Hey there! I’m Lena, and as both a mom and a pediatric feeding specialist with over 12 years in the trenches, I’ve seen it all when it comes to mealtime struggles. I know that sinking feeling when your child refuses yet another meal you’ve lovingly prepared, or the worry that creeps in when their “picky […]

Why Connection During Feeding Shapes a Child’s Relationship with Food Establishing a strong connection during feeding is crucial for developing a positive relationship with food in children. In this episode of The Livin’Sky Podcast, I dive into the importance of connection during breastfeeding or bottle feeding—a key factor in shaping a child’s perception of food […]

As parents, we want our children to grow up healthy and thriving. But with the rise of chronic illnesses like eczema, autism, ADHD, asthma, and even food allergies, many families are left wondering: What’s causing these health challenges to become so common? One emerging answer lies in an unexpected place: the gut. Research shows that a […]