Podcast appearances and mentions of crystal karges

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2658: Crystal Karges shares ten deeply personal lessons from her decade-long marriage, revealing how love evolves through adversity, forgiveness, and quiet perseverance. Her reflections offer a heartfelt reminder that love is not just a feeling but a deliberate, ongoing act of grace, patience, and mutual growth, especially in life's most unglamorous moments. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/10-lessons-i-have-learned-about-love-in-a-decade-of-marriage Quotes to ponder: "Love may not always be a romantic gesture of flowers and chocolate. Love acts selflessly, even when the feelings are not there, and shows kindness by doing things that are hard, uncomfortable, and unglamorous at times." "Love is a choice, a decision to give without expectation of reciprocity to another flawed person; but choosing to love is always the best decision." "Like a seed that deepens its roots in the hidden darkness of the soil, so is love that grows steadily in the quiet places." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2621: Crystal Karges compassionately unpacks how pregnancy and postpartum can reactivate eating disorder behaviors, even after recovery. By shedding light on physical, emotional, and social triggers often left unspoken, she reminds women that needing extra support during this time is not weakness, but a vital part of healing. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/why-pregnancy-and-postpartum-can-trigger-eating-disorder-relapse Quotes to ponder: "Awareness helps you understand that you aren't alone, nor are you failing in your recovery." "Pregnancy and birth are transformative: physical, emotionally, and mentally, though the physical changes are what may feel most apparent." "Even with all the triggers you might be experiencing, it is possible to have a healthy pregnancy and baby while remaining in eating disorder recovery." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2605: Crystal Karges offers a heartfelt reminder to mothers who feel overwhelmed by the pressure to “do it all.” With compassion and wisdom, she reframes the concept of raising “healthy kids,” emphasizing connection, presence, and unconditional love over perfection, rigid routines, or nutritional checklists. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/to-the-mama-who-just-wants-to-raise-healthy-kids Quotes to ponder: "Healthy doesn't have to mean perfect, and raising healthy kids doesn't have to mean you're doing everything right all the time." "Your child doesn't need a perfect mom - they just need you." "Being present is more powerful than being perfect." Episode references: The Body Keeps the Score: https://www.amazon.com/Body-Keeps-Score-Healing-Trauma/dp/0143127748 Hold On to Your Kids: https://www.amazon.com/Hold-Your-Kids-Parents-Matter/dp/0375760288 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2509: Food is not something that needs to be earned, and punishing yourself for eating only robs you of joy. Crystal Karges dismantles the harmful mindset of food guilt and restriction, urging mothers to treat themselves with the same kindness they show their children. By rejecting diet culture, honoring hunger, and embracing movement that feels good, it's possible to break free from food shame and reclaim a more fulfilling, balanced life. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/no-mama-you-dont-have-to-earn-your-food-and-this-is-why Quotes to ponder: “You are more than a balance sheet that needs to be perfectly calculated each day.” “Scales are for fish. Toss yours out, immediately.” “Living by diet rules is not REAL living.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2829: Crystal Karges highlights the transformative benefits of letting go of the scale as a measure of worth or health. She reveals how shifting focus away from weight creates space for self-compassion, balanced habits, and freedom to embrace what truly matters in life, such as joy, relationships, and authentic self-worth. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/5-reasons-you-need-to-ditch-your-scale Quotes to ponder: "Your goal weight will never be enough. As long as you reinforce the practice of measuring yourself by the numbers on a scale, you will never know what it's like to be at peace with your body." "Our health is defined by the quality of our well-being. How do you nurture yourself, physically, emotionally, psychologically and in relationships?" "You deserve love, respect, and acceptance regardless of what you weigh." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2829: Crystal Karges highlights the transformative benefits of letting go of the scale as a measure of worth or health. She reveals how shifting focus away from weight creates space for self-compassion, balanced habits, and freedom to embrace what truly matters in life, such as joy, relationships, and authentic self-worth. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/5-reasons-you-need-to-ditch-your-scale Quotes to ponder: "Your goal weight will never be enough. As long as you reinforce the practice of measuring yourself by the numbers on a scale, you will never know what it's like to be at peace with your body." "Our health is defined by the quality of our well-being. How do you nurture yourself, physically, emotionally, psychologically and in relationships?" "You deserve love, respect, and acceptance regardless of what you weigh." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2360: Crystal Karges shares insightful lessons from motherhood, reminding us that true body kindness isn't based on feelings but on daily actions. Her personal journey highlights the importance of embracing our bodies, no matter their shape or size, and setting an example for our children by committing to self-respect and care, even through life's challenges. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/building-positive-body-image-and-self-esteem-lessons-from-motherhood Quotes to ponder: "Building your body image and self-esteem begins with the commitment to treat yourself kindly and with respect and should not be based on how you feel about your body." "Feelings come and go, but love is a commitment, a choice to be present, to choose kindness, even if there are feelings of frustration, aggravation, or annoyance." "As you stay consistent with your commitment to respect your body, regardless of how you feel, you will find yourself building a more positive relationship with your body." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2734: Prioritizing your health is a powerful way to teach your children the value of self-care and well-being. Crystal Karges emphasizes that by caring for yourself, you create a positive ripple effect that supports the entire family. Mothers are encouraged to find joy in nurturing themselves, which not only replenishes their energy but also sets a vital example for their children. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/why-your-childs-health-starts-with-you Quotes to ponder: "You are the gasoline that keeps the car (or minivan) running. If you're not taking care of your vehicle, everyone riding inside is going to suffer when it has a breakdown." "A mother who doesn't prioritize her own health and wellness risks damaging not only her own well-being but the longevity of her own children and family." "Mama - if you are not nourishing your body well, your health will suffer." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2734: Prioritizing your health is a powerful way to teach your children the value of self-care and well-being. Crystal Karges emphasizes that by caring for yourself, you create a positive ripple effect that supports the entire family. Mothers are encouraged to find joy in nurturing themselves, which not only replenishes their energy but also sets a vital example for their children. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/why-your-childs-health-starts-with-you Quotes to ponder: "You are the gasoline that keeps the car (or minivan) running. If you're not taking care of your vehicle, everyone riding inside is going to suffer when it has a breakdown." "A mother who doesn't prioritize her own health and wellness risks damaging not only her own well-being but the longevity of her own children and family." "Mama - if you are not nourishing your body well, your health will suffer." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2705: Crystal Karges empowers readers to break free from diet culture by embracing a non-diet life. She offers practical steps such as a digital detox from harmful diet messages, reframing negative self-talk, and learning to trust and nourish the body. Karges encourages a shift away from restrictive diets, advocating for a more compassionate and self-accepting approach to food and body image. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/how-to-live-a-non-diet-life-in-a-diet-culture Quotes to ponder: “Food is meant to be both nourishing and pleasurable. There isn't any diet that will allow you to experience this freedom and begin to feel at home in your body.” “Giving up dieting means making peace with all foods and treating your body with the respect and kindness you give to other people.” “Your body will always be there for you, doing everything it can to protect you on your life journey. Isn't it time you trusted it to do so?” