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Lose Weight with Meal Planning | Grocery Shopping Tips & Tricks For Busy Moms, Meal Prep, Easy Recipes

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Hey Friends, Verona here, your Meal Prep & Weight Loss Coach for busy Women

When you're trying to find quicker ways to prepare healthy meals for your kids, it can feel overwhelming, especially when you barely have a minute to breathe.
 
 I've put together over 50 can't-miss recipes in the meal planning toolkit that'll help you hit the ground running. 

We're talking about meals here that'll have your kids bouncing for joy and coming back for more. 

 So, if you're up for giving dinner times a makeover that's all about fun and flavor, tune in and join the conversation. 

Let's make feeding your fam a whole lot less stress and a heap more success!
 www.vanutritioncoaching.co.uk/toolkit


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Episodes

8 Signs Your Current Meal Planning Routine Is Overwhelming

May 22, 2024 04:00 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MB

4 Time-Saving Hacks for Stress-Free Meal Prep

May 20, 2024 04:00 - 13 minutes - 9.03 MB

Send us a Text Message. Do  you ever find meal planning WAY too stressful? The prep takes way too long, eating the same boring food leaves you getting your food and fridge because you can’t bear eating the same things over and over 👩🏾‍💻 Watch The FREE Meal Planning Training HERE 🍴Download The Meal Planning Toolkit, while it’s only $7 HERE 🎙️Enjoying the show? Send us a message HERE sharing your views, reviews, thoughts or encourage a new listener why they should stay. It’s all annonymou...

Find Meal Planning Overwhelming? Grab The Meal Planning Toolkit While It's Still ONLY $7

May 16, 2024 06:00 - 1 minute - 1.32 MB

Send us a Text Message. Wouldn’t it be amazing if you didn’t have to stress about "what's for dinner"?  every night? No more complaints from the kids "ew, again"?!  Or resorting to your trusty mac & cheese and hot dogs. That’s why I created the super simple Meal Planning Toolkit. With this toolkit, you can enjoy stress-free cooking, no last-minute scrambles, and simple meal planning templates that even the kids can get involved in too   Perfect for you if you're tired just trying to thin...

3 Ways To Use Meal Planning To Streamline Your Hectic Life

May 15, 2024 09:00 - 20 minutes - 14.2 MB

Send us a Text Message. It's 5 PM and panic sets in when you realize you've got no idea what's for dinner! The kids asked the moment they woke up... and your partner too, where you defensivly ask "I duno, what do you want"? Hoping they;ll ask for the same takeaway you had the night before, which would inevitibly make it so much easier for you.  Join me, Verona, as I peel back the layers of meal planning chaos that can leave us resorting to the same old dishes ortakeoout for the third nig...

WHY Does Meal Planning Take SO MUCH TIME?

May 13, 2024 04:00 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MB

Send us a Text Message. Why does meal planning take SO much TIME? When it comes to meal planning & meal prep it’s like one of those necessary evils of life & as women we know that eating healthy are immortal But between your hectic schedule, kids being hungry & ordering pizza again meal planning can be so overwhelming? Head over to the FREE simple steps to overcome meal planning overwhelm HERE 👩🏾‍💻 Watch The FREE Meal Planning Training HERE 🍴Download The Meal Planning Toolkit, while it...

Why IS Meal Planning SO Overwhelming?

May 08, 2024 04:00 - 16 minutes - 11.6 MB

Send us a Text Message. Why IS Meal Planning SO Overwhelming? I mean, there’s the deciding what to eat, shopping, chopping, cooking AND cleaning and let’s not forget with got kids 1&3 adamant they don’t want ANYTHING green on their plate so kids 2&4 follow suit just because the others are doing it and at this point its easier to pick up drive-thru on the way home or get GrubHub for the 3rd night in a row If you're struggling with meal planning grab the resources below 👩🏾‍💻 Watch The FREE...

5 Hidden Challenges in Meal Planning: A Guide for Busy Women and Moms

May 06, 2024 19:00 - 17 minutes - 12.4 MB

Send us a Text Message. Meal planning at the best of times can be so overwhelming right? I mean, Monday we're all good, we're raring to go with so much "motivation" but by Wednesday, you can't bear the thought of eating that same dish AGAIN (me either!) That's exactly why you'll want to join my FREE training "Simple Steps To Overcome Meal Planning. The amount of value in this training it should be a $97 training but I'm gifting it to you for FREE! Sign up here, but promise me one thing?...

