Trust Yourself With Food (previously the Bite Size Nutrition Podcast)

The full play by play of baby Bite Size's birth and an important lesson about the duality of emotions, acceptance and letting go of control

How does someone with a genuinely healthy relationship with food eat over the holidays—without obsessing, “saving up,” or spiraling afterward? In this episode, we’ll explore what changes when you feel calm and grounded around food, even in an environment full of rich meals, family dynamics, disrupted routines, and allll the emotions that come with the holidays. What a healthy relationship with foo...

Feel “in control” with macros but think about food all the time? In this updated episode (original ep is #118), I unpack the hidden risks of macro tracking and teach a saner, skills-first way to eat without feeling like you’re spiraling. You’ll learn How to spot rigid vs. flexible control (and why it matters) What research suggests about tracking frequency, intention, and disordered eating risk Th...

In this solo episode, I share why I’m not planning to “bounce back” after birth and what I’ll focus on instead: caring for my baby, caring for my body, and letting my recovery unfold with respect, flexibility, and support. We’ll talk about: How bounce-back culture fuels body checking, comparison, and self-objectification What positive body image actually means (it isn’t “loving how you look”) and...

In Part 2 of this two-episode series, we move from why control-based sugar strategies fail to how to manage sweets with permission, awareness, and flexibility —without rules, guilt, or obsession. You’ll learn simple, compassionate practices to enjoy sweets and feel more in control of your choices. What you’ll learn Why unconditional permission reduces urgency (and overeating) over time “Awareness...

Part one of two Have you ever sworn off sugar, only to end up eating more of it once it was “off-limits”? In this first official episode of Trust Yourself with Food , Gillian unpacks why common strategies for controlling sugar - like cutting it out completely, keeping it out of the house, or using rigid food rules....tend to backfire. This conversation is NOT about fear mongering sugar or telling...

An introduction to what you can expect from Trust Yourself With Food! If you're new here, welcome! If you've been following (and loving) the Bite Size Nutrition Podcast, you'll find the same short, actionable podcast episodes that help you build a healthy relationship with food, body and self, updated on a biweekly basis. I've just updated the name to reflect the essence of the podcast and what yo...

If you’ve ever struggled with overeating (even when you know you’re full), this episode breaks down why... and your first step to stopping at comfy fullness. You'll learn about the two sides to stopping at comfy fullness- as well as mindful eating strategies to help you stop eating when you’re comfortably full, without guilt, restriction, or relying on willpower. You’ll learn: Why childhood food r...

Feel like it's really hard to keep yourself motivated if you don't have a specific goal, benchmark or deadline to look forward to? In this episode, I walk you through the different types of motivation, how to identify which one might be driving your motivation issues, and and how shifting your approach can help you stay consistent without guilt or pressure. Plus, I’ll give you a quick jour...

In this episode, Gillian breaks down four (+ an extra one) practical steps to stop mentally calculating calories... Because calories stick with you, even if you haven’t tracked macros in years. If you feel like you know calories by heart and can’t shut off the mental math, this is your guide to reducing the noise and finding more peace with food. You’ll hear: What makes calorie calculations so sti...

In this episode, I’m sharing the real, unfiltered thoughts I’ve had about how pregnancy is impacting my body, how it would’ve messed with my head years ago and left me miserable, and the three mental shifts I wouldn’t survive pregnancy without: ✨ Why how I look doesn’t determine how I feel about myself ✨ How I navigate hunger, fullness, and cravings without guilt or control ✨ Why changes in my...

One of the scariest parts of quitting macro tracking or dieting? Trusting your hunger. I’ve been there... convinced that if I listened to my appetite, I’d eat everything in sight. If you've ever felt the same way, this episode is for you. Inside, we’ll explore: Why dieting teaches you to distrust your hunger cues What the hunger scale is and how to use it before meals or snacks The four types of h...

Summer is here , and it's a moment when body image can really suffer. In this episode, Gillian shares her personal experience with chafing, along with how to manage the physical discomfort without spiraling into 'I have to lose weight ASAP!' If you can relate to any sort of body discomfort or shame during the hot months, you'll love this episode. In this episode: How Gillian deals with chafing Why...

