Mama Knows Nutrition: The Podcast

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61: Staying Positive When Parenting Alone Sep 19, 2022

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How do you do it all alone? I chat with Lauren “Lola” Garcia from @whatlolalikes about trying to do it all when you are the primary or only parent at home, and why she found it crucial to ask for help. We talk about what that help can actually look like, and what it feels like to be the parent who shoulders the mental load of all the day to day parenting.
Resources:

Melissa Wood Health

Didn’t I Just Feed You Podcast

Eat Clean Meal Delivery in Arizona

Flex Pro Meals

Days With Grey - Breakfast Invitations

What Lola Likes Instagram

What Lola Likes TikTok

60: A diabetes diagnosis…what it really means. Sep 05, 2022

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There are so many misconceptions about Diabetes, like you just get it if you eat a lot of sugar, or you can’t eat any carbs if you have Diabetes. I talked to Mary Ellen Phipps, who is a Registered Dietitian, mom, and has been living with Type 1 Diabetes since she was 5 years old. She shares what it’s REALLY like to live with diabetes (the ups and the downs), what it’s like for parents when they receive this diagnosis for their child, and she shares the truth about the common misconceptions.
Resources:
Milk and Honey Nutrition
The Easy Diabetes Cookbook
The Easy Diabetes Desserts Cookbook

59: New food on their plate and they freak? Aug 22, 2022

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If you feel like you can’t even attempt to put a new food on your picky eater’s plate because you know they’re going to be upset, you have to listen to this episode. This topic was a listener request and it’s something I hear often from picky eater parents. But I don’t want you to be scared to introduce new foods. Use these tips and you’re going to feel immediately better about dinner time with your picky eater.
Resources:
Free Picky Eater Starter Guide
Simple Steps to Picky Wins

58: Grandparents won’t feed your kids how you want? Aug 15, 2022

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It can be so frustrating when what feels like a simple request is completely ignored! If you’re feeling stuck with grandma or grandpa going overboard on treats when they’re watching your kids, listen to this episode for what you can do to handle the situation (and hopefully get them to listen to you!).
Resources: https://mamaknowsnutrition.com/shop/

57: When you and your partner disagree on parenting choices [feat. Dr. Cassidy Freitas] Aug 08, 2022

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It can feel like you get stuck when you and your partner or co-parent have different approaches or beliefs, especially when it comes to feeding your kids. Dr. Cassidy is a therapist who specializes in marriage and family therapy, and in this episode she provides a framework to use when you need help working through this in your own home. I personally am taking her tips for the next time I need to approach a tricky topic where my husband and I are not seeing eye to eye!

56: What to do when your toddler stops eating meat (and you want them to!) Aug 01, 2022

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It’s so frustrating when your little one drops foods they used to love! And for some of you, like me and my oldest kiddo, they drop A LOT of foods in the toddler stage. This episode gives you practical tips on how you can get them eating meat again, and how to introduce it in a way that’s more enticing to picky toddlers!

Check in this recipe for pineapple chicken for an easy way to introduce meat using flavors your toddler is already familiar with.

This is the sous vide mentioned in this episode.

55: [Special episode!] Must-Know Tips for Moving to a New House Jul 25, 2022

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Personal update…we moved to a new house! Since it has absolutely consumed my life for several weeks, I couldn’t pass up the opportunity to share the tips that saved my sanity and the things I’d absolutely repeat if we had to move again. This is my 3rd move as a mom, and it was by far the smoothest one yet!

54: Must-Know Tips for Toddler Choking Prevention Jul 18, 2022

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Learn what to avoid to reduce the risk of choking for your toddler from Brandon Doersken, co-founder and CPR instructor of Thrive Training Institute. Brandon is also a dad of 3 so he understands how hard it is to keep your eyes on them at all times! He helps empower you to have the knowledge and tools to help your little one, and you’ll love how he does NOT make it sound scary or overwhelming!

Thrive Training - https://courses.thrivetraininginstitute.com/courses/cpr-aed?ref=9ba80d

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53: Should You Use a Kids Snack Drawer? Jul 11, 2022

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Should you have a snack drawer for your young kids and should they be able to access snacks freely on their own?

Pantry and cabinet organization is awesome, and the idea of your kids not bothering you every time they want a snack is definitely appealing. But the kids' snack drawer can lead to even bigger problems that you don’t want to deal with (ugh, no more problems please!). Listen in to hear why I don’t love this solution, and what I’d recommend you do instead.
This episode was sponsored by Veggies Made Great. Try their new Stuffed Cauliflower Bites as a healthy option for your kids. Click here to find them in a store near you.

RESOURCES:

Breakfast Cards

Snack Guide

48 Healthy Snack Ideas

52: Debunking Food Myths That Have Gone Viral on Social Media [feat. the Food Science Babe] Jul 04, 2022

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Have you ever wondered the truth about additives in your food (what are they? Are they safe?), whether certain cooking oils are inflammatory and possibly toxic, or if your kids will be harmed by eating non-organic produce?

These topics are ones that keep making the rounds on social media, and as a parent who wants to do the best for your kids, it can be really hard to know what’s right! It can make you want to give up altogether.

Erin, the Food Science Babe (@foodsciencebabe) is an actual food scientist who uses high quality research-backed information to cut through the BS and share the truth. She explains the real answers to these questions, and tells you what red flags to look out for when you see people making bold health/nutrition claims online.

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