Frequently Asked Questions
How is this different from other programs?
Most picky eating programs are for toddlers. This makes sense, as picky eating is a normal developmental phase. But you’ve moved passed the tricks that work for toddlers. Your 12-year-old doesn’t want to feed their stuffed animal purees…..
Another difference with Food School is that we work with the whole family. What you learn in Food School takes place within your own home. This can be more effective than working in-office with a therapist, which sometimes just doesn’t translate to progress at home. We will address why your child is a picky eater, which is often ignored and why other strategies don’t work.
You will receive in-depth learning and activities that will positively impact your entire family.
How much time will this take?
Each live training/ Q&A will take about 60 minutes, depending on the questions we get.
The activities can be worked into your regular day-to-day schedules. If you’re tight for time, we can craft a plan where your child learns to try new foods at current snack or meal times, which won’t take additional time out of your already busy day.
I know you’re busy! But once you control this picky eating thing, think of all the time you will SAVE by ending short-order-cook syndrome and fighting with your kids.
Is 8 hours of time over eight weeks worth that?! Hell YES!
Can I claim this under extended health benefits?
For most of my clients, the answer is yes. Many have $500 per person per year in dietitian services to use. I can split the receipts up to include multiple family members participating in the program, and you can submit them for reimbursem*nt.
Call your benefits provider to check that they cover services provided by a dietitian in Alberta, Canada.
The cost of in-person group feeding therapies (if you can find one) is a significantly higher investment of time and money.
Even if you don’t have benefits – what is it worth to you to get rid of short-order cook syndrome, end dinner time battles, and raise your kids to have a healthy relationship with food? Priceless!
Will I get 1:1 support?
Yes, this isn’t a do-it-yourself online course.
You won’t be just a number. There will be a max of 10 families per round, so I can provide you all with lots of love and attention!
I will be in our private group community daily (minus most weekends) to check in on you. And see you live weekly on our calls to help troubleshoot.
You have my expert help and the support of a small group of other parents going through the same struggles as you are.
Is Food School right for my child?
Food School is designed for children around ages 6-13 who are extremely picky eaters. You can check out my “End Picky Eating” program if you have a younger child.
It can even work for children with autism (who are verbal), pediatric feeding disorder, sensory processing disorder and oral motor challenges. If your child has any of these diagnoses, they may also be working with additional healthcare providers, and this program is a great add-on.
As for the parents: it’s not just your child that has to be a good fit. YOU have to be willing to have realistic expectations, put in the work to try new things and believe in your child.
Food School is NOT for you if you’re unwilling to make changes. I may ask you to do things differently! It may make you nervous, and it requires putting some trust in your child.
Or if your child has anxiety, OCD or ARFID that affects their eating, these are mental health struggles that require treatment by a psychologist. Just to note – many AFRID diagnoses are not correct and are actually Pediatric Feeding Disorder, which I CAN help with!
If you’re still unsure, feel free to email [emailprotected], and I can help you decide if Food School is a good fit.
What can I expect by the end of this program?
Since your child has been a picky eater for years, it will not likely be a quick change. However, one benefit of older picky eaters is they often have some self-motivation (they want to be able to go to camp or eat at a friend’s house!)
I can’t guarantee that your child will eat 15 foods by the end of the program. But I can guarantee that you will:
- Feel confident that your child is getting the nutrition they need.
- Have reduced stress around the table about what your kid eats.
- Feel fully supported with expert guidance and community with other parents during the program.
- Have the tools and processes required to continue to work on expanding your child’s diet.
When are the coaching calls, and what if I can’t make them?
Live trainings are scheduled for Thursdays at 10am MT/2pm ET for 8 weeks starting Oct 5th. But I want this program to work for everyone- if this time works for you don’t let that be a barrier. Email me ([emailprotected]) and it’s possible to move some or all of the calls around so everyone can make some of them.
You can always watch the replays if you can’t make the live calls. And you’re welcome to send me your questions beforehand, and I can address them on the calls.
