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Check in with your kids often. Summer is often a time that kids need increased rest, especially if they’ve been busy throughout the school year. Extra rest and free time can help kids recharge, but for some, too much down time can leave space for obsessing, over-thinking, and isolating. Summer is often a time when I see kids start to dip into disordered eating behaviors, excessive or obsessive exercise, and body image can take a negative turn. Keep communication open with your kiddos about their feelings around food, body image and exercise. If you notice an increase in negative thoughts, obsessive thoughts, or changes in behaviors, seek help early. https://www.lemondropfamilynutrition.com/blog/promoting-a-positive-relationship-with-food-if-you-the-parent-or-caregiver-are-on-a-diet monthly 0.5 2023-05-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/627a705cb558fe289127c56b/7fd8aa25-db24-4940-9dea-3c6914b7ed5c/image-asset.jpg Blog - Promoting a positive relationship with food if you – the parent or caregiver – are on a diet: Is it possible? - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/627a705cb558fe289127c56b/02f7e671-ad69-4b7a-9d67-2de7752503b5/unsplash-image-ns1xhGumyH8.jpg Blog - Promoting a positive relationship with food if you – the parent or caregiver – are on a diet: Is it possible? - {Bottom line} I would encourage ditching the diets and working on nurturing a positive relationship with food and body image for yourself and your family. Does this mean you can’t value incorporating nutrient dense foods, movement, and other aspects of health? Absolutely not! It just means that you’re doing so in a way that doesn’t glorify nutrient dense foods, shame less nutrient dense foods, and health is not defined by the number on the scale or outward appearances – all bodies are respected and worthy. https://www.lemondropfamilynutrition.com/blog/identifying-eating-disorders-in-young-children-and-teens-early-warning-signs-and-first-steps-if-you-suspect-your-child-might-have-an-eating-disorder monthly 0.5 2023-05-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/627a705cb558fe289127c56b/1683906341173-MW28S2M3JOK8RIML3FNQ/unsplash-image-4j-r_tuupf4.jpg Blog - Identifying eating disorders in young children and teens – early warning signs and first steps if you suspect your child might have an eating disorder - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/627a705cb558fe289127c56b/1683913934094-X1IBCFYSRP71NYHOH5OT/unsplash-image-lyiKExA4zQA.jpg Blog - Identifying eating disorders in young children and teens – early warning signs and first steps if you suspect your child might have an eating disorder - {What are some first steps if you suspect your kiddo may be struggling with their relationship with food, body image, disordered eating, or an eating disorder? …} Don’t wait! Recovery from an eating disorder is possible at any stage, but treatment is more effective the earlier it starts. Reach out to your kiddo’s pediatrician for further evaluation and diagnosis. Start assembling a treatment team. At a minimum, this should include your kiddo’s pediatrician or regular physician, a therapist, and a dietitian. Other specialists may be required as well, and that’s okay! You want your kiddo to have the best chance at recovery. https://www.lemondropfamilynutrition.com/blog/how-a-dietitian-can-support-your-family-6-reasons-to-reach-out-for-help monthly 0.5 2023-04-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/627a705cb558fe289127c56b/70efcafd-2ec4-45d9-80bd-e7cb5fa73264/unsplash-image-AMHnFvAlg_s.jpg Blog - How a dietitian can support your family - 6 reasons to reach out for help - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/627a705cb558fe289127c56b/b8b2db7c-938c-4c5d-83f6-9d9384c305b7/unsplash-image-7MAjXGUmaPw.jpg Blog - How a dietitian can support your family - 6 reasons to reach out for help - 3. Family meals are a challenge to plan or feel overwhelming. It can be daunting to plan family meals – whether it’s 3 nights/week, or maybe you prepare all meals and snacks. Yes, you absolutely spend time perusing Pinterest, Instagram or searching for recipes - and there’s nothing wrong with that if you enjoy doing that! Sometimes, though, you want someone to help you make it work for YOUR family, YOUR schedule, and YOUR family’s taste preferences. That’s where a dietitian can come in to get to know your family and personalize a meal planning approach that works for you and helps you regain confidence in feeding your family! https://www.lemondropfamilynutrition.com/blog/why-letting-go-of-the-pressure-around-feeding-your-family-is-helpful-for-you-and-your-kids monthly 0.5 2023-05-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/627a705cb558fe289127c56b/6a35d122-29ad-43a4-b49d-47a867c0c8f5/unsplash-image-5za6niH4qpw.jpg Blog - Why “letting go” of the pressure around feeding your family is helpful for you and your kids - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/627a705cb558fe289127c56b/78ed449a-dc87-4ac2-9820-034a59bffede/unsplash-image-miAcjhLaWPQ.jpg Blog - Why “letting go” of the pressure around feeding your family is helpful for you and your kids - {What if I’m worried about my kiddo getting enough energy or missing out on certain nutrients? …} If you’re truly worried about your kiddo getting enough to eat or enough of certain nutrients, remember that what they eat over the course of the day or week all contribute to getting “enough” nutrients and energy. 