My children surprise me time and time again with their eating and their ability to hone in on their own needs and internal cues… if only I give them a chance. With my oldest turning 8 this week she is exposed to different foods in places outside our home. Sweets at youth club, biscuits for […]
Confessions of a dietitian. My kids eat doughnuts. Read More »
I’m passionate about raising my kids to love their bodies, to be confident, body positive and to know how truly beautiful they are inside and out. A recent post I shared on facebook showed how many others are also passionate about this and how as parents we play such a major role in shaping our
Body Confidence for the next generation Read More »
Let’s talk childrens menus when eating out. This can be a topic of division in my mind and in general amongst parents. I doubt many people choose where they eat out based soley on the kids menu but when you are eating out with small ones it is hugely important. Often childrens menus are high
Colour up kids restaurant menus Read More »
In a completely perfect world we would eat when hungry, stop when full and eat the foods our body tells us to eat. However few of us are that tuned into our bodies signals. We are bombarded with outside signals for example the media, advertising, other people, shops, restaurants – food is all around us.
How do we know when we are hungry/full? Read More »
Ever get the feeling that the children in the house are in charge? Oh my days, I know I sometimes feel like I just run from child to child doing things for them! Letting them be in charge of some things can be empowering and really positive. When you think about it there isn’t that
Let the children lead the way Read More »
