How To Get Your Kid to Actually Try a Vegetable Tonight (with Jennifer Anderson From Kids Eat in Color)

Getting your child to eat vegetables can turn dinner into a nightly power struggle. You serve the broccoli, carrots, or cauliflower; your child refuses, and suddenly you're negotiating over every bite. If you've ever wondered how to get kids to eat vegetables without making everyone miserable, registered dietitian Jennifer Anderson of Kids Eat in Color has a surprisingly simple approach.In this episode of Educated Parent, I talk with Jennifer about taking the pressure, guilt, and morality out of feeding kids. We discuss why picky eaters often become even more resistant when they sense pressure, what healthy eating for kids can look like without forcing bites, and practical parenting tips that can make dinner feel more relaxed and connected.In this episode, you'll learn:Why learning how to get kids to eat vegetables starts with letting go of the idea that your success as a parent depends on what your child eatsWhy telling picky eaters they "have to try it" can actually make them more resistant to unfamiliar foodsWhy modeling the behavior you want is one of the simplest parenting tips you can try at dinner tonightWhy laughter, jokes, and connection at the dinner table can support a less stressful approach to healthy eating for kidsYou don't need another complicated dinner strategy or a new way to convince your child to take "just one bite." Jennifer's approach to how to get kids to eat vegetables is about changing the environment instead of controlling the outcome. These parenting tips can help you take the pressure off picky eaters while building a more positive approach to healthy eating for kids - one toothpick, laugh, and low-pressure meal at a time.RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Feed Them Well by Jennifer AndersonLET'S CONNECT:Thriving Child CenterPCIT ExpertsCalm and Connected ProgramInstagramLove having expert tips you can actually use? Join our newsletter and get a beautifully designed PDF of each episode’s top 3 takeaways—delivered straight to your inbox every week.Are you a provider? Subscribe here for professional insights and parenting resources!Have a parenting question or a topic you'd love to hear on the podcast? Submit your question here!CONNECT WITH JENNIFER ANDERSON:WebsiteInstagramTikTok