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2705: Crystal Karges empowers readers to break free from diet culture by embracing a non-diet life. She offers practical steps such as a digital detox from harmful diet messages, reframing negative self-talk, and learning to trust and nourish the body. Karges encourages a shift away from restrictive diets, advocating for a more compassionate and self-accepting approach to food and body image. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/how-to-live-a-non-diet-life-in-a-diet-culture Quotes to ponder: “Food is meant to be both nourishing and pleasurable. There isn't any diet that will allow you to experience this freedom and begin to feel at home in your body.” “Giving up dieting means making peace with all foods and treating your body with the respect and kindness you give to other people.” “Your body will always be there for you, doing everything it can to protect you on your life journey. Isn't it time you trusted it to do so?” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2312: Crystal Karges explores the challenges of maintaining a positive relationship with food when a spouse's eating habits are triggering. She offers practical strategies, such as setting boundaries and seeking support, to help individuals navigate the dieting behaviors of loved ones while staying committed to their personal recovery journey. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/what-if-my-spouses-eating-habits-are-triggering-to-me Quotes to ponder: "Ultimately, your motivation factors are stronger than a trigger." "Establishing healthy boundaries with your spouse is essential to not only your relationship but to your journey toward finding peace with food and your body." "A trigger can feel overwhelming in the moment, but remember to fall back on your positive coping skills to help you work through a challenging situation." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2666: Crystal Karges shares her transformative journey of ditching the scale, which helped her shift from defining her worth by weight to nurturing a trusting relationship with her body. She emphasizes that removing the scale can liberate mental space, foster self-respect, and empower future generations to resist diet culture. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/weight-tracker-why-i-ditched-the-scale-for-good-and-you-can-too Quotes to ponder: "It changed the narrative in my brain that my weight was no longer defining my worth, nor could it dictate how or what I would feed my body." "It is possible to break free from the pregnancy weight gain tracker so you can focus on doing what's most important to keep you and your baby healthy and safe during pregnancy." "Not just live but THRIVE and take a powerful step forward in reclaiming your life from diet culture." Episode references: Intuitive Eating: https://www.intuitiveeating.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2666: Crystal Karges shares her transformative journey of ditching the scale, which helped her shift from defining her worth by weight to nurturing a trusting relationship with her body. She emphasizes that removing the scale can liberate mental space, foster self-respect, and empower future generations to resist diet culture. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/weight-tracker-why-i-ditched-the-scale-for-good-and-you-can-too Quotes to ponder: "It changed the narrative in my brain that my weight was no longer defining my worth, nor could it dictate how or what I would feed my body." "It is possible to break free from the pregnancy weight gain tracker so you can focus on doing what's most important to keep you and your baby healthy and safe during pregnancy." "Not just live but THRIVE and take a powerful step forward in reclaiming your life from diet culture." Episode references: Intuitive Eating: https://www.intuitiveeating.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2665: Crystal Karges shares her transformative journey of overcoming an unhealthy obsession with her weight and the scale. By eliminating the scale, she reclaimed her mental space and developed a healthier relationship with food and her body. Her story offers hope and practical steps for anyone looking to break free from diet culture and find peace with their body. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/weight-tracker-why-i-ditched-the-scale-for-good-and-you-can-too Quotes to ponder: "It became a competition with myself, a ritual determining the course of my day." "When I started focusing on feeding my body, regardless of what I weighed or without a scale to dictate my day, I understood just how much power I'd allowed it to have over my life." "Getting rid of my scale was one of the best decisions I made for my food and body healing journey." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2665: Crystal Karges shares her transformative journey of overcoming an unhealthy obsession with her weight and the scale. By eliminating the scale, she reclaimed her mental space and developed a healthier relationship with food and her body. Her story offers hope and practical steps for anyone looking to break free from diet culture and find peace with their body. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/weight-tracker-why-i-ditched-the-scale-for-good-and-you-can-too Quotes to ponder: "It became a competition with myself, a ritual determining the course of my day." "When I started focusing on feeding my body, regardless of what I weighed or without a scale to dictate my day, I understood just how much power I'd allowed it to have over my life." "Getting rid of my scale was one of the best decisions I made for my food and body healing journey." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2638: Embrace the beauty and power of motherhood as Crystal Karges takes you on a heartfelt journey through body acceptance. Discover how to see yourself through the loving eyes of your child, and learn the steps to foster self-love and compassion in a world that demands perfection. This transformative piece reminds us that true beauty lies in our imperfections and the memories we create. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/body-acceptance-accepting-your-body-through-the-changes-of-motherhood Quotes to ponder: "Every stretch mark, every curve and freckle and wrinkle, every gray hair or birthmark or dimple - there is nothing that can recreate the uniqueness of your beauty." "And the life you carried and wove in your womb, the sweetest miracle of life that stretched your body and your heart will never leave you the same." "Sweet mama, in a world that so harshly judges and demands perfection, allow yourself to live at peace with your body, mind, and soul." Episode references: Maya Angelou - Complete Poetry: https://www.amazon.com/Complete-Poetry-Maya-Angelou/dp/0812997875 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2638: Embrace the beauty and power of motherhood as Crystal Karges takes you on a heartfelt journey through body acceptance. Discover how to see yourself through the loving eyes of your child, and learn the steps to foster self-love and compassion in a world that demands perfection. This transformative piece reminds us that true beauty lies in our imperfections and the memories we create. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/body-acceptance-accepting-your-body-through-the-changes-of-motherhood Quotes to ponder: "Every stretch mark, every curve and freckle and wrinkle, every gray hair or birthmark or dimple - there is nothing that can recreate the uniqueness of your beauty." "And the life you carried and wove in your womb, the sweetest miracle of life that stretched your body and your heart will never leave you the same." "Sweet mama, in a world that so harshly judges and demands perfection, allow yourself to live at peace with your body, mind, and soul." Episode references: Maya Angelou - Complete Poetry: https://www.amazon.com/Complete-Poetry-Maya-Angelou/dp/0812997875 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2529: Crystal Karges delves into the often-misunderstood realm of diet culture, shining a light on how striving for health can paradoxically lead down a path of disordered eating. Her insightful narrative reveals the detrimental effects of equating health with dietary restrictions and excessive exercise, advocating for a holistic view of well-being that encompasses mental, physical, and social health. Karges' powerful message encourages a shift away from destructive habits toward a more compassionate, fulfilling approach to food and self-care. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/overcoming-an-unhealthy-relationship-with-food Quotes to ponder: "Health is a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity." "Doing all the things that were supposed to be 'healthy' were hurting me, physically, emotionally, and mentally." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2529: Crystal Karges delves into the often-misunderstood realm of diet culture, shining a light on how striving for health can paradoxically lead down a path of disordered eating. Her insightful narrative reveals the detrimental effects of equating health with dietary restrictions and excessive exercise, advocating for a holistic view of well-being that encompasses mental, physical, and social health. Karges' powerful message encourages a shift away from destructive habits toward a more compassionate, fulfilling approach to food and self-care. