March 2024

Food Play: To help picky eaters try new foods

By Emma Shafqat / March 17, 2024 / Fussy eaters / 7 minutes of reading

Mealtime struggles with picky eaters can often feel like an endless battle, leaving many of us feeling frustrated, defeated, and exhausted. As a paediatric dietitian and feeding therapist, I’ve encountered countless families grappling with the challenges of raising fussy eaters, including my own. Having just qualified as an SOS feeding […]

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ARFID and Autism: Strategies and Support

By Emma Shafqat / March 1, 2024 / Fussy eaters / 12 minutes of reading

ARFID and Autism Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) is a relatively new term introduced in 2013 with its inclusion in the 5th edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) (1) Previously known as Selective Eating Disorder, ARFID marks a distinct departure from its previous classification under

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SuperNutrio: A Nutritious and Delicious Milk to Support Kids’ Growth
by Emma Shafqat
December 16, 2024
Navigating the challenges of feeding children can feel overwhelming, especially when faced with fussy eating that restricts their nutritional intake. As a parent, ensuring your child gets enough protein and calcium— which are essential for healthy growth and development—can be particularly challenging. These essential nutrients support muscle growth, strong bones, and overall well-being, yet fussy
Iron Rich Foods For Fussy Eaters
by Emma Shafqat
December 2, 2024
In this blog, iron rich foods for fussy eaters we’ll explore kid-friendly, iron-rich foods and some creative strategies to boost iron intake—helping even the pickiest eaters get the nutrients they need to thrive. Research shows that iron deficiency in children is linked to long-term cognitive and developmental delays, particularly affecting memory and learning (1). Ensuring
Lunch box ideas for picky eaters
by Emma Shafqat
October 7, 2024
This blog is about lunch box ideas for picky eaters to make lunch a fun experience and reduce stress during mealtimes. As a mum and dietitian of a fussy eater, I know how stressful it is coming up with lunch box ideas. I find it harder than coming up with dinner ideas. Most kids experience
Food Jagging – How does it impact my fussy eater?
by Emma Shafqat
August 12, 2024
If your child insists on eating the same food meal after meal, they might be experiencing a “food jag.” Food jagging occurs when a child repeatedly desires only a specific type or brand of food, prepared in a particular way, day after day. This behaviour is common and can happen at any age, including adolescence
Feeding Therapy for Picky and Problem Eaters
by Emma Shafqat
July 24, 2024
Are mealtimes a source of stress and anxiety for both you and your child? Are you struggling with fussy or problem eaters? As a trained SOS feeding therapist and a paediatric dietitian, I understand the difficulties and frustrations of feeding issues. That's why I'm here to share with you the benefits of feeding therapy and provide practical tips and strategies for implementing it at home. Learn how feeding therapy can help improve your child's relationship with food, expand their diet, and reduce mealtime stress. Join me on this journey towards creating confident eaters and fostering a healthier, happier mealtime experience.