The Eating with EASE Academy
Welcome to a one-of-a-kind program that gives you the tools, support, and confidence to create stress-free, connection-filled mealtimes—without the guilt, frustration, or fear of failing your child.
You are desperately seeking answers because…
You're drained from endless mealtime battles and need a solution that actually works for your child.
You've tried all the usual advice, but nothing seems to work—and you're tired of feeling dismissed and blamed.
You're looking for solutions that honor your child's unique feeding needs—not another cookie-cutter approach.
You’re craving a breakthrough to help you find what works for your family.
Are you ready to help your child flourish and bring back joy to your family table?
Imagine if…
You could go out to a restaurant without packing a backup meal.
Family trips didn’t mean hauling a suitcase full of “safe” foods.
Birthday parties and social gatherings felt fun again—not stressful or overwhelming.
Instead of dreading mealtimes, you could finally sit back, relax, and enjoy those precious moments with your child.
The peace you’ve been craving is possible—and EASE can help you get there.
A relationship-based feeding approach is the proven path to peaceful mealtimes — without bribes, battles, or burnout.
Hi, I’m Brenda.
I know the worry that comes when your child refuses food for the hundredth time—the frustration, the guilt, the exhaustion. As an award-winning pediatric occupational therapist and feeding specialist, I’ve helped hundreds of families move from mealtime stress to success. But I also know that too many parents are left struggling without support—whether due to cost, location, or sheer overwhelm.
That’s why I created The Eating with EASE Academy—the only online feeding program that combines expert guidance with live facilitation, so you’re never left wondering what to do next.
EASE is the program you actually finish!
This isn’t just another course to add to your to-do list. Through bite-sized lessons and real-time support, you’ll go beyond just learning—you’ll apply strategies in a way that fits your family’s unique needs.
With EASE, you’ll turn uncertainty into confidence, stress into connection, and mealtimes into something your child wants to be part of. Let’s build safety, trust, and joy at the table—and watch your child’s curiosity (and appetite) bloom.
Brenda Chilstrom, OTR/L is a pediatric occupational therapist and feeding specialist with over 30 years of experience working with children and families in a variety of settings. Brenda was recently chosen as the Master Clinician of the year at the Birth-Three Annual Conference 2025 hosted by Educational Resources, Inc. She resides in beautiful Naples, FL where she runs her successful business, That Makes Sense OT.
Introducing The Eating with EASE Academy
Feeding kids who struggle with eating isn’t EASY…
But in 8 weeks together, we can EASE our way through the journey.
With The Eating with EASE Academy, you’ll discover the tools and strategies to transform mealtimes for your family:
E = EMPOWER yourself with the knowledge and personalized strategies to make confident decisions that work for your family.
A = ADAPT the mealtime environment and ATTUNE to your child’s unique needs, fostering connection and trust.
S = SUPPORT your child’s sensory and motor development, creating a strong foundation for eating success.
E = ENJOY peaceful, connected mealtimes where your family can flourish together.
It’s time to leave the stress and frustration behind and create meaningful change—step by step, at your own pace.
"Brenda’s thoughtful guidance and compassion helped us shift our feeding relationship. Through her patient, no-pressure approach, we learned that small, consistent changes lead to big results over time. Our son has gone from not eating to trying everything. He’s still working on eating more at one time, but I’m hopeful now that he feels safe exploring foods."
—Lydia C.
Take a Peek Inside The Eating with EASE Academy!
In each module, you’ll find practical strategies, actionable tips, and real-life examples — all to help make even the most challenging mealtimes more manageable.
Module 1: Building Trust at the Table – The Power of Responsive Feeding
Discover simple strategies to create a calmer, less stressful mealtime experience.
Learn how to respond to your child’s cues to build trust and connection during meals.
Module 2: Setting the Stage for Mealtime Success
Design a sensory-friendly space that encourages curiosity and calm.
Recognize your child’s non-verbal cues so you can respond early and keep mealtimes on track.
Module 3: Sensory Strategies for Calm and Curious Eating
Unlock the power of the vagus nerve to help your child feel safe and regulated.
Use co-regulation techniques to ease anxiety and create joyful eating moments.
Module 4: Strengthening the Skills for Eating Success
Boost your child’s posture and breath control to improve chewing and swallowing.
Build essential oral motor skills to support eating confidence.
Module 5: Playful Strategies to Spark Food Curiosity
Introduce fun, low-pressure activities that inspire adventurous eating.
Encourage autonomy and flexibility to make mealtimes more enjoyable for everyone.
