Picky eating and family nutrition support without mealtime battles.
Family-centred holistic nutrition support for parents who want practical strategies around picky eating, meal routines, balanced food exposure and everyday nutrition for children.
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Support the family, not just the plate.
Children’s eating is influenced by development, sensory preferences, appetite, routines, family stress and health factors. The goal is to improve structure and confidence without shame, pressure or unrealistic expectations.
Picky eating
Develop gradual, low-pressure strategies for food exposure, variety and mealtime predictability.
Family meal routines
Create practical routines around meals and snacks that fit school, work and household schedules.
Balanced nutrition
Review food groups, protein, fibre, hydration and practical ways to strengthen nutritional variety.
When additional assessment may be needed
Significant growth concerns, choking, swallowing difficulty, suspected eating disorders, severe food restriction, nutritional deficiency, gastrointestinal symptoms or developmental feeding concerns may require assessment by a physician, dietitian, speech-language pathologist, occupational therapist or another regulated provider.
Holistic nutrition support can complement that care but does not replace it.
Meet Melanie Floyd Leslie
Melanie is a CAHN-Pro accredited Holistic Nutrition Consultant with a science background and experience supporting women, children and families. Her approach emphasizes practical family routines, realistic food exposure and sustainable nutrition education.
Frequently asked questions
Can you help if my child eats only a few foods?
Yes, for many families the work focuses on meal structure, reducing pressure, increasing exposure and building variety gradually. Severe or medically significant restriction requires additional clinical assessment.
Will you make my child follow a strict meal plan?
No. The approach is family-centred and practical. Strategies are adapted to development, preferences and household routines.
Can parents attend without the child?
Depending on the goal, parent-focused consultation may be appropriate because many changes occur through family routines and feeding practices.