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Helping parents navigate picky eating, emotional regulation, sensory needs, and healthy habits in kids with practical tips and printable tools.
Yep, that’s me in a treehouse wearing sunglasses—because sometimes parenting feels like climbing into chaos... and other times, it’s just about finding a higher view.
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.
With over 3 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.
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.
What You’ll Find Here
Helpful Blog Posts
Quick reads packed with tips on nutrition, child behavior, sensory needs, and proven approaches for guiding kids in everyday life.
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.
Real-Life Solutions
No fads. No pressure. Just sensible, actionable ideas for meeting kids where they are.
Start Exploring
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.
Welcome.
You’ve landed in a space created with care—packed with parent-friendly articles and practical printables, shaped by years of experience and a genuine passion for helping families navigate everyday challenges. Here, you’ll find tools and insights designed to make your parenting journey a little easier.