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In today's episode, our guest Samantha Gollup and I discuss the importance of improving our relationship with food and our bodies, especially as parents. We talk about diet culture and generational trauma on our attitudes towards food and body image, not to mention the need for autonomy and self-regulation when it comes to eating and the importance of modeling healthy behaviors for our children.

In this episode you'll hear:
-The importance of creating a positive food environment
-Allowing children to have autonomy in their food choices
-Focusing on functionality rather than appearance
-Challenges of parents not agreeing on feeding strategies
-The impact of diet and beauty culture on parenting

Hit play for an important conversation about the need for education, open communication, and acceptance of children's individuality and genetic predispositions!

Connect with Samanatha:
Website: https://www.antidietmama.com
Instagram: @anti.diet.mama
Blog post on body confidence in children: https://antidietmama.com/blog/cultivating-body-confidence-in-our-children-building-a-foundation-of-self-love
Body image books handout: https://antidietmama.myflodesk.com/bodyimagebooks

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In today's episode, we welcome Brooke Shapiro, the owner of Sprinkles Parents. Brooke shares her personal journey as a mom and her experience working in the parenting space, and the challenges she faced in the workplace, including being laid off twice after returning from maternity leave. This led her to start Sprinkles Parents, a community and resource hub for parents where she provides various resources and support for parents, including online courses, playgroups, and a network of trusted service providers.

Topics discussed in this episode:

• The challenges faced by working moms, including discrimination and lack of support in the workplace
• The importance of creating resources and support systems for parents
• The value of moms supporting each other and sharing resources
• The need for flexible and understanding workplaces for parents There is a growing recognition of the need to provide better support and understanding for parents, particularly mothers, who often bear the brunt of caregiving responsibilities.
• Addressing the physical and emotional challenges of motherhood, such as postpartum care and the mental load, is crucial for the well-being of mothers and families.
• Partners and family members need to be educated and aware of the challenges faced by mothers in order to provide effective support.
• Societal expectations and gender roles play a significant role in shaping caregiving dynamics and need to be reexamined.

And so much more! Hit play to hear this important conversation!

Sam's Links:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anti.diet.mama/
Website: antidietmama.com
Body image books handout: https://antidietmama.myflodesk.com/bodyimagebooks
Blog post about body confidence in children: https://antidietmama.com/blog/cultivating-body-confidence-in-our-children-building-a-foundation-of-self-love

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In this episode, we chat with our guest Jill Sutton, a mom and host of the Living Her Legacy Podcast. We dive into the complexities of balancing motherhood with career aspirations, the pressures of perfect motherhood, and the importance of finding personal fulfillment. Jill shares her journey from being a physical therapist to a podcaster, discussing the personal growth and challenges faced along the way. We also touch on the significance of community, self-care, and adjusting expectations in motherhood.

Connect with Jill:
Website: https://jillgsutton.com/
Instagram: @jillgsutton
Podcast IG: @livingherlegacypodcast

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