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

Adultish: The Body Image Book for Life with Charlotte Markey 01.08.2024

Dr. Charlotte Markey, a researcher and expert in body image, is here to talk about her latest book, Adultish: The Body Image Book for Life. Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog  

We Need to Change How We Educate Kids about Food with Dani Lebovitz 18.07.2024

Dani Lebovitz, registered dietitian and founder of Kid Food Explorers, explains why our food and nutrition education approach with kids is problematic and how we can educate with inclusivity and support instead. Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog

The Kissing Game (and Other Sleep Strategies for Children) with Kendall Hampton 04.07.2024

Kendall Hampton, pediatric sleep specialist, walks us through some key strategies for helping children who don't want to go to bed, get good quality sleep. Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog

Advancing Nutrition Security for Children with Dr. Caree Cotwright 20.06.2024

Dr. Caree Cotwright, Director of Nutrition Security and Health Equity for the Food and Nutrition Service of the USDA, shares the many programs aimed at ending hunger for children in the United States. Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog

Trends in Sports Nutrition for Student Athletes with Kelly Jones 06.06.2024

Kelly Jones, a sports and media dietitian, talks about trends in sports nutrition with student-athletes. From creatine, energy drinks and RED-S, Kelly shares her insight and knowledge and sets the record straight. Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog

"I'm Feeding Two Very Different Kids and Stages of Childhood" 23.05.2024

In this one-time counseling session, Jill helps a working mom who is simultaneously navigating babyhood and adolescence. Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog

The Psychology of Eating Habits with Nina Crowley 09.05.2024

Nina Crowley, the psycho dietitian, talks about the psychology of eating habits, health behaviors, and motivation and how these impact both parents and children. Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog

How to Tell if Your Child is Really Hungry 25.04.2024

Jill explores true, physiologic hunger versus "head" hunger, and gives parents a series of questions so they can assess what's going on and respond accordingly. Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog/

How to Support Kids with Feeding Problems 11.04.2024

Cheryl Pelletier, a speech-language pathologist and feeding professional, discusses feeding problems in children and how to find the right support for children who aren't eating well. Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog/

How to Help Kids with Low Iron 28.03.2024

Jill reviews iron deficiency and iron deficiency anemia in kids and what parents can do to help.  Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog/

Easy Food Tips to Help All Children Eat Better 14.03.2024

Jill reviews for easy tips for helping all children, especially those with large bodies,  eat better. Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog/

My Child is Always Hungry and Overweight 29.02.2024

Jill reviews nutrition and feeding tips for parenting a child who is always hungry and overweight. Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog/

6 Principles for Introducing New Foods to Young Children 15.02.2024

Jill reviews 6 principles to keep in mind when introducing new foods to young children. Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog/

The Genetics of Your Child's Food Approach and Why It Matters 01.02.2024

Jill reviews the genetics of food approach in kids and revisits an interview with Dr. Alison Miller about child eating styles. Why are some kids more interested in food and others less so? Find out! Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog/

Do Parents Restrict Food when Kids Are Larger? 18.01.2024

Jill reviews how parent feeding may change when raising a child with a larger body. She chats about the genetics of being larger and the impact of restricting food. Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog/

3 Wishes for the New Year 04.01.2024

Jill has three wishes for the New Year for parents and anyone who cares about children. Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog/

Simple Ways to Educate Toddlers about Food 21.12.2023

Jill reviews three simple ways to teach toddlers about food without stigmatizing and compromising their developing relationship with food. Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog/

Eating in secret: Why do kids sneak food? 07.12.2023

Jill reviews why kids sneak food and what parents can do about it. If your child is eating in secret, this is a must-listen! Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog/

Stereotyping Children About Their Size, Eating, and Activity Levels 23.11.2023

Jill reviews three labels adults place on kids about their eating, size, and activity levels, and the impact these have on children's well-being. Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog/

How to Arm Your Child Against Dysfunctional Eating with Jessica Setnick 09.11.2023

Jessica Setnick shares her insights on dysfunctional eating in children and what parents can do right now to protect them. Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog/

Is it okay for a child to be a pescatarian? 26.10.2023

Is it safe for children to be pescatarian? Understand the benefits, watch-outs, and potential mistakes when raising a pescatarian child. Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog/

The State of the Teen Plate with Ty Beal 12.10.2023

Ty Beal shares his research and insights on adolescent nutrition in the U.S. and globally. Sponsored by National Cattlemen's Beef Association, a contractor to the Beef Checkoff.  Get full information on the blog:  https://thenourishedchild.com/blog/

Can Your Diet Be Healthy if You Eat Ultra-Processed Foods? with Julie Hess 28.09.2023

Julie Hess shares how she planned a healthy diet pattern that meets the Dietary Guidelines for Americans using ultra-processed foods. Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog/

The Inlaws: Eating, Feeding, Food and Kids' Bodies 14.09.2023

Jill answers a listener's question about inlaws who constantly talk about nutrition, weight, and health when her toddler is around. Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog/  

Making Fruits and Vegetables Fun with Lori Taylor 31.08.2023

Lori Taylor of The Produce Moms talks about making fruits and vegetables fun for kids.  Get full information in the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog/  

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