Beyond Food: A New Way To Look At Picky Eating And Mealtimes with Dr. Deborah MacNamara
Robot Unicorn24 Maalis 2025

Beyond Food: A New Way To Look At Picky Eating And Mealtimes with Dr. Deborah MacNamara

Friends, you don’t want to miss this episode. The one and only Dr. MacNamara joins Jess and Scott to dive deep into the topic of food.


Discover why nourishment is far more than just calories—it’s about love, care, and the rituals that bring families together. Dr. MacNamara shares compelling research and personal stories that reveal how non-coercive, provider-led approaches can turn picky eating into a journey of growth and connection.


Hear more from Dr. MacNamara in her books:
Nourished: Connection, Food, and Caring for Our Kids (And Everyone Else We Love)

Rest, Play, Grow: Making Sense of Preschoolers (Or Anyone Who Acts Like One)


Get 10% OFF parenting courses and kids' printable activities at Nurtured First using the code ROBOTUNICORN.


We’d love to hear from you! Have questions you want us to answer on Robot Unicorn? Send us an email: podcast@robotunicorn.net.


Credits:

Editing by The Pod Cabin

Artwork by Wallflower Studio

Production by Nurtured First


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