Module 6: Deepening Connection for Lasting Progress
Use proven techniques to nurture emotional resilience at the table.
Cultivate your child’s internal motivation to explore new foods with confidence.
Conclusion: Celebrate, Reflect, and Keep Moving Forward
Reflect on your family’s progress and celebrate your wins.
Learn how to keep building peaceful, joyful mealtimes long after the course ends.
Unlock the Secrets to Stress-Free Mealtimes
You don’t have to stay stuck in mealtime battles.
With the right strategies, you can turn chaos into connection — and start seeing progress faster than you think.
Here’s your roadmap to easier mealtimes…
Six Modules/ Eight Weeks of Guidance
Bite-sized videos that skip the fluff and focus only on what you need to know to make real progress.
Build trust so your child feels safe exploring new foods.
Support sensory and motor needs with practical strategies.
Shift from power struggles to joyful mealtime connection.
Help your child explore new foods without pressure.
Confidently troubleshoot common mealtime challenges.
Bring back the joy—so meals feel calm and connected.
You’ll get unlimited access to all modules, with one module released each Monday morning.
What does unlimited access mean? After our 8 weeks are over, you’ll still be able to access each module and continue to go through the trainings on your own time.
8 LIVE One-Hour Group Support Sessions
For eight weeks, we’ll meet for a LIVE one-hour facilitation session where you’ll have the opportunity to review, ask questions, get clarification, and practice the strategies from the module lessons.
You’ll be able to connect with other parents in a safe space where they truly understand your struggles.
And, if you can’t attend the LIVE call, you’ll have the opportunity to pre-submit your questions, and I’ll answer them on the call. Each call is recorded and will be available to you promptly each week.
Recipe Box Resources
A curated resource library of tips, tools, and strategies to simplify mealtimes and help you troubleshoot common challenges:
seating and positioning
sensory regulation
oral motor play activities
family meal progress scale
and many more!
Holistic Implementation Activities
Each module includes engaging, whole-brain activities designed to support both your learning style and your child's participation and growth.
Implement what you learn right away!
To support your journey even further…
Exclusive Bonus Lessons & Resources (Included at no extra cost!)
Because I know feeding challenges don’t exist in a vacuum, I’ve packed EASE with extra support to help you tackle mealtime struggles from every angle.
🌟 Stress Less, Connect More: Simple adult regulation techniques—because your calm fuels your child’s.
🌟 10-Day Reconnect Plan: A guided reset to help you and your child start fresh with less stress.
🌟 Easy Food Bridges: Gentle, proven ways to introduce new foods without pressure.
🌟 Menu-Planning Made Simple: Realistic, stress-free meal ideas designed for selective eaters.
🌟 Sensory & Oral Motor Play: Fun, easy activities that support eating skills without feeling like therapy
🌟Expert Insights: Get game-changing advice from a parenting consultant and a registered dietitian.
🌟 Bonus Baby-Led Weaning Tips: Perfect for younger siblings or a fresh start with a hesitant eater
🌟Total Bonus Value: $500—Yours FREE When You Join EASE!🌟
These practical, easy-to-implement bonuses will help you see progress faster and make mealtimes feel lighter and more connected. Because feeding your child shouldn’t feel like a daily battle—it should feel like EASE.
“I felt so much guilt—Until Brenda helped me see a better way.”
— Lindsay, mom to R, 19 months
"Before working with Brenda, I felt overwhelmed with guilt about not doing enough for my toddler. Her reflux made feeding a challenge. But Brenda helped us identify hunger cues and use play to encourage mealtime participation. Through her guidance, we were able to reduce my daughter’s anxiety around food and make real progress in her growth and skills. Brenda’s compassion and expertise were exactly what we needed during such a stressful time."
“Brenda was my lifeline when I felt like giving up.”
"Before working with Brenda, I felt hopeless — like my daughter would never eat well. It was such a hard, lonely time. During our work together, Brenda was my lifeline. Her guidance gave me the strength to step back, trust the process, and make small changes that added up to a huge difference. Now, I feel so much more hopeful — like we’re finally getting there. Thank you, Brenda, for being my voice of reason and for your kindness and encouragement."
— Anita, mom of Reina, 14 months
By the End of This Program, You Will Have…
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KNOWLEDGE
A Clear Understanding of Your Child's Eating Journey
You’ll gain the "why" behind your child’s eating challenges and gain the practical tools to support them with compassion and confidence.
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CONFIDENCE
The Skills to Transform Mealtimes
You will feel equipped to create positive, stress-free mealtime experiences—free from pressure, power struggles, or guilt.
