Feeding Families is a part of the EcoParent Podcast Network.

This episode was generously sponsored by the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition & by Oak Meadow.

About the episode:
In this conversation, I talk mom-to-mom with Jessie Thomas about practical nutrition for families. As two mothers interested in raising healthy kids, while supporting the health of the planet, and navigating the reality of time and budget constraints, this episode may help you think differently about food and how to navigate tough choices.

Some of the things we discussed: 

• the impact of food choices on health and the environment;
• the role of women in creating a culture of nourishment and teaching our kids to care for themselves;
• the significance of local farming; 
• advocacy for conscientious food choices; 
• the economic and health implications of food. 

Guest Bio:
Jessie Thomas believes we are the agents for change for our internal ecosystems as well as the ecosystems in the world around us. She is a Certified Health Coach, personal trainer, and Nordic Ski Instructor with expertise in Functional Medicine Approaches to Anxiety and Depression. From her base at Sustainable Wellness in Missoula Montan she creates custom nutrition and wellness plans for human and environmental sustainability, teaching how we all may become strong and healthy humans, as well as informed and responsible consumers. 

Host Bio:
Jess is a Family Health Educator, nutritionist, and mother of three focused on nutrition for brain health and resilience in kids. A certified teacher, Author, Speaker, and practitioner of Functional and Holistic Nutrition, Jess is dedicated to enhancing the well-being of children who face challenges such as anxiety, ADHD, and mood disorders. Her integrative approach involves unraveling hidden stressors and deeply nourishing the body to foster resilience and optimal health. Jess's best-selling book, "Raising Resilience", and her online resources have reached a global audience, equipping parents and practitioners with practical tools to bring simplicity and joy back into family life.

Guest Links
https://www.instagram.com/sustainablewellness/
https://www.sustainablewellness.net/

Further Links for Jess:
Guide: www.JessSherman.com/anxietysupportforkids
Courses: www.JessSherman.com/learn
Book: www.RaisingResilience.ca
Membership: www.JessSherman.com/membership
Social: instagram.com/askJesssherman

About our Podcast Network:
The EcoParent Podcast Network helps busy families live a healthier, greener lifestyle. Our host experts are imperfect, real, busy parents just like you who share ways to lower our collective carbon footprint and practical strategies that make a difference to your family’s health, the planet and to our children’s future. We offer raw, honest conversations and actionable advice in the following six areas: pregnancy & birth, pediatric wellness, kids nutrition, healthy home, beauty, and parenting. Join us and get inspired to live a more sustainable, healthy life!

About the Feeding Families Podcast:
No matter where you are, if you’re a parent I’m pretty sure you and I want the same thing - to build strong mental and physical health in our kids and set them up for a bright future. In our episodes, we break down the nuts & bolts of kids’ nutrition and bring you inspiring food stories and practical strategies so you can overcome real-life food challenges shared by parents everywhere. We want you leaving our episodes with more clarity, new ideas, inspiration, and unwavering confidence in the food decisions you make every day.

Credits:
This episode was edited, mastered, and produced by RanserSound.