It’s that time of year again, preparing for a new back-to-school season and packed lunch planning! No need to dread, we’ve got you covered. Today we’re breaking down our top 10 packed lunch ideas to help get you and your littles inspired! We can’t believe September is around the corner, how about you? Before we […]

This week’s episode we are exploring all the covert factors that may arise when feeding your kids. These factors may not be as obvious when managing food battles at the table. We all know dinner time would be more enjoyable without the constant struggle some families face. Tune in to learn more about the commonly […]

This week ok the Diet Culture Dropout Podcast I am sharing an interview I gave on the Motivation Made Easy Podcast with Dr. Shawn Hondorp. We chatted about the challenges in raising an intuitive eater. Challenges many families face in the world of social media, diet culture and school curriculum. We can not always shield […]

Let the adventures begin! Are you planning a trip with your littles for March break? Today on the blog we will be discussing some top tips and tricks for flying with kids! Let’s dive in! Be Prepared Here is a general list of items to ensure you have everything you need for travel, dependent on […]

Today I speak with Ella Van Bruinessen a Pediatric Physiotherapist from Peterborough on the Diet Culture Dropout Podcast. She shares her expertise managing bowel and bladder dysfunction in kids and sheds light of her role as a Physiotherapist. You can access the direct link to the episode here. Today’s topic: Managing bowel and bladder dysfunction […]

Activities Based on Age Written By Rachel Davidson-Evans, BASc Reviewed by Atheana Brown RD Starting to cook with your children is such a rewarding experience, but where do you start? Today on the blog we will be discussing some age-appropriate cooking tasks to give you some inspiration! There are so many benefits to cooking with […]

This week on the Diet Culture Dropout Podcast I meet with a local psychoeducation consultant. Today’s show I am joined with Jenna Kelly from the Kawartha Lakes. To talk all about helping your child manage anxiety. Here is what we discuss: – Explore how anxiety may show up in a child – Review factors that […]

School is just around the corner! As a Dietitian I love helping people get set up for success when approaching a new year, teacher and classroom dynamic. Fostering your intuitive eater at school can be tricky to navigate but as a parent myself I am here with you. Today’s podcast on the Diet Culture Dropout […]

This week on the podcast Diet Culture Dropout I speak with Shelley Restall an eating disorder therapist in Ontario. We explore pediatric weight bias that comes from medical professionals and family members.  Here is what we cover in this episdoe: Explain what weight bias is Explore the ways weight bias is shaped and developed in […]

So you caught your child in the closet slamming granola bars? Or you found them out in the garage drinking juice boxes you just bought for the birthday party? Yep, yep I have been there too! Catching your child in the act of sneaking food can be a great learning opportunity for both of you. […]