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Happy Hungry Hippos: Pediatric Feeding Clinic bringing hope and healing to children who struggle to Pediatric Feeding Clinic

03/06/2026

This parent’s fear is so relatable. 🦛 When you have a child with a "big personality" and a long history of mealtime struggles, it’s hard to believe anything will actually work. You aren't just looking for "nutrition"—you’re looking for a way to stop the constant worry about their weight and their health. 🥄

We understand those high expectations and the exhaustion of trying "everything" without seeing progress. 📈

At Happy Hungry Hippos, we don't just focus on the calories; we focus on the sensory trust that makes eating possible.

Watching a child move from "not eating enough" to building confident, sustainable habits is the ultimate "Big Win." 💙

You don't have to carry the weight of that worry alone. 🫂

🦛 See you at the table.

03/05/2026

We created two free coloring pages to go along with Hugo’s Brave Bite 🦛

After reading the story, coloring can be a simple way to keep the conversation going — without pressure.

You might try:

• Asking which food Hugo was curious about

• Talking about what “brave” felt like

• Letting your child choose their own colors (even if broccoli is purple)

This isn’t about getting a bite.

It’s about building comfort.

Both coloring pages are available as a free download on the resource page.

Download here: https://happyhungryhippos.com/hugos-brave-bite

🦛 See you at the table,

Charlene

03/04/2026

A few months ago, food sent her into fight-or-flight.

She had severe allergies.

Only three approved foods.

Strong refusal of anything beyond her bottles.

Now?

She’s holding a whole steak.

Exploring it.

Munching safely.

Smiling.

This isn’t about steak.

It’s about safety.

Before children learn to chew, swallow, or try new textures…

their nervous system has to believe food is safe.

When we remove pressure and build trust step by step, something shifts.

Curiosity replaces fear.

Exploration replaces avoidance.

Confidence replaces panic.

This is what feeding therapy should feel like.

Not force.

Not fear.

Not “just try it.”

Safety first. Always.

Charlene | Pediatric Feeding OT

Helping children learn to trust food, one sense at a time.

03/03/2026

If mealtimes feel like a battlefield, you aren’t alone. We often get stuck in a cycle of cooking, arguing, and leaving the table upset.

But what if the goal of dinner wasn’t actually the eating?

When we lower the pressure to consume and shift our focus toward connection, the appetite often follows. Let’s change the mission together.

🦛 See you at the table.
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02/27/2026

It sounds so small—just one tiny taste to see if they like it. We say it because we want them to realize the food isn't "scary."

But here is the truth: forcing even one bite can damage the trust your child has in the mealtime environment—and in their own ability to feel safe at the table.

At Happy Hungry Hippos, we prioritize safety and trust over variety. When a bite is forced, a child’s nervous system often shifts into a protective state, which actually increases resistance to that food in the future.

Real, lasting progress doesn’t come from compliance; it comes from sensory trust. By removing the "one bite" rule, you give your child the space to be curious on their own terms.

You’re not failing by letting them say no—you’re building a foundation for a lifetime of flexible eating.

🦛 See you at the table.

02/25/2026

Meet Hugo’s book buddy 🦛

If your child loves Hugo’s Brave Bite, there is now a crocheted Hugo available as a companion to the story.

Each one is handmade with care and available through Etsy

🔗https://happyhungryhippos.com/hugos-brave-bite

This is not a bundle — the book and Hugo are sold separately — but if you’re looking for a soft little friend to sit beside your reader at the table or during story time, this is where you’ll find him.

Handmade by my niece, and created with the same heart behind the story.

02/23/2026

“Hugo’s Brave Bite is a beautiful reminder that every small step matters — and that it’s okay not to like everything.”

If you’re seeing Hugo again, that’s intentional.

Most families need multiple touchpoints before finding a resource that feels right. This story was created to meet children where they are — gently, without pressure.

📚 Hugo’s Brave Bite is available on Amazon.
https://happyhungryhippos.com/hugos-brave-bite

02/18/2026

Hugo’s Brave Bite is meant for children who need time, curiosity, and emotional safety to build comfort around food — and for the parents, therapists, and educators who support them.

It’s designed to open conversations, reduce pressure, and create space for progress at a child’s pace.

It’s also important to be clear about what this book is not. Hugo isn’t a quick fix or a tool for forcing bites. It’s a gentle story rooted in trust, patience, and understanding.

Clarity matters when choosing resources for children.

📚 Hugo’s Brave Bite is available on Amazon.
https://happyhungryhippos.com/hugos-brave-bite

01/30/2026

Seeing Hugo in the hands of so many different children is a reminder that feeding journeys don’t look the same — and they don’t have to.

For some kids, progress starts with a story, a shared moment, or simply feeling safe enough to explore. Every small step matters.

01/29/2026

When I started working with kids around feeding, I saw how much fear and pressure can show up at the table — for kids and parents.

Hugo the Hippo was written to meet kids in that space with curiosity instead of pressure, and safety instead of stress.

This book isn’t about “fixing” eating.
It’s about helping kids feel safe enough to explore.

If it helps even one child feel calmer at the table, it’s done its job.

📘 Available on Amazon
🔗happyhungryhippos.com/hugos-brave-bite

01/16/2026

Hugo is already making brave friends at the table! 🦛

Check out this incredible win: after reading Hugo’s story, little Callahan tried red peppers for the first time in years! 🌶️🙌

Whether it’s a coincidence or a little "Hugo magic," my heart is so full knowing this story is helping tiny tasters find their courage. Way to go, Callahan! 💛

Grab your copy of Hugo's Brave Bites.
✨ https://happyhungryhippos.com/hugos-brave-bite

01/13/2026

Hugo’s Brave Bite is officially out in the world! 🦛✨

My heart is so full after celebrating with my family. The highlight was definitely getting to read the story to my grandkids for the very first time — a moment I’ll treasure forever. 📖💛

Thank you to everyone who has supported this journey. Seeing Hugo in their hands makes it all worth it!

📘 Hugo's Brave Bite is now available — https://happyhungryhippos.com/hugos-brave-bite

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20 Whitlock Place Ste 101
Roswell, GA
30064

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Tuesday	9am - 6pm
Wednesday	9am - 6pm
Thursday	9am - 4pm

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