Managing Mealtime Madness

Sarah Schlichter, MPH, RDN
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Sarah Schlichter, MPH, RD is a Registered Dietitian and mom of 3. Managing Mealtime Madness is a podcast about feeding kids and families (from babies and toddlers through older kids), to help you manage the stress and raise competent eaters. With expert tips from Registered Dietitians and parents, you'll walk away feeling inspired and empowered with new meal prep tips, easy kid-friendly recipes, meal ideas and new ways to feed your family. 

  1. 12/18/2025

    30: A Mom's Wish List + How To Nourish Yourself Through the Holidays

    In this episode, Sarah shares a very relatable wish list in terms of things moms actually want, and ideal feeding scenarios with kids.  She also discusses tips to nourish yourself as a mom during holiday stress, encompassing physical, emotional, and nutritional well-being.  Recipes mentioned: Overnight Oats Sheet Pan Eggs Puori Protein Powder (use code BUCKETLISTTUMMY) Have a listener question or feedback? Send me a text! Support the show Join the email list to get a list of easy popular family recipes and meal prep tips! Instagram | Blog Recipes

    24 min

  2. 12/02/2025

    29: Tricks for Getting Food on the Table with 3 Active Boys with Katie Fields, RD, CDE

    In this episode, Sarah and Katie discuss the challenges and strategies of feeding an active family. They discuss meal planning, dealing with selective eaters, and the importance of balancing nutrition with the realities of busy family life (including the challenges of feeding a child with cystic fibrosis).  Katie shares her insights on increasing caloric intake for children, the emotional aspects of feeding kids, and the support available for caregivers of children with chronic illnesses.  Key topics discussed: Tips for balancing family life and nutrition, especially with active children.How to handle selective eating and what to do or offer insteadStrategies for increasing calories and healthy fats for cystic fibrosisHow parents and caregivers of children with chronic illnesses can find support groups How to make mealtime more enjoyableStaple convenience foods that she relies on for active boys Have a listener question or feedback? Send me a text! Support the show Join the email list to get a list of easy popular family recipes and meal prep tips! Instagram | Blog Recipes

    39 min

  3. 11/19/2025

    28: Mom Hacks for the Holiday Season to Save Time + Reduce Stress

    In this solo episode, Sarah shares some of the best mom hacks she's come across for handling the holidays and ALL that comes with them! From tips for entertaining and bulk preparing, to shortcuts in the kitchen, wrapping stations and more, this is one episode that will send you into the holidays with a plan to protect your time and work smarter, not harder.  Check out these Thanksgiving snacks for kids.  Have a listener question or feedback? Send me a text! Support the show Join the email list to get a list of easy popular family recipes and meal prep tips! Instagram | Blog Recipes

    31 min

  4. 11/12/2025

    27: What We Ate Last Week #2

    Sarah's back for another quick solo episode sharing the family meals her family enjoyed last week with reminders to embrace imperfection. From some planned meals, to some off the cusp, here's how she and her family made it work. Don't forget about frozen foods for those busy weeks ahead! Try these recipes: Pumpkin Chicken ChiliEasy Skillet LasagnaTurkey Sweetpotato Chili (NEW!)Applesauce Oat BarsLow Sugar Cookie Dough BitesHave a listener question or feedback? Send me a text! Support the show Join the email list to get a list of easy popular family recipes and meal prep tips! Instagram | Blog Recipes

    12 min

  5. 11/05/2025

    26: Feeding Twins: Balancing Nutrition, Picky Eating and Fun at the Table with Edwina Clark, RD

    Edwina is a Registered Dietitian, dually credentialed in the U.S. and Australia, and a mother of toddler twin girls. She specializes in translating complex science into consumer-friendly messages and is a sought-after nutrition expert, brand advisor, and media spokesperson. A long-time advocate for pediatric nutrition, Edwina founded Baby Led Basics and wrote 'The Busy Parents Guide to Baby-Led Weaning', to help busy parents like herself introduce solids and raise healthy eaters calmly and confidently. In this episode, Sarah and Edwina discuss the challenges and joys of feeding toddlers, including baby-led weaning, handling picky eating, and creating a positive mealtime environment. Edwina shares her experiences and tips for involving children in the kitchen, managing (international) travel with kids, and balancing nutrition with convenience! Key Takeaways:  Involving kids in the kitchen helps build their confidence and skills.Baby-led weaning encourages motor skill development and food exploration.Understanding the difference between choking and gagging can reduce anxiety around baby led weaningFamily meals at the table foster better eating habits and family bonds.Traveling with kids is challenging, but can offer cultural exposure and resilience.It's important to create a positive feeding environment. Balancing convenience with nutrition is essential for busy parents.Offering a variety of foods helps develop a child's palate.Edwina shares lessons of parenting and feeding twins. Parents should focus on the long-term game of nutrition, not just daily meals.Grab the kid friendly knives! More BLW resources: Ultimate BLW Ebook (20+ recipes + tips for allergens)Baby led weaning ideas for 7 monthsBaby led weaning recipesHave a listener question or feedback? Send me a text! Support the show Join the email list to get a list of easy popular family recipes and meal prep tips! Instagram | Blog Recipes

