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Ask Her Nourished Kids - With Krissy Ropiha

21 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 4 years ago - ★★★★★ - 1 rating

At Her Nourished Kids we love meal times and we love tackling the tricky, messy and frustrating topics! We cover fussy eating, meal time success, throwing, food refusal and more. If you're feeding children aged 0-6 years, you'll love this podcast!

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Ask a nutritionist | Gut health, milk, autism, vegetarian kids

August 05, 2020 01:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MB

In this episode I interview our HNK nutritionist Emily to discuss all things gut health, milk for toddlers, vegetarian kids, autism and fussy eating. I hope you enjoy this episode. You can find Emily inside our HNK Support group (alongside our programs available here: https://shophernourishedkids.com/pages/programs ) and on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emily.kenna.nutritionist/ My Programs and Recipe Books: https://shophernourishedkids.com ABOUT Krissy is on a mission to empower ...

Food refusal checklist for kids aged 1-6+ years

July 21, 2020 03:00 - 11 minutes - 7.88 MB

In today's episode I share with you my food refusal checklist for kids aged 1-6+ years. This food refusal checklist is helpful to go through anytime you feel stuck at meal times. We recommend implementing this checklist alongside our Meal Time Success programs. Check out previous episodes for our baby food refusal checklist. ABOUT Krissy is on a mission to empower mothers to navigate meal times with confidence. A qualified expert in family nutrition and psychology, Krissy is also a publish...

Puree VS BLW and what REALLY matters when starting solids

June 17, 2020 02:00 - 13 minutes - 9.43 MB

In today's episode we discuss the controversial topic of baby led weaning vs puree and what REALLY matters when we strip the labels from starting solids. I hope this episode helps you on your starting solids journey, one I think can be really enjoyable for both mum and baby! My Programs and Recipe Books: https://shophernourishedkids.com ABOUT ME Krissy is a Gold Coast mum of three and owner of Her Nourished Kids, an online space dedicated to supporting families with young children through...

Exposure is key (and other tips for introducing new foods!) #askHNK

May 20, 2020 20:00 - 17 minutes - 12.1 MB

In today's episode we share our top tips for introducing new foods and responding to 'fussy' eating. We hope this one helps! My Programs and Recipe Books: https://shophernourishedkids.com *********************************************************************** ABOUT ME Krissy is a Gold Coast mum of three and owner of Her Nourished Kids, an online space dedicated to supporting families with young children through meal times. Krissy is a Certified Nutrition Coach with a background in psycho...

Ideas for kids in the kitchen and food play activities for kids

April 29, 2020 20:00 - 15 minutes - 10.4 MB

In today's episode we cover ideas for kids in the kitchen, from babies through to school aged kids. We also talk about fun and easy food play activities for kids that support Meal Time Success! Today's episode was taken from our soon-to-relaunch HNK Meal Time Success programs. Stay tuned! ABOUT ME Krissy is a Gold Coast mum of three and owner of Her Nourished Kids, an online space dedicated to supporting families with young children through meal times. Krissy is a Certified Nutrition Coac...

Food Shaming (and what to do)

March 10, 2020 20:00 - 24 minutes - 17.2 MB

Food shaming and food bulling are conversations we often don't consider until we have school-aged children. This conversation discusses the importance of opening the conversation about food shaming, the statistics for eating disorders and food insecurity, the positives and downsides to social influence and finally, what we can do as parents and teachers to minimise food shaming. I hope this episode is valuable and adds to your Meal Time Success kit. Support services: Butterfly foundation: ...

Snacks, grazing and scheduled eating #askHNK with Krissy Ropiha

March 04, 2020 02:00 - 16 minutes - 11.3 MB

In today's episode we are covering all things snacks, grazing and scheduled eating and how these impact meal times and fussy eaters. I define snacks and grazing, share my children's exact eating schedule and share when grazing might be beneficial. I hope this episode is helpful! My Programs and Recipe Books: https://shophernourishedkids.com *********************************************************************** ABOUT ME Krissy is a Gold Coast mum of three and owner of Her Nourished Kids,...

Supporting the modern mumma to breastfeed with Amberley of Maternal Instincts

February 25, 2020 20:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MB

In today's episode we speak with Amberley of Maternal Instincts, a registered midwife, breastfeeding consultant and mum to two. She is dedicated to supporting the modern day mum to breastfeed.  Amberley is the creator of the #662 movement and believes women need consistent, trustworthy support and uplifting encouragement if they are going to win at breastfeeding. This podcast is packed with so much value, whether you are pregnant, breastfeeding or even if you are no longer feeding or didn't...

When it's more than fussy eating | Sensory processing, gagging and help

February 19, 2020 01:00 - 17 minutes - 12.3 MB

For some children it's more than fussy eating. Today's episode covers intense sensory responses at meal times, tips and where to seek support. Our overarching goal at Her Nourished Kids is that no parent feels left behind.  I hope today's episode supports families who are experiencing more than fussy eating. My Programs and Recipe Books: https://shophernourishedkids.com ABOUT ME Krissy is a Gold Coast mum of three and owner of Her Nourished Kids, an online space dedicated to supporting fa...

School and Daycare Meal Time Success #askHNK

February 12, 2020 02:00 - 21 minutes - 14.6 MB

In this episode we talk about school and daycare meal times and what to do if food comes home uneaten.  We share practical and realistic tips for successful school and daycare lunchboxes. My Programs and Recipe Books: https://shophernourishedkids.com ABOUT: Krissy is a Gold Coast mum of three and owner of Her Nourished Kids, an online space dedicated to supporting families with young children through meal times. Krissy is a Certified Nutrition Coach with a background in psychology, an auth...

