Raising Confident Eaters: Strategies for Supporting Restricted Eaters at Mealtimes

Does your child struggle with a limited diet, stress at the table, or anxiety around trying new foods? You’re not alone – and help is at hand.

Join paediatric occupational therapist and feeding specialist Rebecca Barnard from Nourish Feeding Therapy for a practical and supportive session designed to help parents and caregivers better understand and support restricted eaters.

Rebecca draws on years of experience working with children facing a range of feeding challenges – from sensory sensitivities to ARFID (Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder) and feeding issues related to Autism or ADHD. You’ll come away with tools and strategies to help make mealtimes less stressful, more successful, and ultimately more enjoyable for everyone at the table.

What you’ll learn:

• Why some children are more selective with food – and how to approach it without pressure
• Practical, evidence-based strategies to reduce stress and build confidence at mealtimes
• How to support children to explore and accept new foods in a positive way
• Creating a feeding environment that supports sensory needs and encourages success

Let’s make mealtimes easier – and help your child grow in confidence, one bite at a time.

Perfect for:

Parents, caregivers, teachers, and professionals who support children aged 2–12 with restricted eating patterns, food anxiety, or sensory-based feeding challenges.

Presented by:

Rebecca Barnard – Occupational Therapist and Director of Nourish Feeding Therapy (nourishtherapy.co.nz)

Delivered online via Zoom.