Every child develops feeding skills in their own way and at their own pace. When feeding challenges arise, parents can often feel overwhelmed, frustrated, or unsure where to find support.
The Parent Community brings together families who understand these experiences. It is a welcoming space to learn, connect and build confidence alongside other parents, carers and families who share an interest in children’s feeding and inclusive practice.
A different conversation about feeding
Our Parent Community is built around the principles of the Eating as Learning Framework, recognising that feeding development is influenced by learning, sensory experiences, communication, relationships and confidence.
We encourage parents to focus on building connection rather than creating pressure, recognising progress in all its forms: Success is not measured by whether a child eats a particular food. It is measured by growing confidence, curiosity, participation and positive experiences around food.
By creating environments that feel safe, supportive and predictable, children are better able to explore, learn and develop feeding skills at their own pace. Over time, these experiences help build positive and sustainable relationships with food.
There is no judgement and no expectation that every child will follow the same developmental path.
Our Parent Community Platform
The Parent Community was designed with and alongside families, it is run with the generous support from our team of Family Ambassadors.
- Learning Hub – Access a growing library of trustworthy information, practical guidance and evidence-informed resources.
- Community Discussions- Connect with other parents and carers in a supportive and moderated online forum. Share experiences, ask questions and learn from families facing similar challenges.
- Live Workshops and Webinars- Join online learning sessions led by clinicians, researchers, educators and partner organisations. Topics are shaped by the questions families tell us matter most.
- Events and Awareness Campaigns – Stay informed about new campaigns, consultations, research projects and opportunities to contribute your voice and lived experience.
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Community Guidelines
The Parent Community provides peer support and shared learning. It does not provide clinical advice, replace professional assessment or offer emergency support. Members are encouraged to share experiences respectfully, protect confidentiality and help create a safe and welcoming environment for all families.