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There certainly are considerations for kiddos that may need additional help due to pediatric feeding disorders or other medical concerns, so I also recommend seeking the advice and expertise of your pediatrician and/or a pediatric dietitian that can assess their intake. https://www.lemondropfamilynutrition.com/blog/take-the-stress-out-of-family-meals-5-ways-to-build-a-positive-mealtime-and-connect-with-your-kids monthly 0.5 2023-06-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/627a705cb558fe289127c56b/13a3b4df-3f36-4875-a0cb-cd4c816e158d/unsplash-image-MpJ9SFp2lM8.jpg Blog - Take the stress out of family meals - 5 ways to build a positive mealtime and connect with your kids - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/627a705cb558fe289127c56b/1679329276848-UAN7IAK1PAKWMDK9GIFC/unsplash-image-H7LEJZnrhSU.jpg Blog - Take the stress out of family meals - 5 ways to build a positive mealtime and connect with your kids - {try this at home…} If your kiddos are old enough to write, have them write down the thoughts, feelings and situations that are bugging them on a piece of paper. Tell them to place that piece paper in a jar or box to come back to after dinner – and then follow through! We want to validate that there might be something they are upset about or need to talk through, but the family table isn’t the place to do that. This can work for adults too! https://www.lemondropfamilynutrition.com/blog/creating-a-safe-zone-from-diet-culture-at-home monthly 0.5 2023-03-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/627a705cb558fe289127c56b/48211778-77a0-44c7-b3c3-4f77b3b9bbf8/unsplash-image-RaviikDnZH0.jpg Blog - Creating a “safe zone” from diet culture at home - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/627a705cb558fe289127c56b/1668107198970-9D0K6UW1VA98S3GXG20Y/unsplash-image-jLH2jMEL6Ls.jpg Blog - Creating a “safe zone” from diet culture at home - {How your kids can create “safe zones” outside of the home} Look for accounts that promote body positivity and an “all foods fit” philosophy with food. It’s okay to unfollow accounts that don’t fit in your “safe zone.” Surround yourself with friends that share your same views on food, body image and movement. Use your voice! Call out negative food and body image talk. It takes courage, but you’ll change the narrative. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/627a705cb558fe289127c56b/1668108336819-829LE8EGPRJ3J1FGGID8/unsplash-image-0Uj1YZPAKNQ.jpg Blog - Creating a “safe zone” from diet culture at home - 4. Find trusted food and nutrition resources to help you identify diet culture claims and debunk myths when you don’t know the answers. The number of resources and articles on nutrition and dieting feels endless, so finding credible resources that you can turn to when you or anyone in your family has a question can be invaluable in creating a “safe zone” around food and body image. Look for resources (dietitians, physicians, mental health practitioners) that are going to provide evidence-based, scientific, and judgment-free information. No fearmongering allowed! https://www.lemondropfamilynutrition.com/blog/understanding-your-own-relationship-with-food-and-why-it-matters-for-your-family monthly 0.5 2022-11-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/627a705cb558fe289127c56b/0cf19d63-fda3-4960-b7bb-21cb3dfbaaec/unsplash-image-dh3VQZGCF8c.jpg Blog - Understanding your own relationship with food and why it matters for your family - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/627a705cb558fe289127c56b/8b407b75-c2ac-4f35-9507-8a0728ce7f77/unsplash-image-QkflfhJn1KA.jpg Blog - Understanding your own relationship with food and why it matters for your family - {try these at home…} Use these phrases for yourself and share them with your family to start changing the dialogue around food talk! There are no good foods or bad foods. Food does not have moral value. This food provides my body with energy and nourishment. This meal/snack will give me energy to do…. Food is meant to be enjoyed. Foods provide a variety of nutrients on a spectrum of nutrient density – all foods can fit into my life. My body is wise and capable of telling me what it needs. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/627a705cb558fe289127c56b/1666189335441-BR5B7ZYOS0DR8GGV1MIM/unsplash-image-Z1Oyw2snqn8.jpg Blog - Understanding your own relationship with food and why it matters for your family - {why it matters…} While there are many other factors that contribute to the development of eating disorders, dieting is the number one predictor for the development of an eating disorder in children and adolescents. There are many stats to support this, but one that stands out to me is, as early as elementary school, 40% of girls are reporting that they’ve tried to lose weight via dieting. 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Your conversation could sound something like this: “We (heads of the house) have noticed that we don’t speak very nicely about food and tend to label a lot of foods as good and bad, or healthy and unhealthy. We want to work to change this as a family, because we are learning that all food is okay, and we can still nourish our bodies with a variety of foods – some that are more nutrient dense and some that are less nutrient dense. We are going to work on keeping more food in the house, like “x, y, and z,” because we don’t want those foods to feel off limits. We’ll keep these conversations going, and we want you to feel like you can come to us if you have any food questions or concerns.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/627a705cb558fe289127c56b/1664624584958-QI329U9QU4LG8PZ6DECY/unsplash-image-YS_51ncQL5o.jpg Blog - How to nurture a positive relationship with food in your home Try this at home: Increase awareness of the language that you use around food. 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