Celebrating Successes in Feeding–More Often!

Celebrating Successes in Feeding–More Often!

“It’s not working! He isn’t eating!” Let’s talk about what “working” means. Kay Toomey, pediatric psychologist and founder of the SOS Approach to Feeding (with which I have a love-hate relationship*), created the 32 Steps to...
The Healthiest Food in the World

The Healthiest Food in the World

  In a recent interview, I was asked, “What is your favorite healthy food?” I laughed and responded, “Wedding cake!” Silence on the other end of the call. It’s not expected that a registered dietitian will list cake among the healthiest foods, but that is because...
Got A Picky Eater?

Got A Picky Eater?

Do you have a picky eater? First, don’t call them picky (yes, I know I started it). Try something softer: He is still learning about foods She is cautious around food He is selective at meals Labeling a child with something negative will only lead to a bigger problem....
Eating Your Emotions? But is it really a problem?

Eating Your Emotions? But is it really a problem?

Written with Gila Glassberg, MS, RDN, CDN Are you feeling… Just a little burnt out? You picked up dry cleaning for a home-bound friend. You made dinner for another friend who just had a baby. You donated to the school fundraiser. You baked the cakes for the shul...
Why to Pass on Food Rules in Class

Why to Pass on Food Rules in Class

It’s back to school time! And what a back-to-school it’s been, here in 2021. Some kids were in school last year, some were in-schooled, out-schooled, home-schooled, virtual-schooled. You name it, it’s represented in these classrooms. But one thing has stayed the...
Guide to Division of Responsibility (Satter)

Guide to Division of Responsibility (Satter)

Division of Responsibility is the basis of a positive feeding relationship with your child. This handout provides the basics, a bit about establishing boundaries, and an explanation about the overlap with Intuitive Eating. For more information, a good place to start...