Nurturing Healthy Relationships: Why the Connection with Food Matters Most.

Written By Tania Grinberg

In the fantastic and messy journey of parenthood, one of the big themes of the early years, along with sleep and potty learning, is food. And while focusing on our children's proper nutrition is undeniably essential, another aspect of feeding our kids that often gets overlooked is the relationship they develop with food.

From the moment they take their first bites of solid food, our children are forming lifelong associations with eating. These early experiences lay the groundwork for their attitudes, behaviours, and habits surrounding food for years to come. That's why it's crucial for us as parents to shift our focus from just nutrition to nurturing a positive and healthy relationship between our kids and the food they eat.

As parents we want to create a safe and supportive environment where mealtime is about more than just eating – it's about coming together as a family, sharing stories, and building memories. It's about fostering an appreciation for food as nourishment, enjoyment, and connection; that’s what building a healthy relationship with food is all about. 

So let’s begin the journey of cultivating connections and empowering our children to develop a lifelong love affair with food.

After all, it's not just about what's on their plate – it's about the joy, the memories, and the nourishment that comes with every bite.

Let's savour every moment together.

Book a complimentary call today to discover how our parent coaching services can transform and elevate your feeding journey with your child into a truly joyful and rewarding experience.

Tania Grinberg

Tania Grinberg is a Certified Parent Coach and a mother of three. She holds a Master's in Education from the University of Toronto. Tania was born and raised in Mexico City.

With a rich teaching background and as a third-generation educator, she is committed to helping parents forge deep connections with their children. Tania's expertise includes coursework in a doctoral program at York U focused on Gender Feminist and Women's Studies. Tania specializes in supporting parents dealing with children's food and body image struggles, aiming to promote a healthy relationship with food and prevent disordered eating behaviours. Tania’s approach is interdisciplinary; incorporating Attachment Theory, Brain Science, Maternal Theory and Feminism, Mindfulness, Coaching, and the latest findings in Education and Child Development.

Tania helps parents, teachers, and professionals who work with children to identify the source of conflict within themselves and their young ones. By building a trusting relationship with her clients, she can guide them to establish clear goals and solutions specific to each family and context.

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