Cheri Fraker

About the Author

Cheri Fraker is a renowned pediatric feeding specialist and co-author of the acclaimed book Food Chaining: The Proven 6-Step Plan to Stop Picky Eating, Solve Feeding Problems, and Expand Your Child's Diet. With over two decades of experience as a speech-language pathologist specializing in children's nutrition and swallowing disorders, Fraker has helped countless families navigate the challenges of picky eating and food aversions. Her innovative Food Chaining method, developed in collaboration with experts at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, offers practical, evidence-based strategies to gradually introduce new foods and build healthy eating habits. Fraker's compassionate approach empowers parents with tools to foster positive mealtime experiences, drawing from her clinical practice and research in pediatric feeding therapy. She continues to advocate for accessible nutrition education through workshops, consultations, and her influential writing.