Jenny Friedman, MS, RD Education: Teachers College Columbia University, McGill University Expertise: Dietetics and Nutrition, Pediatric Nutrition Author of Stories of Extreme Picky Eating: Children with Severe Food Aversions and the Solutions That Helped ThemRegistered dietitian-nutritionist with a master's degree in nutrition and public health from Teachers College Columbia UniversityFounder of Jenny Friedman Nutrition, a practice that helps children with eating challenges comfortably and confidently enjoy a variety of foods Experience Jennifer Friedman is a registered dietitian-nutritionist, author of Stories of Extreme Picky Eating: Children with Severe Food Aversions and the Solutions That Helped Them, and the founder of Jenny Friedman Nutrition, a virtual private practice based in Philadelphia.After working for 5 years in clinical nutrition at some of the nation’s leading hospitals, Jenny now helps parents whose children experience extreme cases of picky eating. She also works directly with children to help them gain trust and confidence around food so they can build a long term positive eating relationship. Education Jenny received a master's degree in nutrition and public health from Teachers College Columbia University and a bachelor’s of arts degree from McGill University. She also completed a dietetic internship to become a registered dietitian. About Parents Parents, a Dotdash Meredith Brand, is an award-winning online resource for trustworthy, empathetic, and supportive information and inspiration for your families. We reach 9 million readers a month. Our content is written by experienced journalists, fact checked, and reviewed by our Expert Review Board for accuracy. Learn more about us and our editorial guidelines.