BOOK LAUNCH: The Fussy Eater Reboot by Marie-France Laval

Join us for a welcoming and practical session for parents as we celebrate the launch of The Fussy Eater Reboot. Drawing on her work with families, With special guest Gabriel Gaté, Marie-France Laval will share key insights into children’s eating behaviours, including anxiety and fear of food, along with simple strategies that can make mealtimes feel more manageable.

This 30-minute session includes a short talk, time for questions, and book signing afterwards.

Pre-order the book HERE.

About the Book:

When nothing seems to work, it is not because your child is being difficult. It is because something is getting in the way.

Is mealtime becoming a daily struggle in your home?

If your child eats a very limited range of foods, refuses to try anything new, or becomes anxious at the table, you are not alone. And more importantly, there is a way forward.

The Fussy Eater Reboot is a practical and compassionate guide for parents of children up to 12 years old, whether your child is developing typically, has sensory sensitivities, or has additional needs such as autism or ADHD.

This book helps you understand what is really driving your child's eating behaviour and gives you clear, realistic strategies you can start using straight away.

Inside, you will learn how to:

Reduce pressure and mealtime stress for the whole family
* Understand the role of sensory sensitivities in eating
* Support your child to feel safe around new foods
* Build confidence and independence at the table
* Move away from power struggles and towards cooperation
* Create structure and routines that actually work

This is not about forcing your child to eat.

It is about creating the right environment so your child can learn, explore, and gradually expand their range of foods at their own pace.

Written by a practitioner experienced in supporting children and families with feeding challenges, this book offers a grounded, reassuring approach that respects both the child and the parent.

If you are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure what to try next, this book will give you a clear path forward.

About the Author:

Marie-France Laval is a Melbourne-based practitioner specialising in children’s eating behaviours, with a particular interest in fear of food, anxiety, and feeding difficulties. She supports parents using an approach that goes beyond fussy eating, integrating nutritional, behavioural, and psychological strategies.