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/overcoming-an-unhealthy-relationship-with-food Quotes to ponder: "Health is a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity." "Doing all the things that were supposed to be 'healthy' were hurting me, physically, emotionally, and mentally." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the Joyful health Show, we address obsession with sweets and how to navigate this during the holidays as parents who want what's best for ourselves and our kids. Crystal Karges, MS, RDN, IBCLC, has personally battled with eating disorders and motherhood challenges, and now shares her journey of transformation from a place of fear and control to one of connection and freedom. We'll explore the common misconceptions around candy and the anxiety it can induce in parents. By understanding your child's unique sensory profile and allowing them to self-regulate, you can pave the way for a healthier relationship with sweets. Learn how to approach Halloween and other candy-related events with a sense of normalcy, reducing the allure of forbidden treats. Discover why controlling your child's sugar intake can have detrimental effects and how to build a strong, faith-based foundation of trust instead. Key Takeaways: Focus less on the food rules and more on the child in front of you. Embrace freedom and trust in your child's ability to self-regulate their sweet intake. Normalize sweets for your children, reducing the risk of later overindulgence and disordered eating. Head here for all of today's show notes including Scriptures, social images, and resources mentioned. Start your week with Mindful Moments for Present People: A 1-minute devotional to debunk diet culture and savor God's abundance delivered to your inbox every Monday. Get Aligned: Returning to God's Perfect Peace in an Anxious World. Connect with intuitive health by grace today with Body Blessings: A 30-Day Course to Praise God with Your Body through Prayer, Intuitive Eating, and Joyful Movement. Learn more at joyfulhealth.co Connect with us on Social Media Instagram: @joyfulhealthco Facebook: Joyful Health Co

In this episode of the Joyful health Show, we address obsession with sweets and how to navigate this during the holidays as parents who want what's best for ourselves and our kids. Crystal Karges, MS, RDN, IBCLC, has personally battled with eating disorders and motherhood challenges, and now shares her journey of transformation from a place of fear and control to one of connection and freedom. We'll explore the common misconceptions around candy and the anxiety it can induce in parents. By understanding your child's unique sensory profile and allowing them to self-regulate, you can pave the way for a healthier relationship with sweets. Learn how to approach Halloween and other candy-related events with a sense of normalcy, reducing the allure of forbidden treats. Discover why controlling your child's sugar intake can have detrimental effects and how to build a strong, faith-based foundation of trust instead. Key Takeaways: Focus less on the food rules and more on the child in front of you. Embrace freedom and trust in your child's ability to self-regulate their sweet intake. Normalize sweets for your children, reducing the risk of later overindulgence and disordered eating. Head here for all of today's show notes including Scriptures, social images, and resources mentioned. Get Aligned: Returning to God's Perfect Peace in an Anxious World. Connect with intuitive health by grace today with Body Blessings: A 30-Day Course to Praise God with Your Body through Prayer, Intuitive Eating, and Joyful Movement. Learn more at joyfulhealth.co Connect with us on Social Media Instagram: @joyfulhealthco Facebook: Joyful Health Co

This episode is an interview with Cath and Crystal Karges which was originally released on Crystal's podcast ‘Lift the Shame'. Cath and Crystal talk about healing generational trauma, shifting patterns, diet culture, food choices, control and more.Come over and follow Cath on social mediaInstagram: @cathcounihanFacebook: Cath Counihan - Psychotherapy Mum To sign up for the journal prompts please go to https://www.psychotherapymum.com/and sign up for our newsletter, or do it via the link on the Instagram bio.We would love you to rate and review our podcast as it helps other people like you find us. Thanks for being part of this community. Sending love and courage, Cath. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For women who are working on their relationships with food, it's natural to ask the question "how do I help my kids not have the same problems I did?". We're diving into all things intuitive eating for kids in this episode with special guest, Crystal Karges.Topics Covered

Crystal Karges shares a message for mothers who are focused on raising healthy children Episode 218: To the Mama Who Just Wants to Raise Healthy Kids by Crystal Karges Crystal Karges is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and mama of five specializing in intuitive eating for mothers and families. She's passionately committed to helping you and your children enjoy freedom with food as a family. She helps overwhelmed mamas ditch diet culture for good and heal their relationships with food and their bodies so they can confidently raise intuitive eaters and enjoy eating together as a family again. Because when mothers thrive, families flourish. The original post is located here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/to-the-mama-who-just-wants-to-raise-healthy-kids  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Crystal Karges talks to mothers about why their child's health starts with them Episode 212: Why Your Child's Health Starts With You by Crystal Karges Crystal Karges is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and mama of five specializing in intuitive eating for mothers and families. She's passionately committed to helping you and your children enjoy freedom with food as a family. She helps overwhelmed mamas ditch diet culture for good and heal their relationships with food and their bodies so they can confidently raise intuitive eaters and enjoy eating together as a family again. Because when mothers thrive, families flourish. The original post is located here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/why-your-childs-health-starts-with-you  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Picky eating is one of the most common challenges we have as parents. We all want our kids to eat healthy and we know it's important for their growth, development, and overall health. But we often find ourselves encouraging them to “just take a bite!,” eat the meal we took the time to make, or try new foods. And when they flat-out refuse, it can be super frustrating. In this episode, I sat down with Crystal Karges, MS, RDN, IBCLC, a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), and Intuitive Eating Counselor. Crystal and I talk about the common myths around feeding kids, the problem with “kid food Instagram,” and why there's a lot more to feeding kids than the food we put on their plates. Crystal also shares ways that we can change our mindset at mealtimes, how to talk about food with our kids, and how to raise healthy eaters without it feeling like one more to-do on your list. Welcome 3:34 Let's talk about your story! 5:15 Have you always been passionate about healthy eating and food? 7:54 Why are most kids picky eaters? 12:17 What are common feeding mistakes parents make? 14:54 What are common feeding myths? 21:15 Can eating a lot of fake food alter a child's palate for fresh, whole foods? 23:09 What are the ways we can encourage our kids to eat more vegetables and eat healthier overall? 26:32 What are the scripts that you teach in your workshops? 30:05 Why is cooking important and what are some realistic ways to make it happen? 32:31 Should parents use intuitive eating habits with their kids? 36:25 How can we be consistent with healthy eating without it feeling like one more thing to do on the list? LINKS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW Learn more about Crystal on her website. Join her Lift The Shame community, a free, virtual support group for mothers and moms-to-be in eating disorder recovery. Listen to Crystal's podcast, “Lift the Shame: Mothering Free From Diet Culture, Food Guilt, and Body Shame.” Follow Crystal on Instagram. FROM OUR PARTNERS Kids Cook Real Food eCourse The Kids Cook Real Food eCourse, created by a mom of 4 and a former elementary school teacher, is designed to build connection, confidence, and creativity in the kitchen. The course includes 30 basic cooking skills, 45 videos including several bonuses, printable supply and grocery shopping lists, and kid-friendly recipes. The course is designed for all kids ages 2 to teen and has three different skill levels. More than 18,000 families have taken the course and The Wall Street Journal named it the #1 cooking class for kids. Sign up now for the Kids Cook Real Food ecourse and get a free lesson for being a “Food Issues” listener. Thrive Market Thrive Market is an online membership-based market that has the highest quality, organic, non-GMO, healthy, and sustainable products. From groceries, clean beauty, safe supplements, and non-toxic home products to ethical meat, sustainable seafood, clean wine, and more, Thrive Market is where members save an average of $32 on every order! Through Thrive Gives, every paid membership sponsors a free one for a low-income family. Join Thrive Market today and get 25% off your first order and a free gift. 

