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PODCAST

Mom, What"s For Dinner?

Jen Belanger MS RD LDN and Izzy Wilson

A podcast for parents who need help navigating the muddy waters of feeding their kids. From starting solids to picky eating and body image concerns, join me for real life, down to earth conversations about how to nourish our kids. I may be a pediatric dietitian, but I"m also a mom, dealing with the same day-to-day craziness and joy of motherhood as my listeners. You’ll learn, you’ll laugh, and you’ll be inspired!

kids & family nutrition

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21:37

Helping a Picky Eater at Thanksgiving

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2024/11/26

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?Holiday meals with a kiddo who is picky can be HARD. All your family members are worried they aren't eating enough, kiddo only eats a few rolls, and no one is having a good time. But, it doesn't need to be so stressful. We hope these easy to digest tips will help to decrease stress and make your day run a little more smoothly. Remember, picky eating shouldn't stop you or your child from enjoying occasions around food. You've got this! Disclaimer: Any ...

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23:21

Stop Short Order Cooking to Help End Picky Eating

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2024/11/19

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?Do you find yourself cooking multiple meals in a single night because everyone in your family wants something different? Stir fry for the parents, hot dog for kid 1, mac n cheese for kid 2? This episode is for you! By the end of this episode you'll have learned how to make one meal per night that everyone can sit down and enjoy together. To learn more about Jen’s picky eating program click here: https://jenbelangernutrition.com/pickyeating/ Disclaimer:...

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28:44

Nutrients Crucial for Brain Development

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2024/11/12

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?Brain development happens very rapidly in the first 3 years of life. From pregnancy to preschool age, join us to learn about important nutrients to make sure your child is getting during this vital time in brain development. We also list off some of the best brain powering foods to fuel those little brains so they can reach their full potential.Resources: Nutrition for brain development: https://healthychildren.org/english/news/pages/aap-aims-to-ensure...

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23:39

Cooking Healthy Meals On A Budget

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2024/11/05

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?The price of groceries is astronomical and we are all feeling it! Whenever I leave the grocery store I feel that burning hole in my pocket. This week we are coming at you with some quick and easy tips for cooking healthy on a budget. We're big foodies here so we have done all the work for you when it comes to combining budget friendly with delicious! Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purpos...

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32:15

Happy Halloween! Keeping Candy No Big Deal [Repost]

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2024/10/29

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?This episode is a repost from last year, but Halloween is Halloween! Why reinvent the wheel? Learn how to keep candy no big deal and include it in a healthful diet on the biggest candy holiday of the year! Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Th...

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24:04

How to Talk To Kids About Weight

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2024/10/22

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?Today we are tackling the difficult topic of how to have a discussion with your child about weight. Even if your household is body neutral (which is awesome!), kids are bound to hear comments about weight and bodies at school, sports, and social settings. We'll equip you with all the tools you will need to tackle the questions that come from your kids about this topic. We talk about how to have the conversation using the Health At Every Size principles and ...

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23:21

The Mini Muffin and Noodle Diet: How to Expand Variety

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2024/10/15

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?Does this title sound familiar? There are many children out there eating the same foods over and over again with little variety. It's so important that kids are getting in a variety of foods to promote optimal growth and development. Expanding variety in extreme picky eaters can be challenging, but we have some tips to make it less daunting. Tune in to learn where to start in this process, how to food chain, and how to make food exposures fun and feel safe....

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37:15

Favorite Fall Recipes for Busy Sports Families [And...

Mom, What"s For Dinner? ·

2024/10/08

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?We are in the thick of Fall! Sports have been in full swing for a few weeks now, and the momentum of the fresh new school year might be wearing off when it comes to cooking meals. We're bringing you some quick and easy recipes for those busy nights when everyone is getting back late from practice, dance, and other activities. Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be...

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25:03

Popular Workout Supplements Among Teens

Mom, What"s For Dinner? ·

2024/10/01

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?If you've got a teen athlete or avid gym goer, they may be asking you to buy protein powders, preworkout, or creatine. These supplements are growing in popularity among teens, but are they really necessary? In today's episode we dive deep into some of most popular workout supplements among teens and give you the low down on safety and how to use them. Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes on...

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25:47

Plating Meals for a Picky Eater [What and How Much to...

Mom, What"s For Dinner? ·

2024/09/24

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?"Help! My child only eats chicken nuggets and pasta, what do I put on their plate at dinner?” If this sounds like an issue you face in your home, then this episode is for you! We don't only want to put foods kids are known to like and accept on their plate. Learn how to make mealtimes pleasant for everyone, and ensure your kiddo eats something. This is an episode you don't want to miss! Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educa...

