Making the Most of Meal Time
Who decides? Allowing children to serve themselves at mealtime
New research on parent-feeding recommends that parents should decide what, when and where food is served and the child decides whether to eat it and how much food to eat. This strategy may contradict what many parents are already doing when it comes to meal time in their families. Apprehensions about allowing your child to eat how much food they want might be based in a concern over food waste or a worry they will overeat, which could lead to weight gain and longer term health problems. These...“Because they are good for you…”
Have you ever found yourself trying to cajole your child into eating vegetables? ‘Why do I have to eat this?’ They ask. ‘Because they are good for you!!’ You promptly respond. Perhaps you follow up with: ‘Just taste it.’ Many parents struggle to get their children to try new fruits and vegetables. Instead, they fall into a routine of always serving the same few healthy foods they know their children will at least take a few bites of. It’s important to be aware of your children’s...Cantaloupe, Corn, and Kids
I’ve often wondered where the idea that “children don’t like vegetables” came from. Are kids hard-wired to hate swiss chard? Is there no hope to ever get little Becky to eat her peas? There are plenty of children who enjoy eating fruits and vegetables without complaint. Yet, there are still parents who are resigned to thinking they will never be able to get their children to eat well. They say things like: “He just loves hotdogs! That’s all he’ll ever eat!” Well, I’m going...Families who play together, Stay together
Summer is finally here and along with the warm weather, many people become inspired this time of year to being, or to ramp up, an exercise routine. Regular exercise is so important to our physical AND mental health. Setting aside some part of your day to engage your body in a little exertion can do wonders for your stress level. I applaud anyone who has recently begun an exercise routine and encourage those of you who haven’t – to get moving. But wait! Don’t get moving alone…take your...
Lindsey Hoskins is the founder and principal of the practice. She brings her thoughtful perspective in navigating relationships to work with individuals, couples, and families, as well as those facing medical and genetic issues. Lindsey is available on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday evenings, as well as some weekends.
Emily Cook is an associate therapist. She brings her warmth and energy to helping clients face the challenges of life, including those specific to military service. Emily is available on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings, as well as Sundays during the day. She also has limited daytime weekday availability.
Lauren Messina is an associate therapist who specializes in working with children and adolescents and their families. Her passion for and dedication to her work is both comforting and inspiring to her clients. Lauren is available on Tuesday and Thursday evenings, and has weekend availability as well. She also has limited daytime weekday availability.
Tara Gogolinski is an associate therapist. She helps build, maintain, and strengthen the relationships that play important roles in the lives of the individuals, couples, and families with whom she has the privilege to work with. Tara has daytime availability on Monday, Thursday, and Friday.