Crystal Karges talks about building positive body image and self-esteem Episode 1993: Building Positive Body Image and Self-Esteem: Lessons From Motherhood by Crystal Karges Crystal Karges is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and mama of five specializing in intuitive eating for mothers and families. She's passionately committed to helping you and your children enjoy freedom with food as a family. She helps overwhelmed mamas ditch diet culture for good and heal their relationships with food and their bodies so they can confidently raise intuitive eaters and enjoy eating together as a family again. Because when mothers thrive, families flourish. The original post is located here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/building-positive-body-image-and-self-esteem-lessons-from-motherhood Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalHealthDailyDietNutritionFitness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Crystal Karges talks about building positive body image and self-esteem Episode 1993: Building Positive Body Image and Self-Esteem: Lessons From Motherhood by Crystal Karges Crystal Karges is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and mama of five specializing in intuitive eating for mothers and families. She's passionately committed to helping you and your children enjoy freedom with food as a family. She helps overwhelmed mamas ditch diet culture for good and heal their relationships with food and their bodies so they can confidently raise intuitive eaters and enjoy eating together as a family again. Because when mothers thrive, families flourish. The original post is located here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/building-positive-body-image-and-self-esteem-lessons-from-motherhood Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalHealthDailyDietNutritionFitness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Crystal Karges talks to mothers about how to accept their bodies through the changes of motherhood. Episode 176: Body Acceptance: Accepting Your Body Through the Changes of Motherhood by Crystal Karges Crystal Karges is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and mama of five specializing in intuitive eating for mothers and families. She's passionately committed to helping you and your children enjoy freedom with food as a family. She helps overwhelmed mamas ditch diet culture for good and heal their relationships with food and their bodies so they can confidently raise intuitive eaters and enjoy eating together as a family again. Because when mothers thrive, families flourish. The original post is located here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/body-acceptance-accepting-your-body-through-the-changes-of-motherhood   Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Crystal Karges tells mothers why they don't have to “earn” their food Episode 169: No Mama, You Don't Have to "Earn" Your Food, and This is Why by Crystal Karges on Eating Mindset For Moms Crystal Karges is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and mama of five specializing in intuitive eating for mothers and families. She's passionately committed to helping you and your children enjoy freedom with food as a family. She helps overwhelmed mamas ditch diet culture for good and heal their relationships with food and their bodies so they can confidently raise intuitive eaters and enjoy eating together as a family again. Because when mothers thrive, families flourish. The original post is located here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/no-mama-you-dont-have-to-earn-your-food-and-this-is-why   Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Crystal Karges encourages you to leave the food police at the door this holiday season Episode 1973: This Holiday Season, Leave the Food Police at the Door by Crystal Karges Crystal Karges is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and mama of five specializing in intuitive eating for mothers and families. She's passionately committed to helping you and your children enjoy freedom with food as a family. She helps overwhelmed mamas ditch diet culture for good and heal their relationships with food and their bodies so they can confidently raise intuitive eaters and enjoy eating together as a family again. Because when mothers thrive, families flourish. The original post is located here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/2016/11/19/this-thanksgiving-leave-the-food-police-at-the-door  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalHealthDailyDietNutritionFitness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Crystal Karges encourages you to leave the food police at the door this holiday season Episode 1973: This Holiday Season, Leave the Food Police at the Door by Crystal Karges Crystal Karges is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and mama of five specializing in intuitive eating for mothers and families. She's passionately committed to helping you and your children enjoy freedom with food as a family. She helps overwhelmed mamas ditch diet culture for good and heal their relationships with food and their bodies so they can confidently raise intuitive eaters and enjoy eating together as a family again. Because when mothers thrive, families flourish. The original post is located here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/2016/11/19/this-thanksgiving-leave-the-food-police-at-the-door  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalHealthDailyDietNutritionFitness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Crystal Karges talks about how to cope if your spouse's eating habits are triggering Episode 1953: What If My Spouse's Eating Habits Are Triggering to Me? By Crystal Karges Crystal Karges is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and mama of five specializing in intuitive eating for mothers and families. She's passionately committed to helping you and your children enjoy freedom with food as a family. She helps overwhelmed mamas ditch diet culture for good and heal their relationships with food and their bodies so they can confidently raise intuitive eaters and enjoy eating together as a family again. Because when mothers thrive, families flourish. The original post is located here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/what-if-my-spouses-eating-habits-are-triggering-to-me  Zocdoc is a FREE app that shows you doctors who are patient-reviewed, take your insurance and are available when you need them. Go to Zocdoc.com/OHD  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalHealthDailyDietNutritionFitness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Crystal Karges talks about how to cope if your spouse's eating habits are triggering Episode 1953: What If My Spouse's Eating Habits Are Triggering to Me? By Crystal Karges Crystal Karges is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and mama of five specializing in intuitive eating for mothers and families. She's passionately committed to helping you and your children enjoy freedom with food as a family. She helps overwhelmed mamas ditch diet culture for good and heal their relationships with food and their bodies so they can confidently raise intuitive eaters and enjoy eating together as a family again. Because when mothers thrive, families flourish. The original post is located here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/what-if-my-spouses-eating-habits-are-triggering-to-me  Zocdoc is a FREE app that shows you doctors who are patient-reviewed, take your insurance and are available when you need them. Go to Zocdoc.com/OHD  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalHealthDailyDietNutritionFitness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Crystal Karges talks about how to get a child to eat when they refuse. This is part 2 of 2.  Episode 1542: [Part 2] How to Get a Child to Eat When They Refuse: Does Encouragement Help? By Crystal Karges Crystal Karges is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and mama of five specializing in intuitive eating for mothers and families. She's passionately committed to helping you and your children enjoy freedom with food as a family. She helps overwhelmed mamas ditch diet culture for good and heal their relationships with food and their bodies so they can confidently raise intuitive eaters and enjoy eating together as a family again. Because when mothers thrive, families flourish. The original post is located here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/how-to-get-a-child-to-eat-when-they-refuse-does-encouragement-help  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalRelationshipsDailyMarriageParenting Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Crystal Karges talks about how to get a child to eat when they refuse. This is part 1 of 2.  