What Every Parent Should Know About Picky Eating | Episode 80 with Kimberly Bradley

Kimberly Bradley is an occupational therapist who specializes in sensory processing, fine motor coordination, and functional writing difficulties, and the founder of Connection Across the Spectrum. In this conversation with host Lauren LaRose, we explore the growing challenges around picky eating and feeding disorders in children. Kimberly shares insights from her decades of pediatric experience, explaining how sensory sensitivities, oral motor development, and early feeding experiences can shape a child’s relationship with food. We also discuss practical strategies families can use to support healthier eating habits, including creating consistent family mealtime routines, gradually introducing new foods, and helping children interact with food in playful, low-pressure ways. Kimberly also shares the inspiration behind Connection Across the Spectrum, a nonprofit that creates social opportunities and support for neurodivergent young adults navigating friendships, dating, and independence after traditional support systems end. If you’re interested in learning more about Kimberly's work, you can visit her websites, https://www.kim4kidsnola.com/ and https://www.connectionacrossthespectrum.org/ for additional information and resources. Join Dr. Lauren LaRose, psychiatrist and mom of three, as she brings on experts in mental health, physical health and education and explores ideas outside the traditional medical model. The Little Brain Campaign aims to make issues kids and caregivers face easier to understand, while always keeping in mind that we need to look beyond the usual answers to find what really works. Follow The Little Brain Campaign Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/littlebraincampaign