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30:38

Nutrition to Support Breastfeeding

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2024/09/17

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?As promised we are continuing our discussion about breastfeeding while specifically talking about nutrition for breastfeeding mothers. With discussions about hydration, calorie requirements, macronutrient needs, alcohol consumption while breastfeeding and caffeine, we are going through all aspects of maternal nutrition and dietary intake during breastfeeding. Resources:Alcohol and Breastfeeding CDC: https://www.cdc.gov/breastfeeding/breastfeeding-...

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46:01

When Picky Eating is More than Preference; Oral-Motor...

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2024/09/10

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?In this episode we are joined by Melanie Parker, a Speech Language Pathologist and feeding therpist who works in Early Intervention with children age 0-3. We will discuss some of the typical feeding and swallowing problems that she might encounter with her clients and medical conditions that may warrant evaluation by an SLP. Mel and Jen also talk about some of the newest approaches in feeding therapy and how Mel uses food in her sessions with clients. Link...

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29:49

Hydration [Do We Really Need More Than Water?]

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2024/09/03

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?Sports drinks, electrolyte powders, and hydration multipliers oh my! With kids going back to school and Fall sports starting up again, it's time to talk about the importance of hydration! We'll debunk the hype around some popular hydration supplements and get creative with ideas to help you keep yourself and your kids hydrated. Links: Check out our hydration handout by clicking here: https://jenbelangernutrition.com/resources/ Check out our F...

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25:35

Breakfast Ideas for Busy School Days

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2024/08/27

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?With the start of school right around the corner we are here with some super easy breakfast ideas for those busy school mornings. We know that sometimes you don’t even have time for the quickest breakfasts so we also included some ideas of meals that you can prep ahead of time and just grab and go on those super busy mornings to make your life even easier. Additional Links: Listen to our “Lunch Ideas for School” episode here: https://www.buzzsprou...

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27:28

Food Exposures for Picky Kids

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2024/08/20

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?Everything you need to know about what counts as a food exposure in one place. If you have ever wondered what counts as a food exposure for your picky eater we are laying it out for you today. We also give some examples of food exposures you can do with your child to get them exposed to new foods in a fun and unconventional way. Links:Check out Jen's Picky Eating program here: Picky Eating - Jen Belanger Nutrition Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss ...

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25:47

Caffeine Guidelines for Kids and Teens

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2024/08/13

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?With energy drink consumption (and even coffee!) on the rise in our kids, we felt it was time to dedicate an episode specifically to caffeine in children. We'll tell you some of the hidden sources of caffeine to look out for and we will also walk you through some of the most popular energy drinks among kids and teens today, including Celsius, Alani Nu, and pre-workout supplements.Additional Links: Caffeine and children AACAP: https://www.aacap.org/AACAP/Fam...

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24:59

Sodium Guidelines for Kids

Mom, What"s For Dinner? ·

2024/08/06

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?Sodium is one of the main nutrients of concern because Americans are getting too much, but does this extend to our children too? This week we are talking about sodium for kids and how our children’s dietary patterns may have them exceeding the guidelines and affecting their health. We also talk about some ways to decrease your child’s sodium intake.Additional Resources: Sodium Intake among US School-Aged Children: National Health and Nutrition Examination S...

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42:33

Getting Kids Comfortable Around New Foods with...

Mom, What"s For Dinner? ·

2024/07/30

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?This week we are joined by founder and president of ChopChop Family Sally Sampson as we dicuss the benefits of getting your picky eater in the kitchen to help them become more comfortable around new foods. Sally talks to us about some of her own experiences with picky eaters and how ChopChop's products can help introduce new foods to picky eaters. Links: Check out ChopChop Family by clicking here: https://www.chopchopfamily.org/ To receive 20% off your...

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31:30

Parents as Role Models In Feeding and Nutrition

Mom, What"s For Dinner? ·

2024/07/23

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?Here are some quick and easy tips for parents to be a healthy role model for their children, to help them build healthy habits starting from a young age. Additional Links:Being a Healthy Role Model: https://www.dhs.gov/employee-resources/news/2022/03/17/be-healthy-role-model-children#:~:text=Go%20grocery%20shopping%20together.,not%20eat%20it%20at%20home. Listen to our “Promoting Healthy Food and Body Relationships” episode here: https://www.buzzsprout....

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34:24

Does My Extreme Picky Eater Need A Multivitamin?

Mom, What"s For Dinner? ·

2024/07/16

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? If you have ever questioned if you child should be taking a multivitamin or wondered if you should keep your child on their multivitamin then this one is for you. Today we look at a research study that investigated multivitamins for kids and if they actually meet the nutrient needs of our children. Multivitamins can be expensive and they're all slightly different; it can be hard to choose the right one. We'll give you the 411 and tell you if a multivi...

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