Feeding The Family
72 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 18 ratingsWelcome to Feeding the Family with Dr. Kristin where we help you navigate the challenges of feeding your family and learn about the role food plays in our health and relationships.
Feeding and food relationships can be stressful, confusing, and even destructive. I am a pediatrician and mother of four who has been researching and sharing what I have learned about feeding for over 10 years. In this podcast, I’ll share my experience and expertise to help our kids (and ourselves!) with everyday survival tips for real parents. This podcast is about progress, not perfection.
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Healthy Family Eating For 2022
December 27, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 130 MBNew Year’s Resolutions can seem cliché, but goal-setting is very important for you and your family’s health. Today’s podcast is all about ways to make those goals realistic and achievable with special guest Laura Fuentes, who is a mom of 3 and the mastermind behind “momables” – a resource for parents looking to feed their family fresh, healthy food! Laura chats with us about her Family KickStart program. I am excited to incorporate many of her healthy, fresh, family meals into our 2022 rot...
Responsive Bottle Feeding
December 20, 2021 06:00 - 54 minutes - 101 MBWe have been talking a lot about breastfeeding in the last few episodes, however, the truth is that most babies are bottle fed, at least to some degree. And while resources abound for parents who choose to breastfeed, few exist for bottle feeders. In this episode, professor Alison K Ventura returns to talk with us about responsive bottle feeding! Resources: www.alisonkventura.com www.healthykids.calpoly.edu www.developingappetites.com www.twitter.com/akventura https://www.inst...
Feeding Teens & Tweens
December 06, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 113 MBFeeding kids does not necessarily get easier as they get older…it just changes. While the internet is full of great ideas and resources for feeding young kids, finding information about how to feed adolescents can be much more difficult. In this episode we are joined by Bracha Kopstick, adolescent nutritionist, who shares her expert advice for feeding older kids in a way that can help them maintain a healthy diet and a healthy approach to eating. Guest: Bracha Kopstick, RD Resources:...
Lifestyle Medicine
November 29, 2021 06:00 - 57 minutes - 107 MBThis one is about taking care of ourselves! On this episode of Feeding the Family we talk about lifestyle medicine - what it is and why it is important. We talk about why diets don’t work and how learning about macro nutrients, finding exercise you actually like and tuning in can serve you far better in the long run! Our guest, Dr. Molly Lupo, shares what she has learned through her personal experience as well as her lifestyle medicine practice. Her focus on the 4Ms- macros, movement, m...
Newborn Care, Breastfeeding, & The 4th Trimester
November 22, 2021 06:00 - 56 minutes - 106 MBThis episode is all about doing what’s best for babies and mamas! Join us as we re-examine the way we look at healthcare for new babies and new moms. Dr. Patel describes the innovative approach she takes through her newborn in- home care service, Naya Care. We laugh and commiserate about our own challenges post- delivery and the way our own psychology deeply impacted our “success” with breastfeeding. Links: Naya Care: https://nayacare.org/ [email protected] IG:...
Breastfeeding to Breast Cancer
November 15, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 138 MBOn this week’s episode we talk about raising babies, battling breast cancer, and the life lessons that come when you have to do both at the same time. I am joined by one of my very best gal pals, Ashli Brehm. Ashli has brought joy, laughter, and hope to many by writing and speaking about her experience of undergoing cancer treatment as the mother of 3 young boys. She talks to us about what she has learned and how it changes the way she looks at everything from “wearing the damn swimsuit” ...
Developing Food Preferences in Early Childhood
November 08, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 114 MBThis week we speak with child nutrition expert, Dr. Alison K. Ventura, who discusses her research on how flavor and food preferences are shaped in infancy and early childhood (and even before babies are born!). We talk about how parents’ feeding practices can alter these preferences and Dr. Ventura discusses her own challenges she has faced as mom to two young boys! If you are interested in getting a jump start on helping your kids develop healthy eating habits, do not miss this episode!! ...
Family Meals, the Politics of Food, and a Quest for the Perfect Omelet
November 01, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 113 MBThis week we discuss the power of family meals and what can make a family meal a not-so-positive experience, as we are joined by John E. Finn, professionally trained chef and Professor Emeritus of Government at Wesleyan University in Connecticut. We talk about the way our food choices can reflect our own political beliefs and are shaped, sometimes in ways we don’t realize, by the political system. Finally, we discuss his late mother’s constant quest to find The Perfect Omelet, and his book...
Binge Eating, Bariatric Surgery, and Prioritizing Mental Health
October 25, 2021 05:00 - 52 minutes - 98.1 MBIn this episode, Dr. Kristin is joined by her cousin, Stephanie Krivohlavek. Stephanie is mom to two young kids as well as the owner of two day spas. Having always struggled with her weight, Steph talks to us about what it was like growing up in a bigger body and describes how years of yo-yo dieting left her feeling like a failure. She decided to focus on her mental health and was diagnosed with binge eating disorder, ADHD and generalized anxiety. After starting appropriate medications ...
Keeping Your Child’s Teeth Healthy
October 18, 2021 05:00 - 42 minutes - 78.5 MBIn this episode I chat with Dr. Christina Pruitt, a family and cosmetic dentist. We discuss the role teeth play in our overall health and Dr. Pruitt gives us advice on how to keep those little chompers in prime condition! As the mom of 2 little boys, she shares her own struggles with caring for her kids’ teeth. We talk about malocclusion and the role it plays in airway issues for kids, and I reminisce on my own extensive orthodontic history (all the headgears!!). If your kids have teeth ...
