Raising Well Nourished Kids
We all want to raise healthy, emotionally resilient, food-adventurous kids, but what does that actually look like and how do we do it?
This podcast is a place for deep conversations and practical guidance about what it takes to raise well nourished kids, in every sense of the word. We tackle all the big topics from setting boundaries and creating healthy eating habits to instilling a good food culture in your household and fostering body positivity.
There’s a lot of information out there, much of it contradictory and confusing. This leaves parents overwhelmed and anxious about the ‘right’ thing to do when it comes to their child’s health and wellbeing. It’s time to reimagine a way to parent in this modern world that supports health, connection and the relational wellbeing of our families and precious children.
Every week we’ll bring you a new episode that draws on our combined 40 years of knowledge and experience in the fields of child psychology, behaviour and nutrition, as well as our own personal journey’s of raising healthy, thriving teenagers, in the hopes of bringing you some much needed clarity along with simple, proven strategies to help you raise well nourished kids.
We’re here to support you to support your young people in developing healthy eating habits and positive relationships with and through food.
Raising Well Nourished Kids
29. Navigating Peer Pressure Around School Lunches: A Healthy Approach
As health-conscious parents, we've all experienced the challenge of our kids feeling left out or embarrassed when their school lunches don't match the norm. In this insightful podcast episode, Georgia and Jane, both mums of two teens, unpack this tricky topic with empathy and practical wisdom.
They share their own stories of dealing with peer pressure around school lunches - from kids teasing their kids for "weird" or "smelly" food, to eventually having other students seek out their healthier snacks and lunches. Through these experiences, they've learned that while it can be painful in the moment, it ultimately builds incredible resilience and self-acceptance in their kids.
The key takeaways include:
- Validating your child's feelings about wanting to fit in, while gently reinforcing the reasons behind your family's food choices
- Role-playing responses your child can use when faced with lunchbox-related teasing
- Fostering a strong sense of belonging at home so your child feels secure enough to be different at school
- Collaborating with the school to encourage healthier lunches across the community
Most importantly, Georgia and Jane emphasise that with patience and the right support, these challenging lunchbox experiences can become a gift - equipping our kids with the confidence to march to the beat of their own drum, now and in the future.
If you're a health-conscious parent seeking strategies to navigate this common issue, this episode is a must-listen. Georgia and Jane's empathetic yet empowering approach will inspire you to keep packing those wholesome lunches, knowing you're setting your kids up for lifelong wellness and resilience.
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