Episode 1541: [Part 1] How to Get a Child to Eat When They Refuse: Does Encouragement Help? By Crystal Karges Crystal Karges is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and mama of five specializing in intuitive eating for mothers and families. She's passionately committed to helping you and your children enjoy freedom with food as a family. She helps overwhelmed mamas ditch diet culture for good and heal their relationships with food and their bodies so they can confidently raise intuitive eaters and enjoy eating together as a family again. Because when mothers thrive, families flourish. The original post is located here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/how-to-get-a-child-to-eat-when-they-refuse-does-encouragement-help  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalRelationshipsDailyMarriageParenting Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Crystal Karges talks about how to meal prep for the holiday season Episode 1925: How to Meal Prep For the Holiday Season by Crystal Karges Crystal Karges is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and mama of five specializing in intuitive eating for mothers and families. She's passionately committed to helping you and your children enjoy freedom with food as a family. She helps overwhelmed mamas ditch diet culture for good and heal their relationships with food and their bodies so they can confidently raise intuitive eaters and enjoy eating together as a family again. Because when mothers thrive, families flourish. The original post is located here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/how-to-meal-prep-for-the-holiday-season  Zocdoc is a FREE app that shows you doctors who are patient-reviewed, take your insurance and are available when you need them. Go to Zocdoc.com/OHD  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalHealthDailyDietNutritionFitness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Crystal Karges talks about how to meal prep for the holiday season Episode 1925: How to Meal Prep For the Holiday Season by Crystal Karges Crystal Karges is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and mama of five specializing in intuitive eating for mothers and families. She's passionately committed to helping you and your children enjoy freedom with food as a family. She helps overwhelmed mamas ditch diet culture for good and heal their relationships with food and their bodies so they can confidently raise intuitive eaters and enjoy eating together as a family again. Because when mothers thrive, families flourish. The original post is located here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/how-to-meal-prep-for-the-holiday-season  Zocdoc is a FREE app that shows you doctors who are patient-reviewed, take your insurance and are available when you need them. Go to Zocdoc.com/OHD  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalHealthDailyDietNutritionFitness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Crystal Karges talks about how the dieting mentality is influencing your children Episode 1896: How Is Your Dieting Mentality Influencing Your Children? By Crystal Karges Crystal Karges is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and mama of five specializing in intuitive eating for mothers and families. She's passionately committed to helping you and your children enjoy freedom with food as a family. She helps overwhelmed mamas ditch diet culture for good and heal their relationships with food and their bodies so they can confidently raise intuitive eaters and enjoy eating together as a family again. Because when mothers thrive, families flourish. The original post is located here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/how-is-your-dieting-mentality-influencing-your-children  Indeed, the number one source of hires in the U.S., delivers 1.5x more hires than even internal referrals, according to TalentNest. Get started now at Indeed.com/HEALTH.  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalHealthDailyDietNutritionFitness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Crystal Karges talks about how the dieting mentality is influencing your children Episode 1896: How Is Your Dieting Mentality Influencing Your Children? By Crystal Karges Crystal Karges is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and mama of five specializing in intuitive eating for mothers and families. She's passionately committed to helping you and your children enjoy freedom with food as a family. She helps overwhelmed mamas ditch diet culture for good and heal their relationships with food and their bodies so they can confidently raise intuitive eaters and enjoy eating together as a family again. Because when mothers thrive, families flourish. The original post is located here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/how-is-your-dieting-mentality-influencing-your-children  Indeed, the number one source of hires in the U.S., delivers 1.5x more hires than even internal referrals, according to TalentNest. Get started now at Indeed.com/HEALTH.  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalHealthDailyDietNutritionFitness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Crystal Karges talks about how the diet industry is hurting moms Episode 1877: Diet Culture: How the Diet Industry is Hurting Moms by Crystal Karges Crystal Karges is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and mama of five specializing in intuitive eating for mothers and families. She's passionately committed to helping you and your children enjoy freedom with food as a family. She helps overwhelmed mamas ditch diet culture for good and heal their relationships with food and their bodies so they can confidently raise intuitive eaters and enjoy eating together as a family again. Because when mothers thrive, families flourish. The original post is located here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/killing-us-softly-how-diet-culture-is-sabotaging-motherhood  Indeed, the number one source of hires in the U.S., delivers 1.5x more hires than even internal referrals, according to TalentNest. Get started now at Indeed.com/HEALTH.  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalHealthDailyDietNutritionFitness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Crystal Karges talks about how the diet industry is hurting moms Episode 1877: Diet Culture: How the Diet Industry is Hurting Moms by Crystal Karges Crystal Karges is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and mama of five specializing in intuitive eating for mothers and families. She's passionately committed to helping you and your children enjoy freedom with food as a family. She helps overwhelmed mamas ditch diet culture for good and heal their relationships with food and their bodies so they can confidently raise intuitive eaters and enjoy eating together as a family again. Because when mothers thrive, families flourish. The original post is located here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/killing-us-softly-how-diet-culture-is-sabotaging-motherhood  Indeed, the number one source of hires in the U.S., delivers 1.5x more hires than even internal referrals, according to TalentNest. Get started now at Indeed.com/HEALTH.  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalHealthDailyDietNutritionFitness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Crystal Karges shares why she starved herself and other eating disorder facts Episode 1858: Why I Starved Myself and Other Eating Disorder Facts by Crystal Karges Crystal Karges is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and mama of five specializing in intuitive eating for mothers and families. She's passionately committed to helping you and your children enjoy freedom with food as a family. She helps overwhelmed mamas ditch diet culture for good and heal their relationships with food and their bodies so they can confidently raise intuitive eaters and enjoy eating together as a family again. Because when mothers thrive, families flourish. The original post is located here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/i-didnt-mean-to-starve-myself-and-other-eating-disorder-facts  Indeed, the number one source of hires in the U.S., delivers 1.5x more hires than even internal referrals, according to TalentNest. Get started now at Indeed.com/HEALTH.  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com To get a 5 days of unlimited access and an additional 20% discount on the annual subscription, join Shortform through my special link, shortform.com/health Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalHealthDailyDietNutritionFitness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Crystal Karges shares why she starved herself and other eating disorder facts Episode 1858: Why I Starved Myself and Other Eating Disorder Facts by Crystal Karges Crystal Karges is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and mama of five specializing in intuitive eating for mothers and families. She's passionately committed to helping you and your children enjoy freedom with food as a family. She helps overwhelmed mamas ditch diet culture for good and heal their relationships with food and their bodies so they can confidently raise intuitive eaters and enjoy eating together as a family again. Because when mothers thrive, families flourish. The original post is located here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/i-didnt-mean-to-starve-myself-and-other-eating-disorder-facts  Indeed, the number one source of hires in the U.S., delivers 1.5x more hires than even internal referrals, according to TalentNest. Get started now at Indeed.com/HEALTH.  