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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/

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Empowering Communities

2026/02/03

Host Jaclyn Pederson sits down with Jen Lambert, Senior Director of Community Engagement at Feeding Matters, to talk about the power of local community councils and what’s ahead for the Shannon Goldwater Summit for Change watch parties. Join or Start a Feeding Matters Community Council Learn more about the local Shannon Goldwater Summit for Change watch parties.

#feedingmatters20: Stories Behind the Movement | Mary Beth Feuling

2026/01/27

Celebrating 20 years of Feeding Matters with Mary Beth Feuling, MS, RD, CD. Mary Beth shares her stories behind the movement.

#feedingmatters20: Stories Behind the Movement | Dr. Kay Toomey

2026/01/20

Celebrating 20 years of Feeding Matters with Kay Toomey, PhD. Dr. Toomey shares her stories behind the movement.

#feedingmatters20: Co-host Hayley Estrem Reflects on Her Early Days with Feeding Matters

2026/01/13

In this episode of Feeding Does Matters, co-host Dr. Hayley Estrum walks down memory lane, reflecting on her earliest involvement with Feeding Matters when it was still known as Popsicle.

What’s Ahead in 2026 for Feeding Matters

2026/01/06

In this episode host and CEO of Feeding Matters, Jaclyn Pederson, shares an inside look at what’s ahead in 2026 - a milestone year marking the organization’s 20th anniversary. She shares how Feeding Matters is building momentum through expanded programs, new educational resources, and meaningful opportunities for families, professionals, and advocates. As Feeding Matters builds toward a celebration week in October, this episode underscores how Feeding Matters is honoring two decades of impact while looking ahead to the future of feeding development.

ICYMI: ARFID - A Feeding and Eating Disorder

2025/12/30

ICYMI: 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 fields and highlights future research directions to better support affected individuals and families.

ICYMI: Discussing the 10 PFD-ARFID Consensus Statements

2025/12/23

ICYMI: In this episode of Feeding Does Matter, four of the authors (including our hosts) of the consensus paper on the diagnostic overlap and distinction for pediatric feeding disorder and Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder discuss their thoughts on the 10 consensus statements, the importance of accurate diagnosis, and the need for collaboration and a common language in the field. Guests: Cuyler Romeo and William Sharp This consensus paper is published in the International Journal of Eating Disorders and is available via open access, made possible by the generous donors of Feeding Matters. View Consensus Paper

ICYMI: The Small Wins Are Big

2025/12/16

ICYMI: In this conversation, guest Heather Goettsch shares her personal journey, detailing the challenges she faced in advocating for her child's needs. She emphasizes the importance of small victories in the journey of feeding therapy and the value of community support through organizations like Feeding Matters. Heather discusses her involvement in the family-centered pediatric feeding disorder research consortium and concludes with reflections on the human aspect of research and the dedication required to drive change in the field.

A Year of Impact: Feeding Matters’ 2025 Reflections

2025/12/09

In this year-end episode of Feeding Does Matter, hosts Hayley Estrem and Jaclyn Pederson delve into the challenges and triumphs of the past year for Feeding Matters. They discuss the importance of community support, the impact of their initiatives, and the ongoing efforts to raise awareness and resources for feeding differences and disorders.

TEACCH, Chaos in the Cafeteria, ARFID is not Anorexia

2025/12/02

In this episode, you’ll sit in on a meeting of the Feeding Matters Research Initiatives Task Force (including Feeding Does Matter hosts Jaclyn Pederson and Hayley Estrem) as William Sharp, PhD, reflects on his recent presentation on feeding challenges in children with autism for TEACCH. The group also dives into the current realities of school cafeterias and explores why anorexia-based treatment frameworks have historically been applied to ARFID. Guests on this episode: Cuyler Romeo, MOT, OTR/L, SCFES, IBCLC Meg Simione, PhD, CCC-SLP Rachel Conrad, MA, CCC-SLP

ICYMI: WIC & PFD

2025/11/25

ICYMI: In this episode, Darlena Birch from the National WIC Association discusses the WIC program, the importance of nutrition education, and the various components of WIC services. She highlights the challenges families face in accessing resources, particularly those with pediatric feeding disorders and food allergies. (This episode originally posted January 14, 2025)

Reflections on the PCORI Annual Meeting and the Person and Family-Centered Feeding Research Poster Presentation

2025/11/18

Host Jaclyn Pederson interviews co-host, Hayley Estrem and Feeding Matters’ Person and Family-Centered Feeding Research Consortium Chair, Rachel Conrad. Hayley and Rachel share their experiences from the PCORI Annual Meeting, insights gained from their poster session, and the importance of creating a safe space for patient partners in research. The Feeding Matters Family-Centered PFD Research Consortium launch was partially funded through a Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute® (PCORI®) Eugene Washington PCORI Engagement Award (EACB-31710).

Advancing Pediatric Feeding Care: Assessment, Telehealth, and Mentorship

2025/11/11

Guests Dr. Pamela Dodrill and Dr. Memorie Gosa discuss the Functional Oral Intake Scale Pediatric (FOIS-P) tool for assessment and tracking of feeding progress in children, the role of telehealth in bridging the gap between hospital and home care, and the importance of mentorship in developing skilled clinicians. More information on FOIS-P.

When Food Access is Uncertain

2025/11/04

Host Jaclyn Pederson and Feeding Matters Senior Program Manager, Heidi Van der Molen discuss the challenges families face when food access is uncertain, especially for those navigating feeding disorders and differences. They share how the community has come together to help launch a new Food Access Resources page with national, state, and local links to help families find the support they need. Visit: itsnotpickyeating.org/food-access-resources

PFD & ARFID School Toolkit

2025/10/28

This episode features the recent Feeding Alliance Learning Lounge on the PFD & ARFID School Toolkit. Jennifer Eggert, M.S., CCC-SLP, C/NDT, and Dr. Nikhila Raol, MD, MPH, discuss the often-overlooked challenges children with feeding differences face in school settings. They share insights into how the toolkit was developed to empower families, educators, and healthcare professionals with practical strategies and resources; and emphasize the key rights families should understand when advocating for their child’s needs.

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9 reviews

★★★★★

Katelyn McMahan 2025/05/09

So thankful

I am so thankful to have stumbled upon this podcast and organization! My youngest daughter has PFD and the last episode about early intervention reall...

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amloverface 2024/11/14

Feeding Matters provides HOPE!!

I have been involved with Feeding Matters since 2018, when my third child was born with feeding difficulties. This organization has practically held m...

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AsophiaE 2024/11/14

Relatable and Captivating

Feeding differences are so unique to each child. It’s so interesting to hear about the psychosocial aspects as children mature and can better express ...

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g_inWonderland 2024/11/13

Learning so much!

This series is great. It allows me to learn so much about PFD & ARFID, and it breaks it down into language I can understand.

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