Mom, What's For Dinner?

Jen Belanger MS RD LDN and Izzy Wilson
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A podcast for parents who need help navigating the muddy waters of feeding their kids. From starting solids to picky eating and body image concerns, join me for real life, down to earth conversations about how to nourish our kids. I may be a pediatric dietitian, but I'm also a mom, dealing with the same day-to-day craziness and joy of motherhood as my listeners. You’ll learn, you’ll laugh, and you’ll be inspired!

  1. MAY 5

    Repost: Demystifying Breastmilk

    Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? We are reposting this episode as your reminder about the basics of breastmilk composition, the benefits of breastfeeding for mom and baby, and some fun facts about breastmilk. With all of the misinformation on this topic out there in the world we felt like it was time to set the record straight and expand into the world of new parents and breastfeeding.  Additional Resources:  Breastfeeding Benefits CDC:  https://www.cdc.gov/nccdphp/dnpao/features/breastfeeding-benefits/index.html#:~:text=Breastfed%20babies%20have%20a%20lower,the%20mother%20with%20her%20baby.   Nutrition Through the Lifecycle by Judith E Brown Lactoferrrin:  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6165050/  AAP recommendations for Breastfeeding:  https://www.aap.org/en/patient-care/newborn-and-infant-nutrition/newborn-and-infant-breastfeeding/#:~:text=For%20the%20best%20health%20outcomes,and%20beyond%20as%20mutually%20desired.   Additional Compisition information: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9110848/  Maternal Diet and Breastfeeding by the CDC: https://www.cdc.gov/breastfeeding-special-circumstances/hcp/diet-micronutrients/maternal-diet.html#:~:text=A%20low%20to%20moderate%20amount,coffee%20or%20more%20per%20day.  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment.

    31 min

  2. APR 21

    Repost: Spring Recipe Inspiration

    Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? In this repost we are revisiting our seasonal produce and recipe series to get you into the spring spirit and to hopefully bring some nice weather your way!  Additional Resources:  Check out the USDA seasonal produce guide here: https://snaped.fns.usda.gov/resources/nutrition-education-materials/seasonal-produce-guide/spring  Find Jen’s cookbook Fueling Families here: https://jenbelangernutrition.com/product/fueling-families/  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment.

    29 min

  3. APR 7

    Repost: Cooking Healthy on a Budget

    Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? Reposting this episode because the price of groceries just seems to be rising and we are all feeling it! Whenever I leave the grocery store I feel that burning hole in my pocket. We are coming at you with some quick and easy tips for cooking healthy on a budget. We are big foodies here as I am sure our listeners know, so we love making delicious food that is also budget friendly!  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment.

    24 min

  4. MAR 24

    Repost: Caffeine Guidelines for Kids and Teens

    Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? In this repost we are talking about the rise of energy drink consumption (and even coffee!) in our kids, we felt it was time to dedicate an episode specifically to caffeine in children. We'll tell you some of the hidden sources of caffeine to look out for and we will also walk you through some of the most popular energy drinks among kids and teens today, including Celsius, Alani Nu, and pre-workout supplements. Additional Links: Caffeine and children AACAP: https://www.aacap.org/AACAP/Families_and_Youth/Facts_for_Families/FFF-Guide/Caffeine_and_Children-131.aspx#:~:text=At%20this%20time%2C%20pediatricians%20advise,those%2012%2D18%20years%20old.  Hidden Caffeine: https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/teen/nutrition/Pages/Hidden-Caffeine.aspx?_gl=1*aj0kzh*_ga*MTU4MDY0NjAyNy4xNzEyNzUyMTA4*_ga_FD9D3XZVQQ*MTcxODE5ODM1NC43LjEuMTcxODE5ODM3Ny4wLjAuMA..  Children and drinks with caffeine and sugar AAP: https://publications.aap.org/aapnews/news/27276/Children-should-avoid-drinks-with-sugar-caffeine?autologincheck=redirected  Caffeine in energy drinks: https://www.eatingwell.com/caffeinated-drinks-ranked-by-caffeine-levels-8607309  Can kids safely use supplements?: https://www.mayoclinichealthsystem.org/hometown-health/speaking-of-health/is-it-safe-for-my-kid-to-take-supplements  Caffeine Consumption in Children: A Systematic Review: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7177467/  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment.

    26 min

  5. MAR 10

    Repost: Prediabetes in Teens

    Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? There is so much to cover on this important topic including what it is prediabetes and what is happening in the body when we develop prediabetes. We also talk about some of the typical lifestyle changes that Jen suggests to clients to help them manage and improve their health when they are living with prediabetes. Additional resources: Abbott on Prediabetes: https://www.nutritionnews.abbott/nutrition-care/chronic-conditions/tips-for-reducing-prediabetes-risk-in-adolescents-and-young-adults/#:~:text=Prediabetes%20is%20increasingly%20affecting%20children,diagnosis%20can%20oftentimes%20be%20reversed.  Children's hospital of Philadelphia: https://www.chop.edu/news/health-tip/prediabetes-what-you-should-know#:~:text=According%20to%20the%20CDC%2C%201,development%20of%20Type%202%20diabetes.  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment.

    29 min

  6. FEB 26

    Eating Disorders Awareness Week: Orthorexia

    Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? Sometimes wanting to eat "clean" can turn into an unhealthy obsession with label reading, scouring ingredient lists, and anxiety over every morsel of food eaten. Our episode on this condition, called orthorexia, is a must listen for parents and teens alike.  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment.

    34 min

  7. FEB 24

    Repost: Lunch Ideas for School and Daycare

    Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? Reposting these lunch ideas to give you some fun new lunch ideas to get you through the mid-winter slump. All of our ideas in this episode are nut-free so they are safe for those with allergies and school-friendly.  Links:  Visit the Mom, What’s For Dinner Instagram here:  https://www.instagram.com/momwhatsfordinnerpod?igshid=YzVkODRmOTdmMw==  Shop The Ultimate Guide to Creative Snacks here:  https://jenbelangernutrition.com/product/album/  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment.

    29 min

  8. FEB 18

    Eating Disorder Awareness: Looking Out for Anorexia and Bulemia

    Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? The last week of February is Eating Disorders Awareness Week, so we are reposting a couple of important episodes so parents can spot disordered eating habits and eating disorders.  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment.

    34 min
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A podcast for parents who need help navigating the muddy waters of feeding their kids. From starting solids to picky eating and body image concerns, join me for real life, down to earth conversations about how to nourish our kids. I may be a pediatric dietitian, but I'm also a mom, dealing with the same day-to-day craziness and joy of motherhood as my listeners. You’ll learn, you’ll laugh, and you’ll be inspired!

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  • Creator
    Jen Belanger MS RD LDN and Izzy Wilson
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    129
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 Mom, What's For Dinner?
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