by Alisha Grogan MOT, OTR/L | Aug 27, 2014 | Picky Eating, Recipes, School Age Kids, Toddlers
I felt inspired to type this post up today after my picky eater easily and readily ate spinach on his grilled cheese. I was surprised by how well it went myself, and really wanted to share it with all of you since so many of you find your way here looking for...
by Alisha Grogan MOT, OTR/L | Aug 13, 2014 | Baby, Baby Won't Eat Solids, Feeding Milestones, Toddlers
Your ultimate to guide to feeding milestones for babies and toddlers, month-by-month from a pediatric occupational therapist and mom. I probably should have written this post years ago, as a resource for parents, but I have to admit...
by Alisha Grogan MOT, OTR/L | Jul 31, 2014 | Baby, Picky Eating, School Age Kids, Strategies, Toddlers
I often have people ask me about the mealtime “rules” they have heard about or their friends use. What should they follow and what should they not? It can be difficult to navigate with so much different advice flying around. As a pediatric OT...
by Alisha Grogan MOT, OTR/L | Jul 2, 2014 | School Age Kids, Sensory Issues, Toddlers
Disclosure: A copy of the book being reviewed was given to me at no cost. However, no agreement was made prior to this post about the opinion I would share. The opinion you read here is completely my own and is not influenced by any other party. This post also...
by Alisha Grogan MOT, OTR/L | May 8, 2014 | Picky Eating, School Age Kids, Toddlers
Gardens are powerful positive food experiences for kids, any effort you put into it won’t be in vain. Learn how to use one to get your child to eat new foods. Affiliate links used below. I love gardening! Admittedly, I’m not that good at it and still have...
by Alisha Grogan MOT, OTR/L | Apr 23, 2014 | Picky Eating, School Age Kids, Strategies, Toddlers
Woohoo, it is Your Kid’s Table 2nd Blogiversary! Admittedly, I am a little late with this. I technically had my first post go live on April 10th 2012, but things have been a little hectic around here- more so than usual. I’m excited to share with all of...
by Alisha Grogan MOT, OTR/L | Mar 20, 2014 | Picky Eating, School Age Kids, Strategies, Toddlers
Want to get your picky eater eating healthy meals or even just more foods? I know, the answer is obvious, but the solution isn’t necessarily simple. As I have written many posts that address the heavy burden of picky eaters/problem feeders, there...
by Alisha Grogan MOT, OTR/L | Feb 25, 2014 | School Age Kids, Sensory Diet, Sensory Issues, Toddlers
I am excited to share a fun and affordable sensory tool with you today- Senseez. I contacted them a few months ago about writing a review because as an occupational therapist it seemed like something that might help some of the families I work with. Particularly, kids...
by Alisha Grogan MOT, OTR/L | Feb 10, 2014 | Feeding Milestones, Nutrition, Strategies, Toddlers
How much does your toddler need to eat? What are the appropriate toddler portion sizes and recommendations? This guide will answer all of that and much more! Parent’s frequently ask me how much their child needs to be eating, especially toddlers. Parents...
by Alisha Grogan MOT, OTR/L | Jan 20, 2014 | Baby, Feeding Milestones, Strategies, Toddlers
While I have worked on bottle weaning as an OT with the families I service, I haven’t had to as a Momma. My kids avoided the bottle at all costs (they were breast fed for a year), which is a whole separate issue. Needless to say, getting rid of bottles in...
