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:
๐ Why starting solids feels so overwhelming (and how social media makes it harder)
๐ฅ The truth about iron, variety, and “healthy fast foods” that actually work
๐ง What parents should really know about probiotics and gut health
๐ฌ How to tell the difference between gagging and choking — and how to stay calm when your baby gags
๐ฅฃ The real deal on baby-led weaning vs. purees (and why you don’t have to pick a side)
๐ 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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