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...

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

Episodes

Cooking with the Family with Lacey Mauritz 02.09.2021 42:39

Cookbook author Lacey Mauritz chats about cooking with the family and her Mother Goose inspired cookbooks for kids and families. Get full show notes and information here: https://thenourishedchild.com/143

TNC 142: What You Should Know About Baby Brain Development 19.08.2021 49:43

From key nutrients to talking to your baby, there are many ways to nurture healthy baby brain development. Get full show notes and more information here: https://jillcastle.com/078

TNC 141: Nutrition for Kids with Autism and Selective Eating 05.08.2021 46:51

L earn how to manage the child with autism and selective eating. Get full show notes and more information here: https://jillcastle.com/105

TNC 140: Understanding Your Child's Picky Taste Buds 22.07.2021 20:59

Learn how to handle picky taste buds so that children explore all foods. Get full show notes and more information here: https://jillcastle.com/128

TNC 139: What It Means to Raise an Emotionally Balanced Child 08.07.2021 33:38

Learn about emotional health and how to work with your child to be more emotionally balanced . Get full show notes and more information here: https://jillcastle.com/84

TNC 138: How to Reverse Unhealthy Snacking Habits 24.06.2021 28:12

Learn about the acronym " snacksmart " and how it help s parents raise kids with healthy snacking habits. Get full show notes and more information here: https://jillcastle.com/124

TNC 137: Why Girls Struggle with Body Image 10.06.2021 53:59

Learn why girls body image issues are increasing and what parents can do about it. Get full show notes and more information here: https://jillcastle.com/122

TNC 136: Tips for Keeping Kids on a Summer Schedule 27.05.2021 28:15

Learn about tips for keeping kids on a summer schedule. I'm talking about weight, healthy habits, and some ways you can maintain structure in your child's summer break. Get full show notes and more information here: https://thenourishedchild.com/136

TNC 135: How Children's Preference in Food Begins 13.05.2021 35:45

Dr. Julie Mennella explains how children's preference in food develops, evolves and influences eating choices and health. Get full show notes and more information here: https://thenourishedchild.com/135

TNC 134: How Did I Get Here? The Jill Castle Story 29.04.2021 43:51

A special episode about my journey, the work I do, and where I am today (literally!). Get full show notes and more information here: https://thenourishedchild.com/134

TNC 133: Responsive Feeding 101 15.04.2021 32:20

Learn how to use respond to baby feeding cues and set a foundation of trust and parent-child attachment. Get full show notes and more information here: https://thenourishedchild.com/133

TNC 132: How Dads Can Help Kids with Healthy Eating 01.04.2021 38:32

Dezi Abeyta, "The Dad's Dietitian," joins me to talk about how dads can be a positive role model for kids and help them establish healthy eating habits. Get full show notes and more information here: https://thenourishedchild.com/132

TNC 131: How to Encourage a Child's Autonomy at Snack Time 18.03.2021 28:51

Build your child's autonomy at snack time through a variety of hands-on activities to encourage self-regulated eating and nutritious snack choices. Get full show notes and more information here: https://thenourishedchild.com/131

TNC 130: The Dietary Guidelines for Infants and Young Toddlers 04.03.2021 55:01

Sharon Donovan, dietitian researcher and committee member of the 2020 DGA for Americans talks about the new infant and toddler guidelines. Get full show notes and more information here: https://thenourishedchild.com/130

TNC 129: A Good Time to Be Born 18.02.2021 51:35

There's been much progress in child health over the years. Dr. Perri Klass, author of A Good Time to Be Born, talks about child health and mortality. Get full show notes and more information here: https://thenourishedchild.com/129

TNC 128: Why Supertasters Need Extra Help with Vegetables 04.02.2021 24:55

Do you have more than a picky eater on your hands? Learn about supertasters and what you can do to help them learn to like vegetables. Get full show notes and more information here: https://thenourishedchild.com/128

TNC 127: How BMI Report Cards in School Impact Kids 21.01.2021 43:44

Do BMI report cards help or harm a child? Dr. Kristine Madsen discusses the impact of using BMI measurements in schools. Get full show notes and more information here: https://jillcastle.com/127

TNC 126: How to Recapture Your Family Health Goals in 2021 07.01.2021 40:04

Learn how to reset your family health habits in 2021, from eating to sleep, exercise, and more. Get full show notes and more information here: https://jillcastle.com/126

TNC 125: Food Dignity: A Lesson in Facing Blind Privilege (& Hunger) 24.12.2020 54:44

Hunger is still an issue for children and families during the pandemic. Learn about food dignity, blind privilege, and how we can all face our assumptions about food insecurity. Get full show notes and more information here: https://jillcastle.com/125

TNC 124: How to Raise a Smart Snacker 10.12.2020 25:53

Learn how to raise a smart snacker with The Smart Mom's Guide to Healthy Snacking , a book to help parents and caretakers. Get full show notes and more information here: https://jillcastle.com/124

TNC 123: What My Relationship with Sweets Can Teach You 19.11.2020 27:41

I've got a history with candy and it's shaped my relationship with sweets. Learn how to normalize and neutralize desserts for you and your family. Get full show notes and more information here: https://jillcastle.com/123

TNC 122: The Body Image Book for Girls 05.11.2020 55:55

Dr. Charlotte Markey discusses girls' body image, how to parent through the tweens and teens, and her book, The Body Image Book for Girls. Get full show notes and more information here: https://jillcastle.com/122

TNC 121: The Latest in Eating & Early Childhood Nutrition 22.10.2020 1:09:43

Discover the latest research and recommendations on early childhood nutrition, including nutrient needs, self-feeding, and baby food innovations. Get full show notes and more information here: https://jillcastle.com/121

TNC 120: How to Have a Healthy Pregnancy (& Why it Matters) 08.10.2020 53:48

Liz Ward, RD talks pregnancy diet, food cravings, nutrients for a successful pregnancy, and prenatal supplements. Get full show notes and more information here: https://jillcastle.com/120

TNC 119: How Weight Gain in College Happens (& What to Do About It) 24.09.2020 48:19

Joan Salge Blake , RD, college professor and podcaster, discusses how weight gain in college happens, from increasing independence with food selections to stress and lack of sleep. Learn how young adults can be healthy in college. Get full show notes and more information here: https://jillcastle.com/119