About the Episode:
In this episode of The Modern Mommy Doc Podcast, Dr. Whitney sits down with Jordyn Koveleski Gorman, a licensed pediatric feeding specialist, speech-language pathologist, and founder of Eat Play Say, a global parenting resource reaching families in over 100 countries.
Together, they unpack one of the most stressful parts of early parenthood: feeding babies and toddlers and how to do it with less anxiety and more confidence.
You’ll hear:
🍎 Why starting solids feels so overwhelming (and how social media makes it harder)
🥕 The truth about iron, variety, and “healthy fast foods” that actually work
🧠 What parents should really know about probiotics and gut health
😬 How to tell the difference between gagging and choking — and how to stay calm when your baby gags
🥣 The real deal on baby-led weaning vs. purees (and why you don’t have to pick a side)
💛 Simple ways to help your child develop a healthy relationship with food from day one — without diet culture sneaking in
Dr. Whitney and Jordyn also share personal stories, expert insight, and practical tools to help parents replace pressure with presence at mealtimes — and raise confident, curious eaters for life.
About Our Guest:
Jordyn Koveleski Gorman is a licensed pediatric feeding specialist and speech-language pathologist who has helped millions of parents around the world take the stress out of feeding. She’s the founder of Eat Play Say, a global parenting resource that empowers families to nurture healthy relationships with food, play, and communication from the very start.
Through her evidence-based guidance and relatable approach, Jordyn helps parents feel confident supporting their babies and toddlers as they learn to eat, talk, and explore the world — without the guilt, fear, or overwhelm that so often comes with parenting in the age of social media.
You can find Jordyn at
@eatplaysay
and
eatplaysay.com,
where she shares expert advice, free resources, and practical tools for parents everywhere.
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