding the difference can help parents know when to stay the course and when to seek support.

You'll walk away with practical, realistic tools you can start using right away, without pressure, power struggles, or short-order cooking.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• The difference between typical picky eating and more serious feeding challenges

• Why picky eating often starts between ages one and two

• How constant snacking can actually reduce your child's appetite

• Why hiding vegetables can backfire (and what to do instead)

• The importance of giving kids control at the table

• How to build a structure that supports healthy eating habits

• When picky eating is something to watch more closely

• Why early support can make a big difference

Connect with Alisha on her website or on Instagram, or sign up for the first class (it's FREE) Allison took with Alisha

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Hosted by pediatric sleep coach Allison Egidi, each episode delivers real solutions for every stage—from navigating newborn sleep struggles and weaning night feedings to helping your 3-year-old fall asleep independently (and stay asleep!). Whether you're trying to make sense of daycare sleep patterns, craving your evenings back, or simply need a working mom podcast to keep you grounded, you're in the right place.

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