End the Mealtime Meltdown
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End the Mealtime Meltdown
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"For parents who are committed to raising a generation of healthy eaters, this is an important tool!"
--Susan Albers, PsyD, New York Times bestselling author of Eating Mindfully
Restore joy at your dinner table using the innovative Table Talk Method!
But I made it just the way you like it. If you eat your broccoli, you'll grow up big and strong. No dessert unless you finish your dinner!
Sound familiar? If you're the parent of a "picky eater," you've likely tried everything to get your kiddo to eat their veggies. And like many other parents, you might have noticed these ideas fail. Your child may not become a gourmand overnight, but the good news is there are ways to help them explore new food--and restore some much-needed mealtime peace.
Written by a dietitian and mindful eating expert, End the Mealtime Meltdown serves up the familiar yet largely unexamined phrases parents say to kids at mealtime, and shows that what you say to your kids can actually sabotage your efforts to instill healthy habits. With this practical guide, you'll discover the communication skills you need to end conflict at the dinner table--for good.
In the book, you'll find:
- Specific guidance on what NOT to say to kids as they eat
- Acknowledgement that conflict at the dinner table is a normal part of parenting
- Specific words, scripts, and detailed instruction on how to encourage conversation that positively impacts eating behavior and development
- Real-life stories showing how the Table Talk Method can ease parent distress
- Instructions on how to tailor this approach to fit your individual needs
- Tools to help kids develop a healthy relationship with body and food that will last a lifetime
If you're craving better ways to deal with turmoil during meals and instill a healthy curiosity about food in your family, this go-to guide is your lifeline.
Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?
Library Journal gave this book a starred review, praising it as a "highly recommended action-packed guide" for parents facing mealtime challenges. Meyers warns against common tactics like pleading or bribing, instead advocating for modelling good eating, engaging storytelling about food, and thoughtful questioning. The book includes journal prompts, conversation starters, and meditation exercises, making it a valuable lifeline for families dealing with mealtime drama.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781684039463
Publisher: New Harbinger Publications
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 09 June 2022
Country: United States
Imprint: New Harbinger Publications
Contributors:
- Foreword by Carla Naumburg
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 14.0mm
Width: 154.0mm
Height: 252.0mm
Weight: 272g
Pages: 200
About the Author
Carla Naumburg, PhD, is a clinical social worker and author of three parenting books, including Ready, Set, Breathe (New Harbinger, 2015), and How to Stop Losing Your Sh*t with Your Kids (Workman, 2019).
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