Hi, I’m Patty.

​​I’m a parent of two reformed picky eaters, including a son who navigates the world a little differently. My mission

is to support families facing mealtime struggles, behavior challenges, sensory needs, and big feelings.

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With decades of experience as a therapist, behavior specialist, and feeding coach, I’ve seen firsthand what works—and what doesn’t. I’m here to share practical, useful solutions that feel doable for your family’s unique journey.

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I started the HealthSmart! Kids blog to bring together what I’ve learned—both as a professional and as a parent—and to offer tools that are realistic, flexible, and rooted in real life.

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What You’ll Find Here​​

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Helpful Blog Posts
Quick reads packed with tips on nutrition, child behavior, sensory needs, and proven approaches for guiding kids in everyday life.

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Printable Resources
Tools for parents, teachers, and therapists — including picky eating and healthy eating guides, sensory feeding supports, behavior trackers, and more — designed to make supporting kids easier and more effective.

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Real-Life Solutions
No fads. No pressure. Just sensible, actionable ideas for meeting kids where they are.

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Start Exploring​​

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​​1.  Visit the Blog - Click here for parent-friendly posts on picky eating and sensory challenges, emotional wellness, healthy eating tips, and many other relatable parenting topics. 

 

2.  Explore Printable Tools - Click to browse ready-to-use printables—from quick helpers to full toolkits for picky eating, behavior, and emotional wellness.

 

My goal is to help you feel more confident and supported in the day-to-day journey of raising healthy, resilient kids—no matter what challenges you’re facing.

 

Let’s make things a little easier—starting now.

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