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Talking to kids about weight
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Hi Reader, I’ve had a few conversations with moms lately about something that feels especially hard to get “right” – talking to our kids about weight, and how food relates to their body. And I shared a post on Instagram that resonated with a lot of you about what to do if your kid comes to you and says, “I’m fat.” (If you haven’t seen it you can read it on Instagram or Facebook.) I got a lot of great feedback from moms thanking me for talking about it openly and for helping them feel more equipped to handle that conversation. But what do we do for our kids beyond that? Too many of us know what it’s like to stress about food and weight. I don’t want that for our kids. And as their parent you are in a great position to prevent them from that struggle. But it’s not intuitive! And it’s not easy. So, I’ve been thinking about creating a talk for parents that walks through how to support kids as they get more aware of their body, and more independent with their food choices. A practical, grounded approach to food, bodies, and health that feels good – not like a topic that feels too overwhelming or scary to handle. I’d love to share clear, age-appropriate language to use, practical examples of what to say (and what to avoid), and a simple framework for building lifelong habits so that their body never feels like their enemy. What do you think? Hit reply and let me know. <3 Warm Up With Mama Knows Easy Tomato SoupIs there anything more classic than tomato soup and a grilled cheese sandwich? We had this a few nights ago! This super simple homemade recipe is delicious paired with your favorite grilled cheese.
Homemade Creamy Mac and CheeseNo shame in some boxed mac and cheese (especially this kind!) but sometimes homemade just really hits the spot – and it’s easier than you’d think! I love it with some simple broiled salmon and green beans.
Blended White Bean SoupI could eat this soup every single day, truly. Some weeks, I do! And Ben – who is not a white bean fan – gives it two thumbs up. He said he couldn’t really taste them. Try it out and let me know what you think!
This Week's Menu Monday: Rotisserie chicken, Banza brown rice pasta, Rao’s vodka sauce, and caesar salad Tuesday: Carrot + broccoli + hummus appetizer plate, tomato soup, grilled cheese Wednesday: Greek Rice Bowls – my kids eat the ingredients separately, and only 15 minutes to prep! Thursday: Homemade comfort foods: chicken fingers + mac n cheese + easy broccoli Friday: Takeout (probably Chick-fil-A!) Prepped snacks/breakfasts:
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