Is This Why Your Child Is a Fussy Eater?

What if the way we’ve been taught to feed children is actually
working against them? In this episode of Parent Unplugged, we’re
joined by paediatric nutritionist Charlotte to unpack why food
rules like “eat your dinner before pudding” can create pressure,
hierarchy, and long-term food struggles - even when they’re
well-intentioned. We talk about: Why putting dessert on a pedestal
can backfire How pressure at mealtimes leads to food refusal The
difference between restriction and guidance Why exposure (not
force) builds food confidence The “1% change” approach that
actually works for fussy eating And why pouches alone aren’t
appropriate - without the guilt or fear-mongering This conversation
is honest, compassionate, and grounded in real parenting - messy
moments, wobble days, and all. If you’re exhausted by fussy eating,
confused by conflicting advice, or worried you’re “doing food
wrong,” this one’s for you. Listen now - and breathe. You’re not
failing.