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children's slippery slope into fussy eating can cause much stress and worry to parents. Kidzeat can help you.

Parenting your Fussy Eater
on the Path to Confident Eating with Marie-France Laval the Fussy Eater Specialist.
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Dietitian-Nutritionist, Clinical Hypnotherapist and Psychotherapist, Counsellor and Home Economist

30/09/2025

💭 "What if this makes my tummy hurt?" 🍽️😞

An experience with constipation can create real fear around food.

If eating once led to pain, your child may now associate meals with discomfort.

Dealing with chronic constipation is important, talking to your GP and perhaps to a continence nurse may further help.

Gentle reassurance, no-pressure meals and plenty to drink can help rebuild confidence.

29/08/2025

😞 "My GP Dismissed My Concerns About My Extreme Fussy Eater—Why?" 🍽️

Many parents hear, “They’ll grow out of it.” But when mealtimes are full of meltdowns, anxiety, and food refusal, it’s more than just a phase.

Trust your instincts. You know your child best—keep advocating for the support they need. 💛

21/08/2025

🍊 Ever spat out the fibrous bits of a mandarin? It’s not true texture sensitivity, but it gives us a glimpse of how tricky — even triggering — textures can feel for kids.

When a bite feels uncomfortable, the body slips straight into avoidance mode. That’s why foods suddenly “drop off the menu” — especially wet or mixed textures like mandarins, yoghurts with bits, or lumpy soups.

✨ What helps?
👉 Start small: blot juicy foods or smooth out lumps.
👉 Then try flavour pairing — bring in a taste your child already loves to make that new texture feel safer.
👉 And above all… 100% zero pressure. Calm mealtimes = real progress.

💡 Save this for your next meal time!

30/07/2025

🍽️ "I Offer Food Kindly, But My Child Still Reacts!" 😞

Even the gentlest approach can feel like pressure to an anxious child.

Past experiences, fear of expectations, or food anxiety can trigger big reactions. Trust takes time.

When pressure is off, confidence grows. 💛

30/06/2025

🍪 Why Does My Child Prefer Snack Foods Over Meals? 🍽️🤔

Snack food feel safe because it's predictable and easy to eat. it is often crunchy and soft and this accommodates the children's sensitivity to textures.

Ruling out challenging foods further reduces your child's capacity to overcome challenges.

Gentle exposure, a pressure-free approach, and a mix of familiar + new foods, can help your child can gain confidence at mealtimes!

But that's not enough. 😅

➡️➡️➡️Children also need food familiarisation and skills to reduce sensory sensitivities.

31/03/2025

🍽️ Is your child stressed at mealtimes?

By talking about food at meals you might be unintentionally adding pressure.

👉Instead Model eating and talk about your day to give your child some space to explore foods.

20/02/2025

“It’s not just a phase, and it’s not your fault.” 🙌 As a dietitian, hypnotherapist, and psychotherapist, I take a unique, holistic approach to help kids overcome fussy eating.
🧠 + ❤️

✨ I focus on
1️⃣ Parenting strategies to build trust
2️⃣ Food progressions for sensory needs
3️⃣ Emotional regulation at mealtimes

📌 Let’s make meals about growth, not stress. 💬 DM me to chat!

www.fussyeater.com.au

13/02/2025

🍏 "It’s a long road, but the results are worth it!"

Anna Hessels shares:
✨ “Marie gave us tools to manage our fussy eaters, and we’re already seeing improvements. Highly recommend!”

Let me help you take the first step towards happier meals today. 💚
🍏 https://zurl.co/sXYP
✉️ mariefrance@fussyeater.com.au
📞 0421 843 038

10/02/2025

✨ Every Touch Tells a Story ✨

Comfort with food grows when we:
✔️ Plan regular mealtime moments
✔️ Keep familiar foods around
✔️ Let curiosity lead
✔️ Stay calm

Comfort can look like:
🍽️ Moving food on the plate
🥄 Exploring with utensils
👩🍳 Helping with meals

Remember:
Your child’s pace is perfect. 💛

💡 Tip: Keep food pressure-free, and watch them explore.

Book your free chat! Link in bio.

10/02/2025

Indeed much sensory exposure is needed for kids to progress to bringing the food to their mouth!

Are you ready to explore with your kiddos? This is how to do it:
❤️Bench, shop or garden time,
❤️No expectations
❤️No pressure
❤️Regular exposure!

Let me know how you go!

03/02/2025

🍴 Did you know?
Fussy eating isn’t just about food—it’s about emotions too.

😟 Anxiety, frustration, and pressure can make mealtimes tough for everyone. That’s why I help parents:

Recognise emotional triggers.
Build trust and connection at the table.
Support their child through empathy and patience.

💪 Together, we transform the stress into success, one bite at a time.

30/01/2025

🌟 "Stress-free family meals? Yes, please!"

Elisa’s story:
💬 “Marie-France’s approach took the stress out of our family meals and gave me the confidence to raise kids with a healthy relationship with food!”

I’m here to help you build happy mealtimes one bite at a time! 🍽️
🍏 https://zurl.co/Jjln
✉️ mariefrance@fussyeater.com.au
📞 0421 843 038

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Elsternwick, VIC

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 8:30pm
Tuesday	9am - 8:30pm
Wednesday	9am - 8:30pm
Thursday	9am - 8:30pm
Friday	9am - 8:30pm

Telephone

+61421843038

Website

https://www.fussyeater.com.au/

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