5 Picky Eater-Friendly Meal Planning Tips You Need

May 01, 2024 16:00 - 15 minutes - 10.7 MB

Send us a Text Message. WATCH THE FREE TRAINING How do you handle picky eaters when they don’t want what you cook unless it’s fried and ends in fish + sticks Anything green they’ll tell you they don’t want it so it’s so much easier to skip the dinner battle EVERY night and just give them what they want right? But that cost you your sanity & money every month In today’s episode we’re talking about: Getting the kids buy in: What do they want? Involving the children in their healthy journe...

5 Habits to Make Your Meal Planning Routine Stick

April 29, 2024 07:00 - 10 minutes - 7.41 MB

Send us a Text Message. You know the famous saying that says it takes 21 days to form a habit is false right? I mean it’s a great theory, but the reality is it’s not true. So how  can we build better habits when it comes to meal planning? Do we just throw spaghetti at the wall and hope it sticks...somehow? No, not if you've got me in your corner you don’t ! Here’s what we're talking about  today: Keep It Simple with Favorites:  If there are favourites you and your family love here is t...

3 Stress-Free Strategies for Planning Family Dinners

April 24, 2024 13:00 - 12 minutes - 8.48 MB

Send us a Text Message. JOIN THE FREE TRAINING: Are you a busy mom trying to juggle meal prep, grocery shopping, and finding easy, enjoyable recipes that even your kids will love? This episode is especially recorded with you in mind! We delve into 3 stress-free strategies for planning family dinners that will help you put healthy meals on the table without the fuss. What You Will Learn: Strategy 1: How To Streamline your dinner routine. Strategy 2: Make grocery shopping work for you, w...

How To Stick To Meal Prepping When You Find It Boring

April 22, 2024 08:00 - 29 minutes - 20.2 MB

Send us a Text Message. Let's be honest, when it comes to meal prepping  it can be as boring as watching paint dry. Yet, we all know it's the secret sauce to keeping our families healthy and our schedules sane, so why do we struggle with it so much? 👩🏾‍💻WATCH THE FREE MEAL PLANNING TRAINING What we cover in Today’s Episode: Stop eating boring foods : Simple tweaks to make your meal prepping less boring. Involve the Kiddos: Tips on how to turn meal prep into a family affair that gets the...

The 30-Minute Meal Prep Plan That Will Save Your Weekends

April 19, 2024 09:00 - 17 minutes - 11.8 MB

Send us a Text Message. It's the weekend and routine is all out the window right? But what if you could have a meal plan that you can create a whole weeks worth of food that only takes  30 minutes? 👩🏾‍💻WATCH THE FREE MEAL PLANNING TRAINING You'd take that over your whole evening or Sunday right? Me too? Well in today's episode I'm going over a 30 minute meal prep plan that WILL save your Weekends You can thank me later by joining me over in the instagram community here in this episod...

Do You Really Need a Nutrition Coach? Here are 3 Things to Help You Decide

April 17, 2024 17:00 - 20 minutes - 14.2 MB

Send us a Text Message. So you want to lose weight and you want me as your Coach, but do you REALLY need a Nutrition Coach? Well, that's exactly what I help you find out in today's episode because when it comes to the World of Nutrition it's hard to know who to trust these days right? I mean, the MLM huns are RIFE and the companies are forever coming up with new concoctions and pills all to rob you of your money give you short term results that only leave you right where you started and...

5 Ways to Get the Most Out of Tracking Your Macros

April 10, 2024 09:00 - 19 minutes - 13.4 MB

Send us a Text Message. 5 Ways to Get the Most Out of Tracking Your Macros Whether you're new to the concept of macro tracking or looking to refine your strategy, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you maximize the benefits of macro tracking in your weight loss journey. In This Episode, You'll Discover: Introduction to Macro Tracking: Why understanding and tracking your macros can be a game-changer in your weight loss journey. Understanding Macros: What exactly ARE macr...

The 10 Things You Should Do Before You Start Tracking Your Macros

April 08, 2024 04:00 - 23 minutes - 16.5 MB

5 Things I'd Do If I Wanted to Lose 10lbs by Summer

April 05, 2024 13:00 - 21 minutes - 14.8 MB

Send us a Text Message. Summer body loading.  My friends is fast approaching! OK I know we've only just hit Spring, but the way these April showers and snow storms are showing up in some places, it doesn't count yet If you've every tried to get fit for summer or lose 10lbs for Summer if you started NOW you could aboslutely achieve it So in this episode here's what we're covering: Step 1: The first essential strategy discusses creating a meal plan that works for your lifestyle and nutrit...

