102 – Nourishing Connection and Family Meal Times with Dr. Deborah MacNamara
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Order nowHow would you feel if you knew that the type of food you served your kids was not the most important thing for their health? Nor is the amount they eat either. Well, today’s guest is will definitely have you breathing a sigh of relief. Dr. MacNamara’s wisdom is deeply reassuring, helping parents let go of feeding anxieties and embrace a more trusting, playful, and connected approach to family meals. Whether you’re navigating picky eating, sensitive kiddos, or mealtime chaos, this episode is packed with valuable insights and practical strategies to bring more ease and joy to the table.
Dr. Deborah MacNamara is a developmentalist, counselor, and author of the highly acclaimed book Nourished: Connection, Food, and the Making of a Whole Human Being. Dr. MacNamara’s work dives deep into the intersection of food, connection, and child development, and she shares profound insights that every parent can relate to.
In today’s episode we discuss:
- What inspired Deborah to write Nourished and her thoughts on why the family meal is so important.
- How parents can create meaningful connection during mealtimes, even in busy and chaotic households.
- The developmental role of “picky eating” and how adults can guide children through natural eating stages.
- The influence of shyness instincts and brain integration on a child’s willingness to try new foods and develop as an eater.
- How heightened sensitivity affects some children’s eating behaviors and ways to support sensitive kiddos.
- Approaching feeding with less anxiety and more trust, while encouraging play and exploration to build positive food relationships.
- Strategies for handling external influences, like social media and family members, and rebuilding a positive connection with family meals.
- … and so much more!
Resources Mentioned:
- Dr. Deborah MacNamara’s book Nourished: Connection, Food, and the Making of a Whole Human Being
- Dr. MacNamara’s website
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Presented by Luka McCabe and Kate Holm
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