Q&A Refusing vegetables, portion sizes, supplements for kids, teaching chewing #askHNK

February 04, 2020 20:00 - 18 minutes - 12.5 MB

This episode of #askHNK is a quick-fire Q & A answering community questions about meal times. We cover topics such as refusing vegetables, portion sizes for kids, supplements for kids, how to teach babies to chew food and more. I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I enjoyed recording it! Questions covered in this episode: How do i get a 10 month old to eat veggies he will eat literally anything else but Vitamins or supplements for kids When is the right time to wean bub from breastmi...

Baby Food Refusal Checklist (6-12m) #askHNK

January 29, 2020 02:00 - 12 minutes - 8.62 MB

In today's episode I share our baby food refusal checklist for babies aged 6-12 months. This checklist will help you to identify why your baby might be refusing food and how you can support them to make meal times less stressful for everyone! I hope today's episode is one you can come back to and reassures you that food refusal is a common and often normal part of childhood development. For our meal time success programs visit shophernourishedkids.com Krissy xx

5 back to school (or daycare) lunchbox tips #askHNK

January 21, 2020 20:00 - 9 minutes - 6.68 MB

In today's episode I share 5 back to school lunchbox tips (relevant for daycare and kids of all ages) to ease the stress of packing lunchboxes for your kids this year! I share the HNK philosophy and break each category down for you. I also share a real example of what I did when my son (5 at the time) asked for chips/crisps in his lunchbox when he started school. PS - secret project announcement at the end! Programs and recipe books: www.shophernourishedkids.com Instagram: @hernourishedki...

Should I serve food plain/seperate or mix foods together? #askHNK

January 08, 2020 02:00 - 3 minutes - 2.57 MB

In today's episode we cover the question "my child likes to eat their food plain and not mixed together. Is this okay?". We cover: - The end goal - When to seek support - Real life examples of how to expose children to all types of meals. I hope this is helpful! Let us know on Instagram @hernourishedkids

How to transition from the highchair (and keep your sanity!) #askHNK

December 18, 2019 02:00 - 16 minutes - 11.2 MB

In this episode we share practical and realistic tips to help you transition your child from the highchair to the table (and maintain your sanity while they transition!).  We cover: - Safety - When to transition - My one non-negotiable meal time rule - Practical items you may need to support the transition - How to minimise food smearing - Realistic expectations and normal child development I hope today's episode supports those of you who are transitioning from highchair to table!

Eliminate meal stress by reviewing the day as a whole! #askHNK

December 10, 2019 19:00 - 12 minutes - 8.71 MB

In today's episode we cover why it's important to review your child's day of food as a whole to eliminate meal time stress as a parent. We talk about: Why approaching meal times like an adult doesn't work for young children. How you can pre-load a child's day and why it's often helpful. How you can adjust the day of food to meet your child's appetite. Why we worry about meal times as a parent and how we can reduce our worry and stress. Practical action-steps you can start today at home...

Plant based babies and children - Tips from vegan nutritionist @HealthyFrenchWife #asksHNK

December 04, 2019 00:00 - 19 minutes - 13.2 MB

In today's episode plant based nutritionist Claire from @healthyfrenchwife joins us to share tips and information about plant based eating for babies and children.  She covers the most frequently asked questions, such as 'is soy bad for kids', the nutrients you need to be mindful of, her favourite family meals and tips when travelling or dealing with fussy eaters. Whether you are plant based, want to explore this with your family or simply want to add more plant based meals into your week, ...

How to get kids to try new foods (hint: think like a marketer!) - #askHNK

November 27, 2019 01:00 - 13 minutes - 9.06 MB

In today's episode we share the KLT approach to encourage children to try new foods.  We cover: - Fear of new foods and neophobia - The Know, Like and Trust approach - Practical ways to increase your child's knowledge and trust of a new food If you love this episode please share, let us know and leave a review on iTunes. For our website, evidence based programs and recipes: www.hernourishedkids.com Email: [email protected]

Food refusal and what to do! #askHNK

November 22, 2019 01:00 - 14 minutes - 9.77 MB

This episode covers food refusal and tips and tricks to minimise the stress and frustration that comes alongside food refusal. We cover: Normal behaviour Clinical picky eating The HNK 4 step process Offering dessert or an alternative meal (and how to do this) Submit questions by emailing [email protected] or reaching out on Instagram.

When should a toddler use cutlery? #askHNK

November 19, 2019 20:00 - 5 minutes - 3.74 MB

Today's #askHNK episode covers a topic that arises often (especially when a new baby enters the home) which is 'when should a toddler use cutlery' and what do do if a toddler reverts back to using their hands to eat. We cover: When and why it's common to see toddlers using hands or requesting help at meal times. What you can do to encourage self feeding. To submit your questions please email [email protected]

Ep 1 - How do I stop my toddler from throwing food at meal times? Ask HNK

November 18, 2019 10:00 - 8 minutes - 5.66 MB

In today's episode of #askHNK we talk through food throwing for babies and toddlers and what you can do to minimise frustration. We cover: Why food throwing occurs How to minimise food throwing (practical tips and tricks) I hope this short podcast is helpful for those who are struggling with the frustration that comes along with food throwing for babies and toddlers.