How to Set Up a MacroTracking Plan that Actually Works

April 03, 2024 04:00 - 16 minutes - 11.6 MB

When IS The Best Time To Meal Plan?

March 29, 2024 05:00 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MB

Send us a Text Message. When IS the best time to meal plan?  8hours on a Sunday? Or Meal Prep Monday? You might have seen the insta gurus telling you its spending your  whole Sunday that will get you the BEST results, but will it really though? Well this is exactly what You’ll Discover in This Episode: A comprehensive look into what meal planning involves and why it's crucial for a smoother, healthier week. How to leverage your weekly schedule to determine the most optimal times for meal...

How to Set Up a Meal Plan that Actually Works

March 27, 2024 05:00 - 16 minutes - 11.6 MB

How to Track Macros When You Have No Idea What Youre Doing

March 25, 2024 05:00 - 14 minutes - 10.3 MB

Send us a Text Message. So you'v eheard about tracking macros to lose weight and you're curious because you think this is the only thing left for you youe tried all the other things nad nothign elese has worked but you're also determined not to make the same mistakes you made in the past with diets and quick fixes But you have no idea WHERE to start? Start here  In this episode you'll discover: What macros are What macros are not How they'll work for you Whether you realistically hav...

The 10 Things That Happen When You Start Meal Planning

March 22, 2024 05:00 - 29 minutes - 20.2 MB

10 Mistakes You Make When Meal Planning and How To Avoid them

March 20, 2024 09:00 - 19 minutes - 13.2 MB

How Can I Track My Macro Intake Without Getting Bored With It

March 18, 2024 05:00 - 21 minutes - 14.8 MB

Send us a Text Message. When it comes macros its all about doing things that work for you and YOUR body too many times we do things that others want is to do, but isn’t funny how we think the grass is greener on the other side, but when we get there, we’re sorely disappointed  So instead find out how you make macros fit YOUR lifestyle  Resources mentioned in the episode: Lose weight with meal planning YouTube Channel  VIP Meal Planning Coaching  Meal Planning Toolkit  👩🏾‍💻 Watch The F...

3 Ways to Get Your Kids to Eat More Veggies at Home

March 15, 2024 05:00 - 9 minutes - 6.41 MB

Send us a Text Message. Do you ever find your kids are anti veggies? Trying to get your kids to eat vegetables can sometimes feel like an uphill battle. From toddlers showing resistance to anything green to older kids snacking on oreos, twinkies andeverythign BUT veggies, where are how can you  find ways to make veggies appealing, aside from the obvious hiding them, blending them and even mixing them into the dish, but no matter how much you do that they're just NOT having it? Well in tod...

The Best Way to Meal Plan While You're Working All Day

March 13, 2024 05:00 - 12 minutes - 8.63 MB

Send us a Text Message. Do you actually have the time to meal prep?  I mean, dedicating a few hours to peeling, chopping, cutting and preping everything for the week ahead? OR  you can't think of anything worse and prefer to wing it through the kitchen? Take the: How Much TIme Can You Save With Meal Prepping Quiz here  Sometimes we have the best intentions to do something, but we don't have the capactiy to take on anything new, so in this episode, I help you decide which is right for you...

Meal Prep vs. Meal Planning: Tips for Busy Moms 2

March 11, 2024 05:00 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MB

Healthy Family Eating: Meal Prep vs Meal Planning Tips for Busy Moms

March 08, 2024 05:00 - 20 minutes - 14.4 MB

Send us a Text Message. When you're trying to find quicker ways to prepare healthy meals for your kids, it can feel overwhelming, especially when you barely have a minute to breathe.    I've put together over 50 can't-miss recipes in the meal planning toolkit that'll help you hit the ground running. We're talking about meals here that'll have your kids bouncing for joy and coming back for more.  So, if you're up for giving dinner times a makeover that's all about fun and flavor, tune in...

Macros vs Meal Planning: which is right for you?

March 06, 2024 14:00 - 21 minutes - 14.7 MB

Send us a Text Message. Should you weigh everything you eat every single day, track your macros, and obess about the numbers on the scale daily? Or should you mealprep op a Sunday for 8hrs?  When it comes to the fitness industry there are a ton of these questions and we get caught up in stuff So in today's episode I pull back the curtains as an Ex-Macros Coach turned fully Meal Planning & Weight Loss Coach for women who want to invest in thier health and make the necersary changes, and sav...

