Mom, What's For Dinner?

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? We are back! We are so excited to be back recording new content for you to listen to. In this episode we are sharing the many updates that have happened since you last heard from us including some very exciting updates on the expansion of Jen Belanger Nutrition and what is in store for the podcast going forward. We can't wait to bring you more content in t...

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? This is a repost of an episode we recorded a couple of years ago, targeting Great Aunt Sally or Uncle Henry and their comments on food and bodies at holiday gatherings. We thought a repost of this episode for July 4th was appropriate, where food, drinks, and bathing suits abound. Remember, your body and what you choose to eat are nobody's business but your...

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? ICYMI: Jen Belanger Nutrition now offers lactation consulting! And you know what happens to babies after they breastfeed? They need to start solids at 6 months! So for all of our lactation mamas, this one's for you! In this episode, we are giving you all the information you need to know about starting solids through spoon feeding and purees for your baby....

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? We are reposting this episode because there is a lot of hype out there about fiber these days and we thought it might be helpful to go back to the basics when it comes to fiber.  Additional Resources:  https://nutrition.org/most-americans-are-not-getting-enough-fiber-in-our-diets/#:~:text=Just%207%25%20of%20adults%20meet,greater%20risk%20for%20heart%20disease.%...

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? With the summer weather coming soon we thought this repost was a good fit to get you thinking about hydration. We know that hydration is important but with so many adds on social media today it seems like everyone is drinking electrolyte powders and hydration multipliers. In this episode we debunk the hype around some popular hydration supplements and get creat...

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? We are reposting this episode as your reminder about the basics of breastmilk composition, the benefits of breastfeeding for mom and baby, and some fun facts about breastmilk. With all of the misinformation on this topic out there in the world we felt like it was time to set the record straight and expand into the world of new parents and breastfeeding.  Additi...

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? In this repost we are revisiting our seasonal produce and recipe series to get you into the spring spirit and to hopefully bring some nice weather your way!  Additional Resources:  Check out the USDA seasonal produce guide here: https://snaped.fns.usda.gov/resources/nutrition-education-materials/seasonal-produce-guide/spring  Find Jen’s cookbook Fueling Familie...

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? Reposting this episode because the price of groceries just seems to be rising and we are all feeling it! Whenever I leave the grocery store I feel that burning hole in my pocket. We are coming at you with some quick and easy tips for cooking healthy on a budget. We are big foodies here as I am sure our listeners know, so we love making delicious food that is al...

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? In this repost we are talking about the rise of energy drink consumption (and even coffee!) in our kids, we felt it was time to dedicate an episode specifically to caffeine in children. We'll tell you some of the hidden sources of caffeine to look out for and we will also walk you through some of the most popular energy drinks among kids and teens today, i...

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? There is so much to cover on this important topic including what it is prediabetes and what is happening in the body when we develop prediabetes. We also talk about some of the typical lifestyle changes that Jen suggests to clients to help them manage and improve their health when they are living with prediabetes. Additional resources: Abbott on Prediabetes: ht...

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? Sometimes wanting to eat "clean" can turn into an unhealthy obsession with label reading, scouring ingredient lists, and anxiety over every morsel of food eaten. Our episode on this condition, called orthorexia, is a must listen for parents and teens alike.  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informationa...

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? Reposting these lunch ideas to give you some fun new lunch ideas to get you through the mid-winter slump. All of our ideas in this episode are nut-free so they are safe for those with allergies and school-friendly.  Links:  Visit the Mom, What’s For Dinner Instagram here:  https://www.instagram.com/momwhatsfordinnerpod?igshid=YzVkODRmOTdmMw==   Shop The Ultimat...

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? The last week of February is Eating Disorders Awareness Week, so we are reposting a couple of important episodes so parents can spot disordered eating habits and eating disorders.  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your...

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? Reposting these quick and easy tips for parents to be healthy role models for their children, to help them build healthy habits starting from a young age.  Additional Links: Being a Healthy Role Model: https://www.dhs.gov/employee-resources/news/2022/03/17/be-healthy-role-model-children#:~:text=Go%20grocery%20shopping%20together.,not%20eat%20it%20at%20home .  L...

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? Following our last repost on immunity up with our episode on multivitamins. If you have ever questioned if you child should be taking a multivitamin or wondered if you should keep your child on their multivitamin then this one is for you. In this episode we look at a research study that investigated multivitamins for kids and if they actually meet the nutrient...

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? Since we are in one of the worst flu seasons we have had in years, we figured it was a good time to repost our immunity episode and give you some important reminders about all things immunity. We'll define immunity, discuss how we build our immune systems, and let you know how you can help your child strengthen their immune system. Everyone stay healthy! ...

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? On this week's episode we are putting our new CLC to work! Izzy is going to use all of her knowledge as a CLC to teach us about how milk supply is established after birth, answer some common questions about milk supply, and bust some myths you might have heard online about milk supply and how to increase it. Then Izzy is going to touch on some science back...

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? In this episode, we are having a conversation with one of our dietitians at Jen Belanger Nutrition…Liz. Before Liz came to work for us at Jen Belanger Nutrition, she worked as a nutritionist for the Kansas City Royals. Liz is going to talk to us about everything sports, including those higher intensity and more serious teen athletes with higher nutrition needs....

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? We know the time between Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's is chaotic and full of holiday parties, running around, and unfortunately, for most usually a sickness or two. In this Winter Holiday Survival Guide, we are going to give you all of our tips for getting through this crazy (and wonderful) time of year.   Additional resources:  Listen to our Hy...

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? We thought we'd bring out this episode from the archives on helping picky eaters (and their parents!) navigate Thanksgiving. All our best tips are rolled into one episode! Be sure to listen before Thanksgiving to have plenty of time to put some of these tips into action! Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and info...

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? In this week's episode, we are talking about the difference between pediatric feeding disorders and ARFID. Jen gives us her expertise as a feeding therapist and registered dietitian as we explore both pediatric feeding disorders and ARFID in an in depth conversation.  Additional Resources:  To learn more about pediatric feeding disorders check out the link...

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? This week we are talking about all things yogurt. How to pick the right one and some of our favorite combinations when it comes to making yogurt a balanced and delicious breakfast.  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your...

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? It's that time of year again...let's not make a big deal about the candy! When we forbid foods, we make our kids MORE obsessed with them. It can be hard to find the right balance of enjoying treats, but we've got some tips for you! Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and sh...

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? On this episode, we are talking about food jagging, which is a common phenomenon among picky eaters. If your child is picky and they only eat a few select foods, then they will drop those foods because they are sick of them. This is an example of food jagging, and this episode is for you!  Additional Resources:  Food Jagging SOS Feeding Therapy Handout: https:/...

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? We are firm believers in doing what you can do minimize your impact on the planet so today on the podcast, we are going to be talking about some of the best ways to repurpose leftovers and limit food waste. Lots of these practices are things that we have come up with over the years of time in the kitchen with busy families so they are also ways to spend less ti...