How An Elite Athlete Feeds His Family
October 11, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 122 MBIn this episode we talk with Bill Esch, known online as the Kettlebell Warrior. The first American male to achieve the rank of master of sport international class in kettlebell, Bill now focuses on his in-person and online training programs as well as his role as a father of two. We discuss a sustainable approach to peak nutrition and exercise as well as how a focus on family meals, cooking at home, and limiting processed foods can optimally fuel both an adult male athlete and a 6 year old...
Overcoming Barriers to Eating Well
October 04, 2021 05:00 - 55 minutes - 103 MBThis episode, the third in our 3-part series on food advocacy, features guest Dr. Nimali Fernando, founder of the Dr. Yum Project. DYP is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping families and communities overcome barriers to eating well. Join us as we discuss Dr. Fernando’s unique pediatric practice and her innovative approach to improving kids nutrition throughout the country. Host: Dr. Kristin Saxena Guest: Dr. Nimali Fernando www.Doctoryum.org Insta: @doctoryumproject ...
Inspiring Kids to Eat Their Veggies
September 20, 2021 05:00 - 51 minutes - 95.3 MBIn this episode we chat with Amber Stott, Founder and CEO of the nonprofit Food Literacy Center in Sacramento, California. The Food Literacy Center offers cooking and nutrition classes to elementary school kids in low-income schools, helping them develop healthy habits to last a lifetime! Amber describes the amazing work she does in her community and we discuss simple steps parents everywhere can take to encourage their kids to eat more fruits and veggies!
Feeding Toddlers
September 13, 2021 05:00 - 48 minutes - 89.6 MBIs feeding your toddler stressing you out? You are not alone! It’s very common for kids to transition from food-loving babies that happily accept everything you put in front of them to “picky” toddlers who suddenly turn their nose up at what you thought were their favorite foods. This can be very disheartening for parents who worry about their children’s nutrition. Join us as we welcome guest Amy Palanjian, the creator of YummyToddlerFood.com! In this episode we discuss the stages of ...
Get Organized
September 06, 2021 05:00 - 55 minutes - 102 MBDo you feel like you have the knowledge and motivation to create a healthier lifestyle for your family but something keeps holding you back? Perhaps it’s being disorganized. In this episode, professional organizer Kacie Ferrazzo and I discuss the research associating tidiness and making healthy choices. Kacie gives us practical advice on how to become more organized in the kitchen and in life. She tells us what has worked for her clients as well as in her own life. Kacie’s ...
Mealtime Struggles With Kids
August 30, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 117 MBIn this episode we chat with guest Larry Zier, pediatric occupational therapist and director of the Zier Institute. Larry talks about how we can better understand some of the frustrating and anxiety-provoking behavior kids might display at the table. He also helps us explore our own emotions around feeding and discusses how our ability to regulate those emotions can help us approach mealtime struggles in a more peaceful and productive way. This episode provides great food for thought and ...
The Power of Family Meals
August 23, 2021 05:00 - 54 minutes - 101 MBMost of us know that eating together is a good thing, but in this episode author Miriam Weinstein shares the positive impact family meals can have…and they are more far reaching than you might imagine! Family meals can help children do better in school, stay off drugs, avoid teen pregnancy, reduce their risk of both obesity and disordered eating. We discuss the barriers parents face to incorporating regular family meals into their routine, how this practice is truly doable for anyone, and w...
The Surprising Power of Family Meals
August 23, 2021 05:00 - 54 minutes - 101 MBMost of us know that eating together is a good thing, but in this episode author Miriam Weinstein shares the positive impact family meals can have…and they are more far reaching than you might imagine! Family meals can help children do better in school, stay off drugs, avoid teen pregnancy, reduce their risk of both obesity and disordered eating. We discuss the barriers parents face to incorporating regular family meals into their routine, how this practice is truly doable for anyone, and w...
Reusables & Recycling
August 23, 2021 05:00 - 57 minutes - 108 MBRemember when you were an idealistic college student and woke up every morning (afternoon) ready to save the planet? Then you grew up, got a job, had kids and now you’re embarrassed to roll your overflowing trash can to curb on trash day? This week we talk to Dr. Katie Durrwachter -- a pediatrician, mom of 3 and environmental advocate. Durrwachter shares manageable ways we can be more eco-friendly, even in our busy adult lives, and why it is important for kids health now. Resources: Ins...
The Benefits of Reusables & Recycling
August 23, 2021 05:00 - 57 minutes - 108 MBRemember when you were an idealistic college student and woke up every morning (afternoon) ready to save the planet? Then you grew up, got a job, had kids and now you’re embarrassed to roll your overflowing trash can to curb on trash day? This week we talk to Dr. Katie Durrwachter -- a pediatrician, mom of 3 and environmental advocate. Durrwachter shares manageable ways we can be more eco-friendly, even in our busy adult lives, and why it is important for kids health now. Resources: Ins...
1 - What Is The Feeding The Family Podcast?
August 21, 2021 18:05 - 6 minutes - 12.9 MBWelcome to the Feeding the Family Podcast! In this episode I introduce myself and talk about why I started this podcast. I am excited to share what I have learned and to explore feeding and food relationships with our guests! If you feed people or eat food…this podcast is for you! Hosts & Guests – Dr. Kristin Saxena Resources – [email protected] @Feedingthefamilypodcast (Instagram)
What Is The Feeding The Family Podcast?
August 21, 2021 18:05 - 6 minutes - 12.9 MBWelcome to the Feeding the Family Podcast! In this episode I introduce myself and talk about why I started this podcast. I am excited to share what I have learned and to explore feeding and food relationships with our guests! If you feed people or eat food…this podcast is for you! Hosts & Guests – Dr. Kristin Saxena Resources – [email protected] @Feedingthefamilypodcast (Instagram)