5 Reasons to Start Meal Planning Right Now

March 04, 2024 05:00 - 17 minutes - 12.2 MB

Meal Planning 101: Starting Strong and Sticking to It

March 01, 2024 05:00 - 21 minutes - 14.5 MB

How to Eat Out Without Derailing Your Financial Goals

February 26, 2024 05:00 - 24 minutes - 17 MB

Meal Planning and Your Sanity Finding Balance in the Kitchen Chaos 2

February 21, 2024 16:00 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MB

Do You Keep Putting Yourself Last, When It Comes To Your Health?

February 19, 2024 09:00 - 14 minutes - 10.3 MB

3 Simple Steps To Just Get Dinner On The Table

February 09, 2024 05:00 - 33 minutes - 23.4 MB

Too Tired to Cook? Fast, Stress-Free Dinner Recipes for Busy Parents

February 07, 2024 05:00 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MB

Meal Planning Tips For Busy Successful Women

February 05, 2024 05:00 - 27 minutes - 18.7 MB

Send us a Text Message. Meal Planning is a life saver for Busy Moms  juggling a million responsibilities—work, business, school run, errands, and countless activities—there's little wonder why, by dinner time, takeaways, pizzas and nuggets seem lie the easiest option. We've all been there Let's be honest, with all that going on and more, expecting to cook a fresh meal every night can be an unnecessary burden on already overloaded shoulders. In today's episode we dscuss: The Pressure of ...

How Successful Women Prioritise Healthy Family Meals

February 02, 2024 10:00 - 27 minutes - 18.7 MB

Send us a Text Message. Being a successful mom often feels like running a marathon where the finish line keeps moving. Daily routines are a whirlwind of work deadlines, school pickups, errands, and extracurricular activities. And just when the day seems to be wrapping up, the dinner dilemma kicks in. There's a certain allure to an effortless takeout meal or reheated leftovers. In such moments, the guilt of not preparing a wholesome homemade meal can be immense. Still, it's essential to rem...

Why Meal Planning Feels Impossible & What You Really Need To Know To Make It Work

January 31, 2024 05:00 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MB

Send us a Text Message. We're peeling back the curtain on that familiar kitchen conundrum—plenty of food, but nothing "easy" jumps out for dinner. You're not alone in this. Every parent has been at the crossroads of hungry kids, a weary partner, and the dog waiting patiently for scraps—wondering how you're gonna make an entire meal for the family that they'll actually like. And right there and then, meal planning sounds more like a fairy tale than a feasible strategy. What We're talk...

How to Meal Plan When Life Gets Crazy Busy (and Actually Stick to It)

January 29, 2024 05:00 - 17 minutes - 12 MB

Send us a Text Message. Juggling work, home life, and personal commitments can make planning meals feel incredibly challenging for small business owners and busy entrepreneurs. In today's episode we dig into:  How you can manage a meal plan while navigating a jam-packed schedule along with practical strategies not just for creating a meal plan, but for sticking to it consistently. Navigating a 'Meal Plan' Amidst the Busyness: Gain helpful tips and strategies on creating a meal plan that...

Do You Know What's in Those "Lunchables?"

January 26, 2024 05:00 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MB

3 Secrets to Stop the Meal Planning Mayhem For Good

January 24, 2024 05:00 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MB

What Are Our Kids Really Eating? How Nutrition Impacts Learning and Behavior

January 19, 2024 05:00 - 34 minutes - 23.5 MB

Send us a Text Message. This one is taking it back to my Behaviour Coach days with chidlren young people and thier families. Do you know what's in your children's food? Are they misbehaving due to the food choices you're  making? I know there are days where I chose to forget about the ingredients I was eating and chose to intenitonally cause harm to my body directly through the foods I was eating and guess what it directly caused my behaviour to change and not for the good Time and tim...

Distracted by Business Goals? Simplify Your Kitchen Life in January

January 17, 2024 05:00 - 24 minutes - 17 MB

Save Time, Money & Your Sanity: How to Meal Prep for Your Family Without Losing Your Mind

January 15, 2024 05:00 - 13 minutes - 9.12 MB

Send us a Text Message. Take The Meal Planning Survery here Don't Let Meal Prep Add to Your January Stress The new year often brings new goals around eating healthier, losing weight, and generally taking better care of yourself. So it’s no surprise that January is when people are most likely to try meal prepping. The idea of spending a Sunday afternoon prepping healthy meals for the week ahead sounds great in theory. No more scrambling to figure out what’s for dinner every night or reso...