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Middleish: Episode 111 - Fear Factor for Kids (Mini Pod)
Middleish: Episode 111 - Fear Factor for Kids (Mini Pod)
Middleish: Episode 111 - Fear Factor for Kids (Mini Pod)
Monday 31st July 2023
Join Erin Green and Michael Gray as they advocate for a fear-free approach to childhood nutrition, offering compassionate advice for parents.
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Episode Overview
- Advocating for a balanced approach to childhood nutrition without fear-mongering
- Encouraging children to develop a positive connection to food and self-regulation
- Teaching parents to create a safe, explorative environment for children to try new foods
- Providing practical advice and strategies for nurturing a healthy, balanced approach to childhood nutrition
- Empowering parents to navigate the complexities of children's nutrition with compassion and confidence
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Picture this: you're a parent, constantly bombarded with messages about what your child should or shouldn't eat. It's overwhelming, right? In this episode of 'Middleish', hosts Erin Green and Michael Gray tackle the anxiety-inducing world of childhood nutrition with empathy and wisdom. They get it – parents are stressed out by the fear-mongering around kids' diets. But Erin and Michael believe there's a better way to approach this crucial aspect of parenting.
Drawing from their rich backgrounds in nutrition and fitness, they advocate for a balanced, fear-free method. Instead of scaring kids into healthy eating, they suggest fostering a positive relationship with food. Imagine a world where children feel good about what they eat, where meals are enjoyable rather than stressful. That’s the vision Erin and Michael paint. Throughout the episode, they share personal stories and practical tips on how to create a nurturing food environment at home.
They emphasize the importance of variety and allowing kids to explore different foods without pressure. Teaching children to listen to their bodies and understand their hunger cues is another key point they highlight. Erin and Michael also introduce Elly Satter's Division of Responsibility, a framework that encourages parents to trust their children to eat as much or as little as they need from what is provided.
This approach not only reduces mealtime battles but also helps kids develop self-regulation and mindfulness around eating. So if you're a parent tired of the guilt and stress surrounding your child's diet, this episode offers a breath of fresh air. Tune in for compassionate advice that aims to make mealtimes a positive experience for both you and your little ones.