6. Respectful Parenting + Simplifying Kids' Nutrition | Kaitlyn Sapp of The Mellow Mama
In this episode, we interviewed the hilarious & beautiful Kaitlyn Sapp to merge two of our favorite topics: respectful parenting + nourishment. These topics are so important to join together, because they have everything to do with each other! Nourishing our children isn't just about cooking "healthy foods" - it's about modeling what we want to see in our children, listening to & validating their communication, honoring their autonomy, & letting go of the desire to obsessively control their behavior + actions. Respecting our children as whole beings from birth is the foundation we need to lay to be able to simplify their nutrition with ease, nourish their minds + bodies, & cultivate peaceful mealtimes. Join us as we sit down & discuss the following: Respectful parenting vs modern mainstream parenting Our personal stories discovering & implementing respectful parenting The mainstream approach to kids nutrition How respectful parenting laid the foundation for our approach to kids nutrition Kait’s top tips for restoring simplicity + peace to approaching food with your kids The importance of not using food as a tool for manipulation, bribery, or punishment Navigating "picky eating" Introducing new foods in a respectful way Teaching nourishment through modeling How to eliminate junk food from your home without guilt or shame Approaching birthday parties & events with ease Books mentioned: A Theory of Objectivist Parenting No Drama Discipline The Conscious Parent Other favorites: The Whole-Brain Child No Bad Kids Elevating Childcare The Awakened Family The Connected Parent The Ministry Of Parenting Your Baby How Children Learn Where to find Kaitlyn: Kaitlyn's Instagram Kaitlyn's YouTube Channel Where to find us: Kori's Instagram Fallon's Instagram Restore your metabolism: Freely Rooted Fallon's Table Our FREE downloads: Restore Your Metabolism: Free 5 Step Guide Metabolic Foods Guide