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EPISODE · Jun 25, 2026 · 13 MIN

Is it my fault if my child is a fussy eater? What the science says about the real reasons behind picky eating.

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In this episode of the Food for Kids podcast, we're looking into the science behind why children can be fussy or anxious with food, especially with new foods.As parents we usually decide that it's our fault whenever our kids struggle and there are lots of messages in society and from family and friends that reinforces that guilt. But the science says that lots of other factors are involved, and hopefully by the end of this episode you will feel a bit better about your child's eating and that you do have the ability to help them.Links in this episode:The Foodies Food Familiarity workshop: https://thefoodiesbooks.com/resources/intro-food-familiarity/Episode on sensory issues: https://thefoodies.org/ffk12Episode on relaxed mealtimes: https://thefoodies.org/ffk34Episode on food chaining: https://thefoodies.org/ffk76Episodes on your own relationship with food: https://thefoodies.org/ffk60 and https://thefoodies.org/ffk84Episode on food games away from the table: https://thefoodies.org/ffk39Episode on how to talk to children about food: https://thefoodies.org/ffk71Music "Happy Days" by Simon Folwar via Uppbeat

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