#68: What if feeding my kids feels too darn hard?
with Jennifer Anderson, MSPH, RDN
In this episode we discuss…
what harm reduction parenting looks like
the realities of food insecurity
taking the shame out of feeding struggles
how to build capacity as a parent
the value and limits of evidence-based public health recommendations
the continuum of picky eater
how picky eating affects the family dynamic
red flags for picky eating and when to seek professional help
the dangers of weight loss in a child of any size
how to effectively talk about the nuances of nutrition with kids
how food respect promotes kindness and inclusion
language to use/avoid with picky eaters
how to deal with “yucks” at the dinner table
the importance of self-compassion in feeding
What good is the knowledge that research says family meals are associated with better academic performance and lower rates of depression, eating disorders, and substance use if you’re struggling to get out of bed? And who could possibly care about how many servings of fruit and vegetables is optimal for your kid if you can’t even access fresh produce… or figure out how to use it before it rots in your fridge….or how to get your kid to accept anything other than white food? Jennifer Anderson, the dietitian turned influencer behind @kidseatincolor, is here to offer loads of compassion and guidance to those of us who are parenting at the bottom, struggling to make ends meet, fighting with picky eaters, and leaning on instagram to help us do just a little bit better.
Jennifer Anderson is a registered dietitian, mom of 2 exciting boys, and the founder of Kids Eat in Color. With nearly 2 million followers on social media and millions more visiting the website each year, Kids Eat in Color is the world’s leading resource for parents helping get their kids on the path to eating better without the meal time battles.
Connect with Jennifer and @kidseatincolor on her website, Instagram.
Resources mentioned or recommended:
Jennifer’s article The Overwhelmed Mom Survival Guide You Need & Anti-Picky-Eating Meal Plan
Kids Eat In Color FREE Picky Eater Guide
Zoë’s favorite Kids Eat in Color® meal plan system Real Easy Weekdays