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
43. The Mindful Family Christmas: Maintaining wellbeing without losing the Joy.
In this timely episode, Georgia and Jane tackle one of the most challenging seasons for parents - the Christmas period. With warmth and authenticity, they dive into practical strategies for maintaining family wellbeing during the festive season while acknowledging the very real pressures parents face.
Key insights from this episode:
- Learn why it's perfectly okay to say "no" to overwhelming social commitments and how to pace yourself through the season
- Discover thoughtful approaches to gift-giving, including why experiences might be more valuable than material presents
- Get practical tips for managing food choices during celebrations without becoming the "food police"
- Find out how to maintain important boundaries with family members while preserving relationships
- Understand how to balance holiday flexibility with core family values and routines
What sets this episode apart is the hosts' refreshingly honest take on modern Christmas celebrations. They challenge the commercialised version of the holiday and offer permission to create celebrations that truly serve your family's wellbeing. Whether you're dealing with sugar-fueled children, complex family dynamics, or your own end-of-year exhaustion, this episode provides the guidance you need to navigate the season mindfully.
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