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com To get a 5 days of unlimited access and an additional 20% discount on the annual subscription, join Shortform through my special link, shortform.com/health Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalHealthDailyDietNutritionFitness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Crystal Karges shares 10 things she's learned about love in a decade of marriage Episode 1450: 10 Things I Have Learned About Love in a Decade of Marriage by Crystal Karges Crystal Karges is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and mama of five specializing in intuitive eating for mothers and families. She's passionately committed to helping you and your children enjoy freedom with food as a family. She helps overwhelmed mamas ditch diet culture for good and heal their relationships with food and their bodies so they can confidently raise intuitive eaters and enjoy eating together as a family again. Because when mothers thrive, families flourish. The original post is located here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/10-lessons-i-have-learned-about-love-in-a-decade-of-marriage  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalRelationshipsDailyMarriageParenting Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Crystal Karges helps you find your way out of a dieting spiral Episode 1837: Are You Stuck in a Dieting Death Spiral? Look For These Warning Signs by Crystal Karges Crystal Karges is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and mama of five specializing in intuitive eating for mothers and families. She's passionately committed to helping you and your children enjoy freedom with food as a family. She helps overwhelmed mamas ditch diet culture for good and heal their relationships with food and their bodies so they can confidently raise intuitive eaters and enjoy eating together as a family again. Because when mothers thrive, families flourish. The original post is located here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/are-you-stuck-in-a-dieting-death-spiral-look-for-these-warning-signs  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com  Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalHealthDailyDietNutritionFitness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Crystal Karges helps you find your way out of a dieting spiral Episode 1837: Are You Stuck in a Dieting Death Spiral? Look For These Warning Signs by Crystal Karges Crystal Karges is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and mama of five specializing in intuitive eating for mothers and families. She's passionately committed to helping you and your children enjoy freedom with food as a family. She helps overwhelmed mamas ditch diet culture for good and heal their relationships with food and their bodies so they can confidently raise intuitive eaters and enjoy eating together as a family again. Because when mothers thrive, families flourish. The original post is located here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/are-you-stuck-in-a-dieting-death-spiral-look-for-these-warning-signs  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com  Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalHealthDailyDietNutritionFitness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Crystal Karges helps parents prevent eating disorders in their children Episode 1430: Eating Disorder Awareness: What Parents Need to Know About Prevention by Crystal Karges Crystal Karges is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and mama of five specializing in intuitive eating for mothers and families. She's passionately committed to helping you and your children enjoy freedom with food as a family. She helps overwhelmed mamas ditch diet culture for good and heal their relationships with food and their bodies so they can confidently raise intuitive eaters and enjoy eating together as a family again. Because when mothers thrive, families flourish. The original post is located here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/can-i-prevent-my-child-from-developing-an-eating-disorder  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalRelationshipsDailyMarriageParenting Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Crystal Karges talks about how to encourage your kids to eat anything Episode 1413: Preventing The Chicken Nugget Diet: How to Raise a Child That Will Eat (Almost) Anything by Crystal Karges Crystal Karges is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and mama of five specializing in intuitive eating for mothers and families. She's passionately committed to helping you and your children enjoy freedom with food as a family. She helps overwhelmed mamas ditch diet culture for good and heal their relationships with food and their bodies so they can confidently raise intuitive eaters and enjoy eating together as a family again. Because when mothers thrive, families flourish. The original post is located here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/preventing-the-chicken-nugget-diet-how-to-raise-a-child-that-will-eat-almost-anything  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalRelationshipsDailyMarriageParenting Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Crystal Karges talks about why pregnancy and postpartum can trigger eating disorder relapse Episode 1293: Why Pregnancy and Postpartum Can Trigger Eating Disorder Relapse by Crystal Karges on Health Tips For Moms Crystal Karges is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and mama of five specializing in intuitive eating for mothers and families. She's passionately committed to helping you and your children enjoy freedom with food as a family. She helps overwhelmed mamas ditch diet culture for good and heal their relationships with food and their bodies so they can confidently raise intuitive eaters and enjoy eating together as a family again. Because when mothers thrive, families flourish. The original post is located here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/why-pregnancy-and-postpartum-can-trigger-eating-disorder-relapse  Noom Mood guides you to mental wellness one step at a time, 10 minutes per day. Sign up for your trial at Noom.com/ORD Head over to verygoodbutchers.com, and use the code “Optimal” at checkout for 20% off on their butcher shop quality plant-based meats. Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalRelationshipsDailyMarriageParenting Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Crystal Karges helps you trust your body during pregnancy Episode 1676: Weight Gain, Cravings, and Hunger - Oh, My! How to Trust Your Body During Pregnancy by Crystal Karges Crystal Karges is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and mama of five specializing in intuitive eating for mothers and families. She's passionately committed to helping you and your children enjoy freedom with food as a family. She helps overwhelmed mamas ditch diet culture for good and heal their relationships with food and their bodies so they can confidently raise intuitive eaters and enjoy eating together as a family again. Because when mothers thrive, families flourish. The original post is located here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/weight-gain-cravings-and-hunger-oh-my-how-to-trust-your-body-during-pregnancy  If you or someone you love has Type 2 diabetes, take control of glucose levels with Pendulum Glucose Control. Use code OHD at Pendulumlife.com to get 20% off your first month of membership Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com  Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalHealthDailyDietNutritionFitness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Crystal Karges helps you trust your body during pregnancy Episode 1676: Weight Gain, Cravings, and Hunger - Oh, My! How to Trust Your Body During Pregnancy by Crystal Karges Crystal Karges is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and mama of five specializing in intuitive eating for mothers and families. She's passionately committed to helping you and your children enjoy freedom with food as a family. She helps overwhelmed mamas ditch diet culture for good and heal their relationships with food and their bodies so they can confidently raise intuitive eaters and enjoy eating together as a family again. Because when mothers thrive, families flourish. The original post is located here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/weight-gain-cravings-and-hunger-oh-my-how-to-trust-your-body-during-pregnancy  If you or someone you love has Type 2 diabetes, take control of glucose levels with Pendulum Glucose Control. Use code OHD at Pendulumlife.com to get 20% off your first month of membership Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com  Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalHealthDailyDietNutritionFitness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Crystal Karges shares a message for mothers who are focused on raising healthy children Episode 1271: To the Mama Who Just Wants to Raise Healthy Kids by Crystal Karges on Finding The Joy In Nourishment Crystal Karges is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and mama of five specializing in intuitive eating for mothers and families. She's passionately committed to helping you and your children enjoy freedom with food as a family. She helps overwhelmed mamas ditch diet culture for good and heal their relationships with food and their bodies so they can confidently raise intuitive eaters and enjoy eating together as a family again. Because when mothers thrive, families flourish. The original post is located here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/to-the-mama-who-just-wants-to-raise-healthy-kids  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalRelationshipsDailyMarriageParenting Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Crystal Karges helps you build healthy habits for kids with a feeding schedule Episode 1658: Build Healthy Habits For Kids With a Feeding Schedule by Crystal Karges on Raising Healthy Children Advice Crystal Karges is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and mama of five specializing in intuitive eating for mothers and families. She's passionately committed to helping you and your children enjoy freedom with food as a family. She helps overwhelmed mamas ditch diet culture for good and heal their relationships with food and their bodies so they can confidently raise intuitive eaters and enjoy eating together as a family again. Because when mothers thrive, families flourish. The original post is located here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/this-is-why-you-need-a-meal-schedule-to-raise-healthy-eaters  Indeed, the number one source of hires in the U.S., delivers 1.5x more hires than even internal referrals, according to TalentNest. Get started