Food for Tot: Feed Your Baby and Toddler with Confidence
Food for Tot is the go-to podcast for parents who want to confidently nourish their babies and toddlers without stress, guilt, or overwhelm. Hosted by Kathy O’Bryan—registered dietitian, mom, and the voice behind @theminimedietitian—this show breaks down the science of child nutrition into simple, practical tips you can actually use at home.
From introducing solids to managing sugar, picky eating, and everything in between, Kathy shares research-backed guidance with a mom-to-mom relatability that makes you feel seen and supported. Each episode is packed with clarity, encouragement, and actionable advice to help you raise healthy, happy eaters while building positive food foundations that last a lifetime.
Whether you’re just starting solids, navigating toddlerhood, or looking for ways to simplify mealtimes, Food for Tot will give you the confidence you need to enjoy the feeding journey.
Food for Tot: Feed Your Baby and Toddler with Confidence
How to navigate the holidays with your baby/toddler
The holidays are magical—but they can also bring a whole new level of chaos to your child’s eating routine. Between endless family gatherings, travel days, and all the sugar-filled treats, it’s easy to wonder how to keep your little one’s nutrition on track without losing your sanity.
In this episode, Kathy shares five simple, sanity-saving strategies to help you navigate the holidays with confidence. From making peace with imperfect meals to letting go of food guilt, you’ll learn how to keep your little one nourished and enjoy the season yourself. She also covers how to handle common stressors like picky eating at big family meals, conflicting opinions from relatives, and how to balance structure with flexibility when routines go out the window.
Whether you’re heading to Grandma’s, hosting at home, or traveling across the country, this episode gives you everything you need to make feeding through the holidays more peaceful and joyful for everyone.
Tune in to hear:
- Why your child’s everyday meals matter more than one “off” holiday day
- What foods to avoid for babies under one (and sneaky ingredients to watch for!)
- How to stay calm when family members question your feeding choices
- Five practical tips to reduce stress and chaos around holiday mealtimes
- The importance of including your little one at the “adult table”
- How to approach travel days with grace and survival mode
- What it really means to set the example for a healthy, joyful relationship with food
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Connect with Kathy:
Website: https://theminimedietitian.com/