The Easy Feed

In this episode of The Easy Feed Podcast, I'm unpacking one of the biggest challenges parents face with a picky eater or fussy eater: understanding why children resist new foods in the first place. Because the truth is, there isn't one simple reason. Every child is different, and the strategies that work for one family may not work for another.
I'll introduce you to my Feeding Ecosystem Framework, the approach I developed through 25 years as a paediatric dietitian and my own experience as a mum navigating fussy eating. Once you understand the child, the parent, and the feeding environment, you can stop guessing and start using strategies that actually support long-term progress.
In This Episode
Why Your Child Refuses New Foods
Explore the most common reasons children reject unfamiliar foods and why it's rarely about being "difficult".
The Hidden Impact of Mealtime Pressure
Learn how well-meaning comments, rewards, and encouragement can unintentionally reinforce fussy eating.
The Ripple Effect of Fussy Eating
Discover how limited food variety can affect nutrient intake, family dynamics, confidence, and mealtime enjoyment.
Understanding the Feeding Ecosystem Framework
A practical look at the three key factors that influence childrens nutrition and food acceptance.
Creating Real Progress Without Power Struggles
Find out how to support your child to build trust, confidence, and curiosity around nutritious foods.
If you're raising a picky eater and wondering how to improve nutrition for fussy eaters without turning meals into a battle, this episode will give you a fresh perspective and a practical starting point.
Show Notes & Resources
Healthy Recipes for Kids: https://nourishwithkarina.com/healthy-recipes-for-kids
Free Kids Nutrition Library: https://nourishwithkarina.com/freeinfo
Nutrition Consultation: https://nourishwithkarina.com/nutrition-consultation
Join the Membership Waitlist: https://nourishwithkarina.com/membership

In this episode . I'm taking you through Bread School and breaking down the different types of bread available, what to look for on the label, and how to make confident choices without feeling overwhelmed. Whether you have a picky eater, a fussy eater, or a child who will only eat white bread, this episode will help you understand where bread fits into childrens nutrition and how to choose the most nutritious option your child will actually eat.
Remember, feeding your child isn't about perfection. It's about making small, realistic improvements that support a healthy diet for fussy eaters and the whole family.
In This Episode
Wholegrain vs Wholemeal Bread
The Truth About Sourdough
How to Read Bread Labels
Low GI and High Fibre Breads Explained
My Bread Ranking for Families
As a paediatric dietitian and childrens nutritionist, my goal is to help you make feeding easier, less stressful, and more nourishing for your family.
Show Notes & Resources
Healthy Recipes for Kids: https://nourishwithkarina.com/healthy-recipes-for-kids
Free Kids Nutrition Library: https://nourishwithkarina.com/freeinfo
Nutrition Consultation: https://nourishwithkarina.com/nutrition-consultation
Bread Guide & Blog: https://nourishwithkarina.com/blog/bread

Constipation is one of the most common gut health challenges I see in children, yet many of the early warning signs are often missed. In this episode, I unpack what constipation really looks like in kids, why it's about much more than simply not doing a poo, and how it can affect appetite, feeding behaviours, mood, gut health, and overall wellbeing.
As a paediatric dietitian with 25 years of experience in children's gut health, I explain why constipation is often more complex than just fibre and water. We explore the hidden causes, the role of the gut microbiome, withholding behaviours, toileting routines, and why early intervention matters.
If you're raising a picky eater or fussy eater who struggles with tummy pain, poor appetite, withholding, or irregular bowel habits, this episode will help you understand what's really going on and what practical steps you can take to support your child's health.
In This Episode
Constipation Is More Than Not Pooing
Learn the early signs parents often miss, even when children are still passing stools daily.

The Hidden Causes Behind Constipation
Discover how diet, fluid intake, dairy, withholding behaviours, gut health, and lifestyle factors can contribute.

The Gut-Brain Connection Explained
Understand how constipation can influence mood, focus, behaviour, appetite, and overall wellbeing.

Why Fussy Eaters Are More At Risk
Find out why picky eating patterns, limited food variety, and low fibre intake can impact bowel health.

Simple Steps Parents Can Take Today
Practical strategies to support healthy bowel habits, improve gut health, and reduce constipation early.

Resources & Links


Join one of Karina's Live Free Fussy Eater Training Sessions: Register for Free Live Training
Discover Karina's Helpful Guides and Programs Nourish With Karina Shop
Nutrition Consultation: Book a Nutrition Consultation

In this episode of the Easy Feed Podcast, I'm talking about something that is so often overlooked when it comes to feeding fussy eaters: your mindset. As a Paediatric Dietitian and mum, I've seen time and time again how the way we think and feel about feeding shapes the entire mealtime experience for our children.
If you're constantly worrying about your child's eating, feeling anxious before meals, second-guessing yourself or feeling like you've failed because your child is a picky eater, this episode is for you. I share why confidence, boundaries and the energy we bring to the table matter just as much as the food itself.
Small shifts in mindset can completely change the atmosphere at mealtimes and support healthier eating habits long term.
Whether you're raising a picky eater, navigating toddler food refusal or trying to improve your child's nutrition without pressure or stress, this episode will help you rethink the way you approach feeding.
In this episode, we discuss:
Mindset Shapes Mealtimes

Why Feeding Feels So Emotional

The Feeding Ecosystem Explained

Reframing Food Refusal

Creating Calm, Positive Mealtimes

 
Show Notes & Resources:
Join one of Karina's Live Free Fussy Eater Training Sessions: Register for Free Live Training
Discover Karina's Helpful Guides and Programs Nourish With Karina Shop
Nutrition Consultation: Book a Nutrition Consultation

In this episode, I'm talking about supporting an overweight child without making food a battleground or creating a difficult relationship with their body in the process.
As a Paediatric Dietitian with 25 years of clinical experience in children's nutrition, I know how much parents worry about getting this wrong. The guilt, the confusion, the fear of saying something that tips their child into disordered eating , it's real, and it matters.
So I'm walking you through exactly how I approach this in consultations. My approach, what i do and what I definitely don't do!!
In this episode, I cover:
Why I Never Count Calories 
How I talk about hunger and eating 
The psychy of deprivation
The Plate Balance 
Ultra-Processed Foods and Appetite Control
Our role as parents
 
Show Notes
For quick easy food ideas and nutritious foods your family will actually eat: Healthy Recipes for Kids
Access the Free Kids Nutrition Library — blogs, food reviews and guides all in one place: Free Info
Ready to get a personalised plan for your child? Book a consultation here: Nutrition Consultation