now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at Indeed.com/HEALTH. Offer valid through March 31st Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com  Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalHealthDailyDietNutritionFitness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Crystal Karges helps you build healthy habits for kids with a feeding schedule Episode 1658: Build Healthy Habits For Kids With a Feeding Schedule by Crystal Karges on Raising Healthy Children Advice Crystal Karges is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and mama of five specializing in intuitive eating for mothers and families. She's passionately committed to helping you and your children enjoy freedom with food as a family. She helps overwhelmed mamas ditch diet culture for good and heal their relationships with food and their bodies so they can confidently raise intuitive eaters and enjoy eating together as a family again. Because when mothers thrive, families flourish. The original post is located here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/this-is-why-you-need-a-meal-schedule-to-raise-healthy-eaters  Indeed, the number one source of hires in the U.S., delivers 1.5x more hires than even internal referrals, according to TalentNest. Get started now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at Indeed.com/HEALTH. Offer valid through March 31st Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com  Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalHealthDailyDietNutritionFitness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Crystal Karges talks to mothers about why their child's health starts with them Episode 1250: Why Your Child's Health Starts With You by Crystal Karges on Prioritizing Self-Care in Motherhood Crystal Karges is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and mama of five specializing in intuitive eating for mothers and families. She's passionately committed to helping you and your children enjoy freedom with food as a family. She helps overwhelmed mamas ditch diet culture for good and heal their relationships with food and their bodies so they can confidently raise intuitive eaters and enjoy eating together as a family again. Because when mothers thrive, families flourish. The original post is located here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/why-your-childs-health-starts-with-you  Noom Mood guides you to mental wellness one step at a time, 10 minutes per day. Sign up for your trial at Noom.com/ORD Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalRelationshipsDailyMarriageParenting Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Crystal Karges talks about why she ditched the scale for good, and why you should too. This is part 2 of 2. Episode 1619: [Part 2] Weight Tracker: Why I Ditched the Scale For Good (and You Can, Too) by Crystal Karges Crystal Karges is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and mama of five specializing in intuitive eating for mothers and families. She's passionately committed to helping you and your children enjoy freedom with food as a family. She helps overwhelmed mamas ditch diet culture for good and heal their relationships with food and their bodies so they can confidently raise intuitive eaters and enjoy eating together as a family again. Because when mothers thrive, families flourish. The original post is located here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/weight-tracker-why-i-ditched-the-scale-for-good-and-you-can-too  Indeed, the number one source of hires in the U.S., delivers 1.5x more hires than even internal referrals, according to TalentNest. Get started now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at Indeed.com/HEALTH. Offer valid through December 31st Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com  Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalHealthDailyDietNutritionFitness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Crystal Karges talks about why she ditched the scale for good, and why you should too. This is part 2 of 2. Episode 1619: [Part 2] Weight Tracker: Why I Ditched the Scale For Good (and You Can, Too) by Crystal Karges Crystal Karges is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and mama of five specializing in intuitive eating for mothers and families. She's passionately committed to helping you and your children enjoy freedom with food as a family. She helps overwhelmed mamas ditch diet culture for good and heal their relationships with food and their bodies so they can confidently raise intuitive eaters and enjoy eating together as a family again. Because when mothers thrive, families flourish. The original post is located here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/weight-tracker-why-i-ditched-the-scale-for-good-and-you-can-too  Indeed, the number one source of hires in the U.S., delivers 1.5x more hires than even internal referrals, according to TalentNest. Get started now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at Indeed.com/HEALTH. Offer valid through December 31st Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com  Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalHealthDailyDietNutritionFitness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Crystal Karges talks about why she ditched the scale for good, and why you should too. This is part 1 of 2. Episode 1618: [Part 1] Weight Tracker: Why I Ditched the Scale For Good (and You Can, Too) by Crystal Karges Crystal Karges is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and mama of five specializing in intuitive eating for mothers and families. She's passionately committed to helping you and your children enjoy freedom with food as a family. She helps overwhelmed mamas ditch diet culture for good and heal their relationships with food and their bodies so they can confidently raise intuitive eaters and enjoy eating together as a family again. Because when mothers thrive, families flourish. The original post is located here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/weight-tracker-why-i-ditched-the-scale-for-good-and-you-can-too  Indeed, the number one source of hires in the U.S., delivers 1.5x more hires than even internal referrals, according to TalentNest. Get started now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at Indeed.com/HEALTH. Offer valid through December 31st Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com  Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalHealthDailyDietNutritionFitness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Crystal Karges talks about why she ditched the scale for good, and why you should too. This is part 1 of 2. Episode 1618: [Part 1] Weight Tracker: Why I Ditched the Scale For Good (and You Can, Too) by Crystal Karges Crystal Karges is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and mama of five specializing in intuitive eating for mothers and families. She's passionately committed to helping you and your children enjoy freedom with food as a family. She helps overwhelmed mamas ditch diet culture for good and heal their relationships with food and their bodies so they can confidently raise intuitive eaters and enjoy eating together as a family again. Because when mothers thrive, families flourish. The original post is located here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/weight-tracker-why-i-ditched-the-scale-for-good-and-you-can-too  Indeed, the number one source of hires in the U.S., delivers 1.5x more hires than even internal referrals, according to TalentNest. Get started now with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at Indeed.com/HEALTH. Offer valid through December 31st Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com  Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalHealthDailyDietNutritionFitness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this last episode for 2021, I'm exploring the world of kids and snacking.  Crystal Karges and I dive into everything parents want to know about kids and snacks. We chat about the usual, "normal" snacking stuff that makes parents nuts and explore what to do when your child may be sneaking food.  What do you do if you want to raise an intuitive eater but it seems like your kid's diet is 90% Goldfish and cookies?  Why are our kids so drawn to snacks?  What is the building blocks to a "better" snack option, while also keeping in mind the things our kids love like cookies and candy?  How do you deal with finding hidden wrappers or witnessing your child sneaking food?  If our child is sneaking food, what are some of the top reasons this is happening?  How can we be proactive in preventing food sneaking and shame wrapped around the foods our kids enjoy?  So many of us have dealt with disordered eating most of our life. We don't want our children to deal with shame and guilt around food.  Yet we also have concerns over the typical "kid diet" and aren't sure how to navigate structure and nutrition while trying to raise an intuitive eater.  Check out the episode as I know Crystal will have answers to so many of your questions!  Mentioned in this episode:  Crystal's "Lift the Shame" support group: Lift the Shame: https://www.crystalkarges.com/lift-the-shame-online-support-group Crystal's website: www.CrystalKarges.com Check out her blog or on Instagram @crystalkarges!!   Are you looking for some simple advice to get started with healing your relationship with food?  Grab my free workbook: 5 Steps to Ditch Diets!! ***** If you love the show, please leave a rating and review on Apple podcasts! Please go to iTunes and leave a rating and review!! ***** Would you like to work with me 1:1? You can schedule a  complimentary 20-minute Zoom with me to let me know what you are struggling with and determine if I am a good fit for you!  

