Feeding Does Matter
Feeding Does Matter is a podcast dedicated to shedding light on pediatric feeding disorder (PFD) and avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID). Join us as we explore the complexities of these conditions, share the latest research, and provide valuable resources for parents and caregivers. Through expert interviews, personal stories, and actionable advice, we aim to create a supportive community where every child with feeding and eating differences can thrive. A PFD and ARFID guide for healthcare professionals and families: https://www.feedingmatters.org/pfd-and-arfid-overlap/ Looking for help? Start here: https://www.feedingmatters.org/family-support-resources/
Episodes
2025 Psych Summit Session: Food Allergy and ARFID: An underrecognized clinical complication and conceptual treatment framework presented by Kaitlin B. Proctor, PhD, ABPP.
During this Psych Summit Session Sneak Peek episode of Feeding Does Matter, Kaitlin Proctor discusses the complexities of feeding issues, particularly in relation to ARFID and food allergies.
2025 Psych Summit Micro Keynotes: Preparing for NICU Discharge presented by Vincent C. Smith, MD, MPH, and First Things First in Feeding Therapy: Prioritizing Curiosity and Safety presented by Marsha Dunn Klein, OTR/L, MEd FAOTA.
During this Psych Summit Session Sneak Peak episode of Feeding Does Matter, Vincent C. Smith and Marsh Dunn Klein discuss the importance of NICU discharge prepa...
2025 Psych Summit Session: Responsive Feeding Therapy for Children with Paediatric Feeding Disorder: Research Insights and Clinical Applications presented by Valerie Gent, BSpPath, MMedRes, PhD candidate and Dr. Jeanne Marshall, BSpPath, PhD
During this Psych Summit Session Sneak Peek episode of Feeding Does Matter, Valerie Gent and Jeanne Marshall explore the role of responsive feeding ...
2025 Psych Summit Session Sneak Peek: Formulation-Driven Treatment Planning for ARFID: A Collaborative, Individualized Framework presented by Amy Talbot, DClinPsy, MSc.
During this Psych Summit Session Sneak Peek episode of Feeding Does Matter, Amy Talbot discusses the need for a formulation-driven approach that respects individual differences and fosters collaboration among various disc...
2025 Psych Summit Session:
Building the Foundation: A Holistic, Interdisciplinary Approach to Infant Feeding presented by Natalie Berriz PhD, BCBA and Melissa Andersen, PhD.
During this Psych Summit Session Sneak Peak episode of Feeding Does Matter, Natalie Berriz and Melissa Andersen discuss the critical role of interdisciplinary collaboration in pediatric feeding, the importance of rec...
2025 Psych Summit Session: Occupational Therapy Supports and Interventions for ARFID presented by Krystin Turner, OTR/L, DHS, SCEFS and Madelyn Duzyk,
ICYMI: In this episode of Feeding Does Matter, hosts Jaclyn Pederson and Dr. Hayley Estrem provide a deep dive into the histories of Pediatric Feeding Disorder (PFD) and Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID), highlighting the challenges and breakthroughs in diagnosis and treatment. From the impact of terminology on family experiences to the critical role of early identificati...
Our guest this episode, Emnet Assefa, discusses her journey raising a child with multiple medical and feeding complexities. She speaks candidly about the emotional toll, delayed diagnoses, and how the G-tube became a turning point for her family.
In this episode, Garrett Barnes shares his family's journey with his daughter Lucy's challenges with eating. He discusses the emotional toll of navigating feeding tubes, the importance of support from organizations like Feeding Matters, and the transition from tube feeding to oral eating.
Dr. Kathleen Knafl, a pioneering researcher and educator, shares her journey into family-centered research and what she’s learned from listening to families. Along with Hayley and Jaclyn, she talks about why the words we use like “burden” or “impact” can make a big difference, how families often see things more hopefully than doctors expect, why the parents voice matters in shaping care,...
In this episode of Feeding Does Matter we talk with David Schnitzler, a father of two children with feeding difficulties. We explore the emotional, medical, and day-to-day realities families face when feeding challenges intersect with food allergies.
David shares how each child’s feeding experience is unique, why reducing mealtime pressure can support progress, and how feeding therapy de...
In this episode we explore how grassroots efforts can make a big impact. Feeding Matters Community Council leaders, Emily Adams (Ohio), and Stacy Payne (California) discuss how engaging families, healthcare providers, and local leaders can break down stigma, promote early identification, and create real change, one relationship at a time.
Hosts Jaclyn and Hayley are joined by Praveen Goday, MD and Richard Noel, MD discussing the urgent need for awareness, education, and advocacy in Pediatric Feeding Disorder and ARFID. From lack of education across the medical field to community-driven solutions, this episode is a call to action. Change happens when we get loud together.
Rachel Conrad, M.A. CCC-SLP and Feeding Matters Consortium Chair, shares her personal journey with pediatric feeding disorder, transitioning from a patient to a professional in the field with lived experience with both PFD and ARFID.
She discusses the importance of vulnerability in therapy, trauma-informed care, and the need for patient-centered approaches. Rachel emphasizes the vital ro...
In this episode, pediatrician Ron Serbin, MD shares his expertise on the early identification of pediatric feeding disorders. Dr. Serbin explores the critical role of effective screening as well as barriers; advocacy in early identification, highlighting how diagnostic codes can improve access to care; and the need for educating both pediatricians and families to enhance awareness and un...
Jaclyn and Hayley welcome ARFID to PFD awareness month with an engaging conversation with Dr. Jenny Thomas, a leading expert in ARFID, discussing its definition, impact, and the evolution of understanding around it. They address common myths and the differences between picky eating and ARFID. The conversation emphasizes the need for collaboration between feeding and eating disorder field...
In this conversation, Jaclyn and Hayley welcome William Sharp PhD, Associate Professor at Emory University School of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics. They discuss the provider landscape, the formation of a research initiatives task force, and the importance of family-centered care. They explore the challenges in identifying qualified providers, the gaps in current research, and the ne...
This episode explores the intersection of pediatric feeding disorders and avoidant restrictive food intake disorder, featuring insights from guest Dr. Nancy Zucker, a clinical psychologist and expert in the field.
In this conversation, hosts Jaclyn and Hayley discuss the various family support programs offered by Feeding Matters, with guest Heidi Van Der Molen, Senior Program Manager for Feeding Matters. They explore Heidi's personal journey with feeding challenges, the Power of Two program, and the importance of community support for families dealing with feeding difficulties. The discussion also...
Cheyenne Watts Fagan shares her journey with her daughter, who faced significant feeding struggles after being discharged from the NICU. The discussion covers the transition to feeding tubes, intensive feeding programs, and the impact of community support and mentorship while navigating these challenges.
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