4: What happened? My child used to eat more foods and now won't.

Many parents feel confused when their child once ate a wide variety of foods and later begins refusing foods they previously enjoyed. This change can feel sudden and concerning, but in many cases, it reflects normal development rather than regression.In this episode, we explore how children grow from reflexive eating to intentional eating, how changes in food predictability can affect acceptance, and how developing preferences and independence influence food choices.In this episode, we discuss:Why children may stop eating foods they once acceptedHow changes in texture, taste, and predictability affect eatingThe role of autonomy and developing decision-makingWhy children return to familiar foods when uncertainHow to understand food refusal as part of developmentThis episode offers reassurance and understanding to help parents navigate this common stage with confidence.