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In each episode of the Healthy Parenting Handbook Podcast, Katie Kimball, the national voice of healthy kids cooking, interviews experts in fields like nutrition, medicine, psychology, parenting, technology, entrepreneurship and more to help parents get tools to raise healthy, independent kids.
I’m Pushing My Kids to Grow up Too Fast (in one way only)
I think kids should watch different movies than adults. I know they should have different bedtimes. And they definitely should have different responsibilities (paying bills as an 8-year-old? No thank you!). However, I don’t think they should eat different meals. Baby Taste Buds Are Overrated...
17: Healing from Concussion (& Kicking Motion Sickness) with Functional Neurology
Heal brain injuries with chiropractor Dr. Brian Hanks, DC. Got kids in soccer, hockey, football or cheerleading? Do they jump on a trampoline or ride a bike? You need this info about how to heal a concussions and brain health!!! When my 3yo got a concussion this summer, we took him to a functional neurologist...
Resiliency in Action: 7 Non-Negotiable Family Dinner Rituals for Mental & Physical Health
Can something as simple as eating a meal together help parents keep their kids safe from the scary depression and anxiety statistics? Eating foods that fight depression and help keep anxiety at bay is a great habit, but no matter what you’re eating, coming together as a family has powerful benefits. Research shows that the...
07: “Table Talk” The Importance of Family Dinners
We’ve talked before about how to supercharge family dinner rituals for physical and mental health, but what if the kids won’t even stay there for conversation? Today’s live video uses research to prove the importance of family dinners, then goes into practical tips for getting little kids to SIT at the table, and our family’s...
02: Back to School Meal Planning Tips from Jessica of 6 O’clock Scramble
Wondering how to keep kids eating nutritious food during the crazy back-to-school time? Jessica Braider of the 6 O’Clock Scramble joins me today to dish out magic tricks (and simple tips) for breakfast, snacktime, dinners and all things meal planning. You CAN keep your kids eating healthy (and being involved in the process) even when...