    40 min

  6. 10/27/2025

    25: Prenatal Nutrition Myths, Gestational Diabetes & Preparing for a Healthy Pregnancy with Lily Nichols, RDN, CDE

    Lily Nichols is a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist, Certified Diabetes Educator, researcher, and author with a passion for evidence-based nutrition. Drawing from the current scientific literature and the wisdom of traditional cultures, her work is known for being research-focused, thorough, and sensible.  We dive into what a nourishing prenatal diet looks like, how to support blood sugar balance during pregnancy, and what to know about gestational diabetes — from prevention to management. Lily also shares how nutrition can set the stage for future pregnancies, postpartum recovery, and long-term health for both mom and baby. If you’re pregnant, planning to be, or supporting someone who is, this episode is full of evidence-based insights and empowering takeaways you can start using right away. Things Discussed: How to recognize/ deal with gestational diabetesHandling food decisions and aversions during pregnancy and dealing with pregnancy nauseaChoosing a good prenatal supplement - what nutrients are most importantPregnant women do not need to eat double the amount of food, but should focus on nutrient density.Meal planning in the postpartum period (when you have other kids!)High protein snacks to help maintain energy levels.Setting yourself up for an optimal postpartum Resources: Real Food for Pregnancy bookReal Food for Fertility book Lily Nichols Blog and WebsiteIn honor of our 25th episode, please RATE and REVIEW the podcast. Have a listener question or feedback? Send me a text! Support the show Join the email list to get a list of easy popular family recipes and meal prep tips! Instagram | Blog Recipes

    53 min

  7. 10/12/2025

    24: Helping Digestive Troubles and Gut Health For Kids with Samina Qureshi, RD

    Welcome Samina Qureshi, a Registered Dietitian specializing in gut health and digestive disorders, to the podcast! Sarah and Samina discuss the importance of identifying common digestive issues in kids, and practical tips for managing GI distress and constipation. They discuss: How to identify food sensitivities or digestive difficulties in kidsHigh fiber sources and ways to introduce them in kids' dietsFoods and lifestyle changes to help with constipationKid-friendly ways to help with GI distress and bathroom visitsWhen and how to take probiotics (this may surprise you!)How a varied diet can support gut health and microbiome diversityResources mentioned in this episode: US Probiotic Guide Join the email list! Have a listener question or feedback? Send me a text! Support the show Join the email list to get a list of easy popular family recipes and meal prep tips! Instagram | Blog Recipes

    44 min

  8. 09/30/2025

    23: What We Ate for Meals Last Week

    In this quick solo episode, Sarah shares some of her meals that her family shared last week, including opportunities to improve upon for next week's meals to make things easier, and also highlights what worked well for busy weeks. She also shares some easy recipes for you to try! Your meals don’t have to be Pinterest-worthy — simple, repeated, even imperfect meals still get the job done. Don't forget to leave a review for the podcast. I’d love to hear what you all ate last week! Tag me or send me a message with your easy wins. Chapter markers: Introduction to Meal Planning- 00:00:00Easy Dinner Ideas- 00:03:00Enticing Curiosity at the Table- 00:06:00Using Leftovers Creatively- 00:09:00Balancing Meals with Busy Schedules- 00:12:00 Try these recipes: - Sweetpotato Chicken Chili - Pumpkin Protein Oats Have a listener question or feedback? Send me a text! Support the show Join the email list to get a list of easy popular family recipes and meal prep tips! Instagram | Blog Recipes

    16 min
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Sarah Schlichter, MPH, RD is a Registered Dietitian and mom of 3. Managing Mealtime Madness is a podcast about feeding kids and families (from babies and toddlers through older kids), to help you manage the stress and raise competent eaters. With expert tips from Registered Dietitians and parents, you'll walk away feeling inspired and empowered with new meal prep tips, easy kid-friendly recipes, meal ideas and new ways to feed your family. 

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    Sarah Schlichter, MPH, RDN
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  • Episodes
    30
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    © 2026 Managing Mealtime Madness
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