# Beyond “Just Take a Bite”: A Better Way to Handle Picky Eating , Episode #182

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Podcast: [The Child Psych Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-child-psych-podcast-5748916)
Published: 2026-05-13T11:38:57+00:00
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Duration seconds: 2742

## Resource

In this insightful and practical conversation, we sit down with Katie Kimball, founder of Kids Cook Real Food and author of Kids Cook Real Food: Healthy Kids, Happy Moms, to explore the real story behind picky eating. If mealtimes in your home feel like a constant battle, this episode offers a refreshing and evidence-informed perspective. Katie challenges the common belief that picky eating is simply about stubbornness or defiance, and instead helps parents understand the developmental, sensory, and relational factors that shape how children engage with food. We talk about why pressure, bribing, and “just one more bite” often backfire, and what actually helps children build confidence and curiosity around food. Katie shares simple, practical strategies that support autonomy, reduce stress at the table, and create a more positive mealtime experience for the whole family. This episode is especially helpful for parents who feel stuck, frustrated, or worried about their child’s eating habits, and are looking for a more connected, sustainable approach. In this episode, we discuss: • Why picky eating is rarely just about the food • How pressure and control can make mealtimes harder • The role of independence and life skills in expanding food choices • Simple ways to involve kids in cooking and build confidence • How to create calm, connected, and successful mealtime routines This is a conversation about shifting the dynamic at the table, moving away from power struggles, and supporting children in developing a healthy, lifelong relationship with food. Aura Your kid’s digital life doesn’t come with a playbook. But that doesn’t mean you have to stay in the dark. That’s where Aura Parents comes in. It combines traditional parental controls—like content filtering, time limits, a…

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