ARFID: The Misunderstood Eating Disorder Every Parent Should Know About! With Michelle Jacques & Teresa Foley

Feeding your child should be simple — but for some families, it’s a source of fear, judgment, and overwhelming anxiety. In this episode, Izzy Judd is joined by mum Michelle Jacques and occupational therapist Teresa Foley to discuss ARFID (Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder) — a misunderstood eating disorder often mistaken for picky eating. You can follow Teresa's work on Instagram: 01:42 – Michelle’s Story: From Weaning to Yogurt-Only Diets11:47 – What is ARFID? Expert Explains the Diagnosis16:30 – When is it More Than Picky Eating?21:15 – Why Early Intervention Matters23:08 – How to Support Without Pressure27:44 – The Power of Acceptance and Quiet Progress32:05 – Getting Help: A Broken System and a Turning Point 37:07 – Impact on Siblings & Family Life 38:59 – Schools & Safe Eating Environments 43:38 – Working With Teens: Finding Their Motivation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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ARFID: The Misunderstood Eating Disorder Every Parent Should Know About! With Michelle Jacques & Teresa Foley is an episode from Let's Talk Fertility with Izzy Judd by Audioboom.

This episode is 48:59 long.

This episode was published on Jun 2, 2025.

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