Say Yummy! A Sensory-Smart Guide to Helping Picky Eaters with Recipes, Games, and a Song

Does your child melt down at the sight of a new food? Are mealtimes filled with tears, tension, or endless negotiations? You're not alone, and you're not doing anything wrong. Many children struggle with food due to sensory sensitivities. "Say Yummy!" is here to help. This playful, sensory-smart guide is packed with real tools, fun games, easy recipes, and even a food song to make trying new foods less stressful and more joyful. Whether your child avoids textures, gags at smells, or just flat-out refuses anything new, this book offers strategies that work. Inside, you'll find: Expert-backed techniques tailored to sensory-sensitive kids A playful mealtime song that builds positive food associations Easy, kid-friendly recipes you can cook together Sensory play and food exploration games to break down food fears Real talk from a mom who’s been there and found what helps Why This Book Is Different: Unlike typical picky eating guides, "Say Yummy!" is designed for sensory-sensitive children. It doesn’t pressure, punish, or rely on old-school “just one bite” tactics. Instead, it embraces your child’s unique needs and builds trust, step by step. Ideal for: Parents of picky or selective eaters Families of children with SPD, ASD, ADHD, or oral aversions Therapists, OTs, educators, and caregivers supporting sensory integration Anyone wanting to make food feel safe and fun again!