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!

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Constant Requests for Snacks: Food Obsession or Something Else?

Mom, What's For Dinner?

02/20/24 • 36 min

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Many parents often wonder if their child has a sugar or food obsession based on their actions or behaviors that child has around a certain food. If you have ever wondered if you child has a food obsession this one is for you. Jen and Izzy talk about signs of “food obsessions,” some causes for a child to act this way, and ways to prevent or work through food obsessions. On Jen, what's cooking this week, Jen and Izzy share their top tips and tricks for cooking tofu and making it delicious!
Additional Links:
Find Jen’s cookbook Fueling Families here: https://jenbelangernutrition.com/product/fueling-families/

Visit the Mom, What’s For Dinner Instagram here:

https://www.instagram.com/momwhatsfordinnerpod?igshid=YzVkODRmOTdmMw==

More food obsession information can be found here:
https://www.ellynsatterinstitute.org/family-meals-focus/94-children-obsessed-with-food/

https://thenourishedchild.com/food-obsession/

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. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment.

Nutrition for ADHD

Mom, What's For Dinner?

02/13/24 • 25 min

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There are so many myths out there about the best nutrition or diet plan to follow if you have a child with ADHD. Artificial dyes? Omega 3s? Sugar? This week we break down what you need to know about nutrition’s impact on ADHD and how best to fuel your child with ADHD. Then Jen talks about one of her delicious simple weeknight meals; Weeknight Pasta Primavera.
Additional Links:
ADHD Diet for Kids- https://www.psycom.net/adhd-diet-for-kids

Healthy ADHD Diet for Kids- https://thenourishedchild.com/healthy-adhd-diet-kids/

What is ADHD- https://www.psychiatry.org/patients-families/adhd/what-is-adhd

Iron Deficiency in Kids- https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamapediatrics/fullarticle/485884

Review on blue food dye and ADHD- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9573786/

Food dyes and behavior in children with ADHD- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3441937/

Sugar and kids with ADHD- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3133757/

Find Jen’s cookbook Fueling Families here: https://jenbelangernutrition.com/product/fueling-families/

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https://www.instagram.com/momwhatsfordinnerpod?igshid=YzVkODRmOTdmMw==

Does My Child Need to Lose Weight?

Mom, What's For Dinner?

02/06/24 • 33 min

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Children who live in larger bodies are, unfortunately, destined for ridicule by society at large. Many children are very aware of their own body size and as a parent, you may feel like you need to help them shrink their body or eat in a particular way. In this episode we'll dive deep into how to help children living in larger bodies, and when we should take action. Then Jen shares her delicious Sriracha Smothered Zesty Turkey Burgers on this week’s episode of Jen, What's Cooking?
Additional Links:
Find Jen’s cookbook Fueling Families here: https://jenbelangernutrition.com/product/fueling-families/

Visit the Mom, What’s For Dinner Instagram here:

https://www.instagram.com/momwhatsfordinnerpod?igshid=YzVkODRmOTdmMw==

Poodle Science Video:

https://youtu.be/H89QQfXtc-k?si=EPD3OPKov2CuF62X

Find our Health At Every Size episode here:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mom-whats-for-dinner/id1695946706?i=1000627579552

Kids Who Eat Emotionally and What You Can Do About It

Mom, What's For Dinner?

01/30/24 • 28 min

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We are taking a deep dive this week into emotional eating in kids and some of the signs that your child might be eating emotionally. We'll walk you through some ways that you can help your child work through emotional eating and some tips to help prevent it in the future. Jen also shares with us her delicious Winter Quinoa Salad with Citrus Dressing!

Links:
Find Jen’s cookbook Fueling Families here: https://jenbelangernutrition.com/product/fueling-families/

Visit the Mom, What’s For Dinner Instagram here:

https://www.instagram.com/momwhatsfordinnerpod?igshid=YzVkODRmOTdmMw==

Additional Emotional Eating Resources:
https://thenourishedchild.com/emotional-eating-in-kids/

https://www.healthychildren.org/English/health-issues/conditions/emotional-problems/Pages/Emotional-Eating.aspx?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAvoqsBhB9EiwA9XTWGbC9gHppZMNOI8pVvuOQYV7eBK_yOmmTa9Le97xmKpL3ZquR4XWsTBoCbgIQAvD_BwE

Fueling for Sports and How We Feel About Sports Drinks

Mom, What's For Dinner?

01/23/24 • 27 min

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This week’s episode is a quick guide to help you feed your child before, during, and after exercise. Whether your child is doing a sport all year round or only plays sports for certain seasons it is very important to make sure that they are fueling properly to support their activities. We give lots of pre and post practice snack and meal ideas, and then we give you all of the information you need to know about sports drinks and if your child should be drinking them.

