Jill Castle, MS, RDN — Pediatric Dietitian & Childhood Nutrition Expert

The Nourished Child

Kids EN ↓ 269 episodes

Raising a healthy eater shouldn't feel confusing or overwhelming. The Nourished Child is your trusted guide for child nutrition, feeding kids with confidence, and navigating real-life parenting challenges — from picky eating and food-focused kids to teen appetites, nutrient needs, young athletes, and raising children in all body sizes. Hosted by Jill Castle — pediatric dietitian, author, and mom of four — this podcast blends practical feeding strategies with body-positive parenting, holistic child wellness, and the latest research on children's physical health and emotional wellbeing. Each epi...

Author

Jill Castle, MS, RDN — Pediatric Dietitian & Childhood Nutrition Expert

Category

Kids

Podcast website

thenourishedchild.com

Latest episode

Jul 9, 2026

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Episodes

The Self-Feeding Journey: Expert Tips from Barbara Coven-Ellis 19.06.2025

From the very first bites to mastering the self-feeding journey, feeding expert Barbara Coven-Ellis gives us tips for helping children develop skills with eating. https://thenourishedchild.com/category/podcast/

"Just Regular:" How the Culture of Fitness Influences Women and Children 05.06.2025

Sara Dean, a former fitness professional and gym owner, shares her reasons for leaving the fitness world. https://thenourishedchild.com/category/podcast/  

Raising a Child with Celiac Disease 22.05.2025

Learn about celiac disease in kids from a pediatric dietitian and a mom living with it. We'll cover key symptoms, diagnosis, and how to successfully manage the gluten-free diet for your child's health. https://thenourishedchild.com/category/podcast/

Do your Kids Need Omega-3 Fish Oil? 08.05.2025

Do your kids need Omega-3 fish oil? https://thenourishedchild.com/category/podcast/

5 Reasons Parents Struggle with Feeding Kids 22.04.2025

Want to be more confident with feeding your kids? Understand the common reasons parents struggle with confident parenting and food. https://thenourishedchild.com/category/podcast/

Empowering Families and Healthier Communities through Food with Lynn Fredericks 10.04.2025

Lynn Fredericks, founder of FamilyCook Productions, shares her innovative work in nutrition education in the community and its impact on well-being. Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog  

Navigating the Truth about Food Online: Who Can You Trust? 27.03.2025

Food and agriculture thought leader, Charlie Arnot, explores the conflicting and confusing information about food and nutrition online and helps us find the truth. Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog  

How Too Much Body Fat May Affect Health 13.03.2025

Body composition expert and obesity specialist, Dr. Robert Dubin, explains body composition and how too much body fat may affect health.  Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog  

A Little Sweetness Goes a Long Way (Reducing Sugar) 27.02.2025

Sweetness researcher Adams Berzins explains artificial and natural sweeteners and their role in reducing sugar intake. Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog  

Make America Healthy for All Kids 13.02.2025

A pediatric dietitian's wish list for how to make America healthy for all kids. Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog

How Cooking Can Improve Your Child's Mental Health 30.01.2025

Dr. Debbie Kennedy, a chef and PhD nutritionist, discusses the psychological benefits of cooking for children. Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog

Easy Ways to Shape Your Child's Health and Habits 16.01.2025

Researcher Dr. Stephanie Anzman-Frasca shares easy parenting strategies for shaping good habits for kids.  Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog

6 Lessons We Learned from Feeding a Family 02.01.2025

Jill's husband, Jon Castle, joins the show to talk about feeding a family and the lessons they learned along the way.  Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog

How to Prevent Food Allergies with Malina Malkani 19.12.2024

Registered dietitian and author, Malina Malkani, shares the latest on food allergy prevention in childhood. Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog

The Future of Infant Formula and Parent Empowerment with Dr. Devon Kuehn 05.12.2024

Dr. Devon Kuehn, neonatologist and Chief Medical Officer at ByHeart, chats about the future of infant formula, advancements in formula nutrition, and how to navigate the baby formula market. Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog  

Trying New Foods with Children's Book Author, David Grotto 21.11.2024

Registered dietitian and children's book author, Dave Grotto, discusses trying new foods and building healthy eating habits in children. Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog

Soy Foods: Navigating 4 Major Myths Using Research with Karen Collins and Melissa Joy Dobbins 07.11.2024

In this special episode, we shine a light on soy foods and the myths surrounding them. Three registered dietitian nutritionists, including myself, team up for an insightful podcast collaboration to discuss four common misconceptions about soy using the latest evidence-based research.  Joining me are Melissa Joy Dobbins, "The Guilt-Free RD" and host of Sound Bites, and Karen Collins, an expert in c...

How to Support Vegetarian Teens with Dr. Reshma Shah 24.10.2024

Dr. Reshma Shah, a plant-based pediatrician, helps us navigate and support our vegetarian teens. Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog 

Medical & Lifestyle Support for Kids with Larger Bodies with Dr. Zeena Al-Rufaie 10.10.2024

Dr. Zeena, a pediatrician and obesity medicine specialist, chats about how she supports children with larger bodies. Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog

Feeding Kids with Autism with Sharon Lemons 26.09.2024

Sharon Lemons, a registered dietitian and autism specialist, chats about nutrition and feeding children with autism. Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog

BONUS: Help Your Child Thrive at Any Size 19.09.2024

Listen to Sara Dean, Creator of the Shameless Mom Academy and Shameless Leadership podcasts, interview Jill about how growing up with a smaller or larger body makes life more challenging for kids today. Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog

Healthy Coping Skills for Teens with Emily Gordon 12.09.2024

Dr. Emily Gordon, a Boston-area therapist specializing in teen mental health, joins me to talk about building healthy coping skills in teens. Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog

How Social Media Warps Our Perception of Feeding with Sarah Ladden 29.08.2024

Sarah Ladden, registered dietitian and founder of Better Family Meals, explains how social media sets unrealistic standards for feeding kids and what parents can do to avoid feeling like a failure. Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog

BONUS: Whole Child Health and Nutrition on Rebel Educator® 22.08.2024

Listen to Tanya Sheckley, Founder and President of UP Academy, a private school in San Mateo, CA, interview Jill about her new book, Kids Thrive at Every Size, and how schools can positively influence health habits and body attitudes in children. Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog 

Kids Thrive at Every Size with Guest Interviewer Monica Reinagel 15.08.2024

Monica Reinagel, registered dietitian and host of the Nutrition Diva podcast, now in its 16th year, takes over the show as a guest host! She interviews Jill about her new book, Kids Thrive at Every Size. Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog

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