How to raise children who have a long-term healthy relationship with food, based on the Intuitive Eating Principles In this post you’ll learn about: Why it’s NOT your job to get your child to eat Intuitive Eating: What is it, and how does it apply to kids? And, the A-B-C Approach to Teaching your kids…
Can a Baby or Toddler Overeat?
Helpful tips to ensure that you’re not over-feeding your baby or toddler and instead raising a mindful eater for life. If you’ve ever wondered whether it’s possible for your baby or toddler to overeat, you’re not alone. As a registered dietitian and nutritionist with a specialty in pregnancy, babies and kids, I’m asked this question all…
Stressing About Holiday Weight Gain? Stop, and Do This Instead
Why holiday weight stress can actually create dysfunctional eating habits (and what to focus on instead) Holiday weight gain stress is a real thing, and you’re certainly not alone if you feel it. The pressure to maintain (or even lose!) weight is amplified if you have a Winter trip planned, which many families do. Unfortunately,…
How to Take the Guilt Out of Halloween
A candy-stealing, dietitian-mom guide on how to have a fun (and guilt-free) Halloween Chances are if you’re reading this you feel some sort of guilt around Halloween or have totally snuck into your kids’ Halloween stash? Don’t worry, we’ve alllll done it. So, as a parent (ahem…and some of us chocoholics) who will now be…
5 Reasons Why This Dietitian Might Finally Start Using Canada’s Food Guide
After 13 years of practice as a Registered Dietitian, I might finally start using Canada’s Food Guide as a trusted tool and resource. Since I became a Dietitian in 2006, I’ve resisted ever using Canada’s Food Guide as a resource or tool in my practice because I disagreed with so many of it’s messages and…
Top Three Nutrition Tips I Learned From My Mom
Happy Mother’s Day to All the Moms Out There! One thing I inherited from my mom has been my love of food. A healthy relationship with food starts from day one. How food is talked about in the household can influence eating habits! My mom was a great role model when it came to family…
5 Secrets to Raising Kids Who Eat Treats Mindfully and in Moderation
My kids take after their mom – they love chocolate! For years, I’ve have a square or two of dark chocolate after lunch and supper. For me, chocolate is the perfect end to a meal–things don’t seem quite right without it. And over the years, I’ve learned how to enjoy it mindfully. With Easter right around…
8 Weight Management Strategies This Dietitian Swears By
SURPRISING (AND REFRESHING) NON-DIET WEIGHT LOSS STRATEGIES FROM A NUTRITION EXPERT Most people struggle with their weight at one point or another, even nutrition experts. Achieving sustainable weight loss isn’t easy, otherwise everyone would sit at their most comfortable weight. Most of the time, we turn to quick fixes- diets that leave us feeling deprived…
Sarah is going back to work!
September has always been my favourite month of the year. Not only is the weather usually lovely here in Calgary (I’m knocking on wood right now), and the colours beautiful, but I also think of September as a new beginning or a “fresh start”. Around this time of year, I make it a priority to set new…
10 New Years Resolutions That Will Benefit Your Children As Much As You
Research shows that less than half of us will stick to our New Years Resolutions by June and only 10% of us will follow through by December. Making healthy changes to your lifestyle is not easy. In fact, it’s REALLY challenging, especially for those of us who have created less-than-healthy habits over the years. Habits…