Additional Links:
Fueling and Hydration Before, During, and After Excerise- https://www.nationwidechildrens.org/specialties/sports-medicine/sports-medicine-articles/fueling-and-hydrating-before-during-and-after-exercise

Find Jen’s cookbook Fueling Families here: https://jenbelangernutrition.com/product/fueling-families/

Visit the Mom, What’s For Dinner Instagram here:

https://www.instagram.com/momwhatsfordinnerpod?igshid=YzVkODRmOTdmMw==

Tip and Tricks for Helping your Child Gain Weight

Mom, What's For Dinner?

01/16/24 • 27 min

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In this week’s episode, we're here to help you figure out healthy ways to help your underweight child gain weight. We also give some sample snack ideas that are great balanced options to support your child’s weight. On Jen, What’s Cooking? this week it's all about the smoothies, rich in healthy fats and fruit that come together to make a delicious breakfast or midday snack.
Additional Links:
https://www.eatright.org/health/wellness/weight-and-body-positivity/safe-weight-gain-tips-for-underweight-kids

Find Jen’s cookbook Fueling Families here: https://jenbelangernutrition.com/product/fueling-families/

Visit the Mom, What’s For Dinner Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/momwhatsfordinnerpod?igshid=YzVkODRmOTdmMw==

Dealing with Food and Body Comments at the Holidays

Mom, What's For Dinner?

12/26/23 • 34 min

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In this episode, Jen and Izzy talk about the best ways to respond to comments on food and body during the holidays. This time of year can be very stressful and it is usually centered around food, so to help ease your anxiety we are giving you some fool proof responses to help shut down the conversation from the start. Then, Jen shares her delicious Southwest Breakfast Burritos.
Show Links:
Find Jen’s cookbook Fueling Families here: https://jenbelangernutrition.com/product/fueling-families/

Visit the Mom, What’s For Dinner Instagram here:

https://www.instagram.com/momwhatsfordinnerpod?igshid=YzVkODRmOTdmMw==

Combat Picky Eating: The Division of Responsibility

Mom, What's For Dinner?

12/19/23 • 34 min

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In this episode Jen takes a deep dive into The Division of Responsibility, a feeding model coined by Ellyn Satter and one of the most important things to do when you've got a picky eater. Jen talks about all four aspects including the parent deciding what food is being served, when that food is being served, the child deciding if they are going to eat the food and how much to eat. Jen also addresses snacking and how to handle snacks with your child using the Division of Responsibility and utilizing a feeding schedule. In our new series "Jen, What's Cooking?" Jen shares her delicious go-to meal, the Harvest Grain Bowl from her cookbook Fueling Families which can be found using the link below.
Additional Resources:
Learn more about the Division of Responsibility by visiting Ellyn Satter’s website here: https://www.ellynsatterinstitute.org/how-to-feed/the-division-of-responsibility-in-feeding/

Find Jen’s Fueling Families cookbook here: https://jenbelangernutrition.com/product/fueling-families/

The Problem with the "Clean Plate Club"

Mom, What's For Dinner?

12/12/23 • 27 min

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Do you ever find yourself begging your child to "just take a bite"? How about "try it, you'll like it!" Or maybe you yourself had a "clean plate club" family growing up. These are all forms of pressure, that can actually make eating WORSE for children who struggle to eat! If you find yourself in this boat, you may be heading for some unwanted consequences. On Jen, is this Healthy? we'll talk about Skinny Pop popcorn (spoiler: I HATE the name!)

Additional Links:

No More “Clean Plate Club” - https://www.healthychildren.org/English/healthy-living/nutrition/Pages/The-Clean-Plate-Club.aspx

Pressure to Eat- https://www.childfeedingguide.co.uk/tips/common-feeding-pitfalls/pressure-eat/

What You Need to Know About Binge Eating Disorder

Mom, What's For Dinner?

03/12/24 • 37 min

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*this episode contains discussions about eating disorders that may be triggering to some individuals*
This week we are continuing our education on eating disorders and focusing on Binge Eating disorder, plus our thoughts on air fryers! We talk about what you need to know about BED and we highlight the signs to look for in your child if you are worried they might be suffering from binge eating disorder. Later Jen and Izzy talk about their best tips and tricks for cooking and eating more kale.

Links:

https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/weight-management/binge-eating-disorder/definition-facts#:~:text=binge%20eating%20disorder%3F-,What%20is%20binge%20eating%20disorder%3F,may%20have%20binge%20eating%20disorder.

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6709690/

https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/17652-binge-eating-disorder

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK338301/table/introduction.t1/

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