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HOPE
The Belief That Change is Possible
You’ll be celebrating every small win, knowing you have the tools, guidance, and support to achieve lasting progress for your child and your family.
Your Eating with EASE Academy Money-Back Guarantee
I created EASE to give you the tools, strategies, and expert support you need to confidently problem-solve what works for your family. I stand by this program, and I want you to feel fully supported in your journey.
If you fully participate in the program and don’t feel you’ve gained the knowledge and confidence to create a more connected, stress-free mealtime experience that advances your child’s feeding skills, I’ll refund your investment—no hassle, no hard feelings.
To qualify for a refund, you must:
✅ Attend or watch the replay of all implementation sessions within one week of posting.
✅ Participate in the implementation sessions or submit questions if unable to attend live.
✅ Complete all workbook assignments.
✅ Implement the strategies taught in the program.
✅ Submit your refund request in writing within 10 days of the program’s conclusion, along with a brief summary of what didn’t meet your expectations and proof of your participation.
This guarantee is for action-takers who commit to learning and applying the strategies. If you show up and do the work, I’m confident you’ll walk away with a new level of understanding and real solutions for your family.
If you’re ready to transform mealtimes—with zero risk—join EASE today!
FAQs
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The program includes 6 full modules, an introductory module, and a celebration module. The program runs for 8 consecutive weeks and includes short, digestible videos you can watch on your own time (while waiting in that dreaded carline…) What makes the EASE program stand out is weekly live implementation sessions where we problem solve what can work for your family.
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This is a one-of-a-kind program that you will finish! The Eating with EASE Academy has built-in weekly live facilitation sessions. These sessions are designed to give you practice so you won't get stuck or overwhelmed. Together, we review the lessons and problem solve how to implement the ideas so they work for your family.
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Yes! I highly encourage you to attend the facilitation sessions, but understand that life is hectic and kids are demanding! This program is designed to give you knowledge to help you problem solve, with facilitation, to make the changes that will get you farther along your feeding journey with your child.
After the cohort ends, you’ll retain access to the entire program for a minimum of 12 months from your purchase date, or as long as it remains hosted on this platform. This means you can revisit all sessions and materials at your convenience during this period.
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Yes! If you desire additional support, we have coaching packages available as a supplement. Only a few time slots are available though so if you need the additional support, let us know now.
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No, the information provided in this program is educational in nature only. It is not intended to replace professional advice or consultation with a medical provider, healthcare professional, or feeding expert. That Makes Sense OT is not liable for any loss, damage, or injury that may result from using the information in this program.
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No. This program is educational in nature, and cannot be billed through medical insurance.
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Yes! EASE was designed specifically to be adaptable for all populations struggling with eating. From Pediatric Feeding Disorder, ARFID, Autism, ADHD, high anxiety, and more... all will benefit because the core foundation of the program teaches how to problem solve so strategies work for your family.
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The doors to The Eating with EASE Academy will be open for enrollment in early 2025! Sign up now to be the first in the know for our next cohort.
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This program is designed to work for any age infant or child, as long as they are starting to explore foods. It is not for babies who are not yet ready to transition to food exploration before the age of six months.
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I believe every parent deserves access to the support and guidance they need to make mealtimes less stressful and more connected. That’s why I’ve intentionally priced this program to be as accessible as possible, so more families can get the help they need without financial barriers standing in the way.
Before you go…
I see you — you’ve tried everything.
You’ve read the articles, followed the advice, and yet, you’re still stuck, second-guessing yourself at every meal. It’s exhausting.
I’ve worked with countless parents just like you - worried, frustrated, and unsure of what to do next. And I know that more information alone isn’t the answer.
That’s why I built The Eating with EASE Academy — to go beyond generic advice and give you real support. Someone to walk beside you, to guide you through the process, to help you get to the root of the issue and move forward when things don’t go as planned.
That’s precisely why I designed this program with live implementation sessions—because real change happens when you can ask questions, get feedback, and build confidence for the moments you need it.
This isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach.
It’s a proven and trusted path to helping your child develop a healthy, stress-free relationship with food so you can have the peace of mind you need.
Imagine where you could be a year from now…
What if mealtimes felt easier—filled with more connection and less frustration? What if you finally had the tools and confidence to support your child in a way that actually works?
This could be the moment that changes everything—the moment you step into a new approach that brings relief, progress, and joy to your family’s table.
You don’t have to figure this out alone. I’m here to guide you every step of the way.
Are you ready?
