Mum Mind Unpacked 19. Less Stress, Less Guilt: Feeding Kids Doesn’t Have to Be This Hard – with Jessica Donovan
Help, my fussy kids won’t eat anything healthy!
Do you struggle to get your kids to eat anything green? Do you feel guilty when they flat-out refuse their veggies at dinnertime?
Do you ever feel like you’re failing at the absolute basics of feeding your kids?
You’re not alone.
In this episode, Bree and G sit down with Naturopath Jessica Donovan from Natural Super Kids to unpack the pressure, myths, and overwhelm that so many parents feel around kids’ nutrition.
Jess shares what parents actually need to focus on when it comes to feeding their kids — and just as importantly, what you can stop stressing about. This is a practical, reassuring conversation designed to help make mealtimes calmer, simpler, and far less guilt-ridden.
🎧 What You’ll Hear
Why fussy eating is far more common (and normal) than you think
The biggest myths around kids’ nutrition that keep mums stuck in guilt
What really matters for kids’ health — and what doesn’t
How to take the pressure off yourself at mealtimes
Practical strategies to support fussy eaters without power struggles
Time-saving lunchbox hacks to reduce stress and decision fatigue
How to build healthier habits without forcing, bribing, or battling
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🔗 Connect With Us
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🔗 Connect With Jessica Donovan
🌐 Website: https://www.naturalsuperkids.com/
📸 Instagram: @naturalsuperkids
⚠️ A Gentle Reminder
Mum Mind Unpacked exists to inform, support and connect — but it’s not a substitute for professional medical or psychological advice.
If you’re struggling, please reach out to:
• Lifeline: 13 11 14
• PANDA (Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Australia): 1300 726 306
🙏 Thanks for Listening
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Until next time — motherhood is hard, but you’re not alone. We see you. 💛
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