Jenny Friedman

Jenny Friedman, a highly respected pediatric registered dietitian and author, established her private practice, Jenny Friedman Nutrition, to provide specialized support for families navigating pediatric feeding challenges and extreme picky eating. Her expertise is built upon a strong academic foundation, holding a Bachelor of Arts degree from McGill University in Montreal, Canada, and a Master of Science degree in nutrition from Columbia University Teachers College in New York City. Friedman is also the author of ‘Stories of Extreme Picky Eating: Children with Severe Food Aversions,’ a crucial resource that combines real-life examples with practical intervention strategies for parents. Through Jenny Friedman Nutrition, she offers individualized coaching programs, including the ‘Empowered Eater,’ a comprehensive 6-month signature 1:1 coaching program.

This program is specifically designed for families seeking a personalized approach to overcome food fears and achieve lasting dietary changes, emphasizing a child-led, approachable style to support children in trying new foods without pressure or distress. Her methodologies are centered on creating positive mealtime experiences while expanding children’s dietary repertoires. Friedman’s insights are frequently sought by major media outlets, solidifying her position as a leading authority in pediatric nutrition. She has been featured on Fox News Philadelphia and contributed extensively to prominent parenting and health publications.

Her articles have appeared in Parents, What to Expect, Motherly, Verywell Family, Good Morning America, Yahoo Life, and MetroKids, covering topics related to child nutrition and effective strategies for managing selective eating habits. Leveraging her private practice and digital platforms, Jenny Friedman is committed to empowering parents with clear, actionable plans to help their children comfortably eat a wider variety of foods. She has consistently provided expert commentary and resources, establishing herself as a go-to authority in the field and continually reinforcing her mission to transform mealtime experiences for families worldwide.