In this episode, I’m joined by Megan, a former client who shares her journey from relying heavily on macro tracking to building a more trusting, confident relationship with food and her body. Whether you're considering nutrition coaching or wondering if the results actually stick, Megan’s story is proof that the right support can create change that lasts far beyond your time together. What You...

Get the Self Trust Starter Kit: https://bitesize.kit.com/selftrust In this episode, you'll learn: exactly why it's such a struggle to feel in control when 'unhealthy' food is in front of you why telling yourself you shouldn't eat the cake or the fries doesn't work the two-fold solution that requires you to look at your overall mindset around food AND what happens in the moment when these foods are...

In this episode, learn about how understanding what truly matters to you can build trust in your decision making, get you off 'autopilot' in your day- to-day, and develop the part of yourself that has unshakable self-confidence. Access the Self-Trust Starter Kit here: https://bitesize.kit.com/selftrust Learn more about 1:1 coaching here: https://bitesize.es/coaching-2/   Connect with me on...

TW: if you do not feel comfortable hearing about miscarriage or pregnancy loss, please skip this episode I'm sharing my story of pregnancy loss, discovering i DID want to be a parent after years of not knowing, and why I wish we talked about these things more (even though I hid it for a really long time). Connect with me on Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/bitesizenutri⁠⁠ Enquire about 1.1 c...

In this episode, you'll learn about body checking and why common behaviors like inspecting photos, pinching body fat or even stepping on the scale keep the cycle of food obsession, insecurity and on/off dieting going. Download the free ADAPT guide mentioned in the episode: https://bitesize.kit.com/adapt Learn more about 1:1 coaching: ⁠⁠ https://bitesize.es/coaching-2/   Connect with me on Inst...

In this episode I'm sharing some quick fire lessons I've learned in my 38 years of life- listen to pick up a couple nuggets of wisdom that might be helpful for you in your life journey... and share your own nugget of wisdom in the comments or on Instagram! Learn more about 1:1 coaching: ⁠⁠ https://bitesize.es/coaching-2/   Send me a DM on Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/bitesizenutri⁠⁠

If you're a boredom, stress OR emotional eater, this one is for you. Let's shift how you think about boredom eating, and help you explore what's actually happening and what you can do to break the cycle of boredom eating. Enquire about 1.1 coaching: https://bitesize.es/contact  Connect with me on Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/bitesizenutri⁠⁠

In this episode you'll learn the root of why you feel anxious eating in social situations, and what needs to change to feel more at ease enjoying your life without food thoughts or anxieties getting in the way. Get the food rule tracker: https://bitesize.kit.com/foodrules Enquire about 1.1 coaching: https://bitesize.es/contact  Connect with me on Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/bitesize...

In this episode, you'll learn why trying a new hobby or activity can help you stop thinking about food or your body all the time, and how to get over that little voice in your head that keeps you from doing new things. Learn more about 1:1 coaching: ⁠⁠ https://bitesize.es/coaching-2/   Access the free 3 day Food Noise Fix: https://bitesize.kit.com/foodnoise     Connect with me on Instagram: ⁠⁠...

In this episode, you'll learn how to shift away from macros without falling back into hold habits, why in the past a weekend away from macros may have led to 'going overboard', and how structure and support can make it SO much easier to develop the skills you need to trust yourself to eat without tracking every bite. Learn more about 1:1 coaching: ⁠⁠ https://bitesize.es/coaching-2/   S...

Learn more about 1:1 coaching: ⁠⁠ https://bitesize.es/coaching-2/ Send me a DM and let me know how you liked this episode: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/bitesizenutri⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Access the free 3 day Food Noise Fix: https://bitesize.kit.com/foodnoise     In this episode I share what in my life has changed as a result of working on my relationship with food, what surprised me the most, and what I was SU...

In this episode, I share the six pillars of my coaching programs, why these pillars are so important, and how each one fundamentally changes your relationship with food and your body. Inside you'll also hear more about what kind of results the clients I work with have experienced in coaching, and why meaning and purpose is a key part of the process. Find 1.1 coaching details and schedule a fre...