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Bright Families

Jen Dunlap

Practical nutrition information for families

health & fitness nutrition

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12:04

Insulin Resistance Story

Bright Families ·

2024/10/22

Becoming aware of insulin resistance at 13 and experimenting with macros in college

13:04

Two Ladies Calming their Nervous Systems - 13 minutes

Bright Families ·

2024/10/09

A couple of quick examples of women looking at signs that their nervous system is overacting, what steps they are taking to calm it down, and the results they have seen so far.

12:06

Resources, Constraints, Commitments

Bright Families ·

2024/10/04

Everyone has a different mix of obligations and resources available for their health and family needs. This is a framework to think about what you can use to help meet the needs, and more clearly determine what is possible. A good friend can help you see opportunities and options that you might not, and ask good questions. We also do this in Moms Club when we share our experiences and what we learned through trial and error. And of course this is key for 1:1 Coaching - asking questions to get a

18:11

Adrenal Fatigue?

Bright Families ·

2024/09/30

Is it Adrenal Fatigue? No matter what call it, we all hit the wall sometimes. If you’ve been drawing on your resources for months or years, it time to rebuild, and it will take time! You need to give your body the signals that the crisis is over, and the resources to put back wheats taken out. Sleeping more can, paradoxically, cause you to feel more tired than when you were going full tilt. But really, you are now feeling the fatigue that was there all along. It can take a few months of better

11:24

Your Health as a Legacy

Bright Families ·

2024/09/28

A legacy most importantly is an idea, story of who you are in the context of family, culture, faith etc,…and thus who your children can become as a result of your investment of time and energy. Just as we know that living in a house with stability and affection sets children up for success, living house with reasonable food choices and habits saves them years of figuring things out the hard way We look to our parents to see what’s possible and likely - will I struggle with my weight? Might I be

16:52

Clear Communication 19 min

Bright Families ·

2024/09/20

Are people not hearing what you say? Are you feeling frustrated trying to communicate and get an answer? Listen to this

06:53

Is Consistency a Problem Goal?

Bright Families ·

2024/09/17

“I just want to get in a consistent routine “ “It’s so hard to be consistent “ I hear this in every nutrition consultation. And it’s true. It’s hard to be consistent. AND it doesn’t matter nearly as much as we think it does. Long term, when you’re in your 60s and trying your maintain mobility and strength, there’s a greater case for consistency in exercise and nutrition. And you may also have more time. But it’s sad to see women get demoralized because they don’t walk every morning or eat

28:16

Postpartum Tips - 28 min

Bright Families ·

2024/09/12

An overview of all the little things and big things to keep in mind, so you can enjoy this time as much as possible and recover well!

44:45

How to be a Hot Mom

Bright Families ·

2023/07/31

It’s ok if you don’t like the word “hot”, just listen for a compilation of all the key tips. It’s not about exercising more and eating less - looking good starts further back with boundaries, setting aside time for sleep and rest, and other ways that you resist the nonstop.

12:43

A Peek into Moms Health Club

Bright Families ·

2023/07/26

A look at the topics and types of meetings we have in Moms Health Club - from short classes on Autoimmunity, Thyroid, Fertility, and Energy, to general information about children's health and open discussions where moms share their best tips and resources. We also have guest speakers on a variety of topics interesting to moms, such as emotions and food, pornography and managing temptation, setting boundaries, addressing conflict in relationships, and knowing which herbs to use safely with children

22:00

College Kids’ Immunity

Bright Families ·

2023/07/20

Strategies and a list of supplements to send with your kid heading off to college, with brand recommendations and how to we use them.

08:22

Heavy Periods? This is for you.

Bright Families ·

2023/07/13

A 9-minute overview of key strategies, with recommendations for supplements and food. Reach out with questions and subscribe!

17:40

Moms and Cortisol

Bright Families ·

2023/07/04

If you drag yourself out of bed in the morning and finally get a lift at 4 pm, this episode is for you! Quick and simple tactics for reducing that high cortisol feeling and getting back to a regular rhythm of high (at the right level) in the morning, and lower as the day goes on.

23:07

Test Prep Tips

Bright Families ·

2023/06/22

A quick overview of test prep tips and strategies for the SAT, ACT, and CLT.

09:50

Don’t tell me you don’t need Iron

Bright Families ·

2023/06/18

So many people with “normal” hemoglobin are actually low in iron. Think twice if you’re not feeling great throughout the day.

09:59

College Girls with Irregular Cycles

Bright Families ·

2023/06/12

Why do college girls have irregular cycles? 1) The Dorm Effect, and 2) Different food and activity habits between college and home. This is a quick take on how those two factors play out to make cycles more regular either at home or at school.As always, reach out with questions!

11:48

How to Start Talking to your Daughter about her Period

Bright Families ·

2023/06/10

You might be just as uncomfortable as your daughter with starting this conversation. Here are some quick tips for overcoming your ambivalence and delivering the right amount of information.

24:20

What if My Husband Loves Junk Food?

Bright Families ·

2023/05/13

What do you do when your husband wants to have soda, chips, ice cream, and candy in the house all the time? Here is a long-term perspective to consider, as you diplomatically negotiate and calmly hold your lines on food in your home, and arrive at habits that work for everyone. If you'd like encouragement and support as you get your family's food on track, join us this summer for the Family Food Reset starting June 14th! More details at brightfamilies.com

14:02

Talk to Kids Honestly about Weight

Bright Families ·

2023/04/27

Has your child been struggling with weight? Are you worried about his health, social life, or future opportunities? Does your daughter hate shopping or dressing up? Here are some things to keep in mind for yourself, and ways to start communicating about this touchy issue.

30:55

A Lawyer Mom Talks about Wills, Trusts, and More

Bright Families ·

2023/01/14

Leia Dingott shares why parents need a will, what happens if there isn't a will, and several scenarios that hadn't occurred to me - for instance, that a will can be handwritten to add legal weight, why you should name at least 3 options for who can care for your children, and different options for inheritance and trusts. Her website is Dingottlaw.com

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