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
36. The Treat Sweet Spot: Finding Balance in a Sugar-Coated World
Listen as Georgia and Jane tackle the tricky topic of treats and how to manage them in a family setting. They dive deep into the challenges many parents face with constant demands for treats and offer a game-changing strategy that could revolutionise your approach to this common dilemma.
Key highlights include:
- Redefining what constitutes a "treat" and why the term itself might be problematic
- Identifying healthier alternatives to common treat foods
- The introduction of the "treat days" concept - a brilliant strategy for setting boundaries and reducing treat-related stress
- How to navigate special occasions and celebrations within a healthier treat framework
- The long-term benefits of establishing a balanced approach to treats, as seen in the hosts' now-older children
Whether you're struggling with constant treat requests or just looking to foster a healthier relationship with food in your family, this episode offers valuable insights and strategies. Tune in to gain a fresh perspective on treats and learn how to implement positive changes in your household!
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