Crystal Karges talks about how to live a non-diet life in a diet culture Episode 1560: How to Live a Non-Diet Life in a Diet Culture by Crystal Karges on Mental Health & Healthy Living Crystal Karges is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and mama of five specializing in intuitive eating for mothers and families. She's passionately committed to helping you and your children enjoy freedom with food as a family. She helps overwhelmed mamas ditch diet culture for good and heal their relationships with food and their bodies so they can confidently raise intuitive eaters and enjoy eating together as a family again. Because when mothers thrive, families flourish. The original post is located here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/how-to-live-a-non-diet-life-in-a-diet-culture  Pendulum Therapeutics is the first and only biotech company to isolate an important beneficial bacterial strain and put that strain into a convenient new probiotic-rich capsule that is formulated to help manage Type 2 diabetes and nurture your body's microbiome. Use code OHD at Pendulumlife.com to get 20% off all products InsideTracker's patented algorithm analyzes your biometric data and offers you a clearer picture than you've ever had before of what's going on inside your body. For a limited time, get 25 percent OFF the entire InsideTracker store! Go to InsideTracker.com/OHD to get your discount code and to start using InsideTracker today. Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com  Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalHealthDailyDietNutritionFitness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Crystal Karges talks about how to live a non-diet life in a diet culture Episode 1560: How to Live a Non-Diet Life in a Diet Culture by Crystal Karges on Mental Health & Healthy Living Crystal Karges is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and mama of five specializing in intuitive eating for mothers and families. She's passionately committed to helping you and your children enjoy freedom with food as a family. She helps overwhelmed mamas ditch diet culture for good and heal their relationships with food and their bodies so they can confidently raise intuitive eaters and enjoy eating together as a family again. Because when mothers thrive, families flourish. The original post is located here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/how-to-live-a-non-diet-life-in-a-diet-culture  Pendulum Therapeutics is the first and only biotech company to isolate an important beneficial bacterial strain and put that strain into a convenient new probiotic-rich capsule that is formulated to help manage Type 2 diabetes and nurture your body's microbiome. Use code OHD at Pendulumlife.com to get 20% off all products InsideTracker's patented algorithm analyzes your biometric data and offers you a clearer picture than you've ever had before of what's going on inside your body. For a limited time, get 25 percent OFF the entire InsideTracker store! Go to InsideTracker.com/OHD to get your discount code and to start using InsideTracker today. Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com  Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalHealthDailyDietNutritionFitness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Crystal Karges helps you overcome an unhealthy relationship with food Episode 1541: Overcoming an Unhealthy Relationship With Food by Crystal Karges on Diet Culture & Healthy Nutrition Living Crystal Karges is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and mama of five specializing in intuitive eating for mothers and families. She's passionately committed to helping you and your children enjoy freedom with food as a family. She helps overwhelmed mamas ditch diet culture for good and heal their relationships with food and their bodies so they can confidently raise intuitive eaters and enjoy eating together as a family again. Because when mothers thrive, families flourish. The original post is located here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/overcoming-an-unhealthy-relationship-with-food  InsideTracker's patented algorithm analyzes your biometric data and offers you a clearer picture than you've ever had before of what's going on inside your body. For a limited time, get 25 percent OFF the entire InsideTracker store! Go to InsideTracker.com/OHD to get your discount code and to start using InsideTracker today. Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalHealthDailyDietNutritionFitness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Crystal Karges helps you overcome an unhealthy relationship with food Episode 1541: Overcoming an Unhealthy Relationship With Food by Crystal Karges on Diet Culture & Healthy Nutrition Living Crystal Karges is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and mama of five specializing in intuitive eating for mothers and families. She's passionately committed to helping you and your children enjoy freedom with food as a family. She helps overwhelmed mamas ditch diet culture for good and heal their relationships with food and their bodies so they can confidently raise intuitive eaters and enjoy eating together as a family again. Because when mothers thrive, families flourish. The original post is located here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/overcoming-an-unhealthy-relationship-with-food  InsideTracker's patented algorithm analyzes your biometric data and offers you a clearer picture than you've ever had before of what's going on inside your body. For a limited time, get 25 percent OFF the entire InsideTracker store! Go to InsideTracker.com/OHD to get your discount code and to start using InsideTracker today. Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalHealthDailyDietNutritionFitness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Crystal Karges talks to mothers about how to accept their bodies through the changes of motherhood. Episode 1118: Body Acceptance: Accepting Your Body Through the Changes of Motherhood by Crystal Karges on Body Image For Moms Crystal Karges is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and mama of five specializing in intuitive eating for mothers and families. She's passionately committed to helping you and your children enjoy freedom with food as a family. She helps overwhelmed mamas ditch diet culture for good and heal their relationships with food and their bodies so they can confidently raise intuitive eaters and enjoy eating together as a family again. Because when mothers thrive, families flourish. The original post is located here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/body-acceptance-accepting-your-body-through-the-changes-of-motherhood   Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com  Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalRelationshipsDailyMarriageParenting Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Crystal Karges helps you learn how to tune in to your hunger and fullness cues Episode 1508: Learn How to Tune in to Your Hunger and Fullness Cues by Crystal Karges on Learning How To Trust Your Body Crystal Karges is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and mama of five specializing in intuitive eating for mothers and families. She's passionately committed to helping you and your children enjoy freedom with food as a family. She helps overwhelmed mamas ditch diet culture for good and heal their relationships with food and their bodies so they can confidently raise intuitive eaters and enjoy eating together as a family again. Because when mothers thrive, families flourish. The original post is located here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/learn-how-to-tune-in-to-your-hunger-and-fullness-cues  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com  Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalHealthDailyDietNutritionFitness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Crystal Karges helps you learn how to tune in to your hunger and fullness cues Episode 1508: Learn How to Tune in to Your Hunger and Fullness Cues by Crystal Karges on Learning How To Trust Your Body Crystal Karges is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and mama of five specializing in intuitive eating for mothers and families. She's passionately committed to helping you and your children enjoy freedom with food as a family. She helps overwhelmed mamas ditch diet culture for good and heal their relationships with food and their bodies so they can confidently raise intuitive eaters and enjoy eating together as a family again. Because when mothers thrive, families flourish. The original post is located here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/learn-how-to-tune-in-to-your-hunger-and-fullness-cues  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com  Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalHealthDailyDietNutritionFitness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Crystal Karges tells mothers why they don't have to "earn" their food Episode 1096: No Mama, You Don't Have to "Earn" Your Food, and This is Why by Crystal Karges on Eating Mindset For Moms Crystal Karges is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and mama of five specializing in intuitive eating for mothers and families. She's passionately committed to helping you and your children enjoy freedom with food as a family. She helps overwhelmed mamas ditch diet culture for good and heal their relationships with food and their bodies so they can confidently raise intuitive eaters and enjoy eating together as a family again. Because when mothers thrive, families flourish. The original post is located here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/no-mama-you-dont-have-to-earn-your-food-and-this-is-why  Please Rate & Review the Show!  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group  Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalRelationshipsDailyMarriageParenting Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Crystal Karges tells mothers why they don't have to "earn" their food Episode 1096: No Mama, You Don't Have to "Earn" Your Food, and This is Why by Crystal Karges on Eating Mindset For Moms Crystal Karges is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and mama of five specializing in intuitive eating for mothers and families. She's passionately committed to helping you and your children enjoy freedom with food as a family. She helps overwhelmed mamas ditch diet culture for good and heal their relationships with food and their bodies so they can confidently raise intuitive eaters and enjoy eating together as a family again. Because when mothers thrive, families flourish. The original post is located here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/no-mama-you-dont-have-to-earn-your-food-and-this-is-why Please Rate & Review the Show! Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalRelationshipsDailyMarriageParenting

Crystal Karges talks about how to create healthy dietary habits for children. This is part 2 of 2. Episode 1481: [Part 2] Instead of a Diet for Kids These Healthy Habits Create Real Change by Crystal Karges Crystal Karges is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and mama of five specializing in intuitive eating for mothers and families. She's passionately committed to helping you and your children enjoy freedom with food as a family. She helps overwhelmed mamas ditch diet culture for good and heal their relationships with food and their bodies so they can confidently raise intuitive eaters and enjoy eating together as a family again. Because when mothers thrive, families flourish. The original post is located here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/instead-of-a-diet-for-kids-these-healthy-habits-create-real-change  Apple Vacations packages include roundtrip airfare, hotel accommodations, meals, drinks, entertainment, and tips. For a limited time, you can use promo code SAND75 and take $75 off your stay at Live Aqua in Cancun or Punta Cana. Go to AppleVacations.com/optimal-health-daily to get this deal to your favorite Live Aqua resort. Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalHealthDailyDietNutritionFitness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Crystal Karges talks about how to create healthy dietary habits for children. This is part 2 of 2. Episode 1481: [Part 2] Instead of a Diet for Kids These Healthy Habits Create Real Change by Crystal Karges Crystal Karges is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and mama of five specializing in intuitive eating for mothers and families. She's passionately committed to helping you and your children enjoy freedom with food as a family. She helps overwhelmed mamas ditch diet culture for good and heal their relationships with food and their bodies so they can confidently raise intuitive eaters and enjoy eating together as a family again. Because when mothers thrive, families flourish. The original post is located here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/instead-of-a-diet-for-kids-these-healthy-habits-create-real-change  Apple Vacations packages include roundtrip airfare, hotel accommodations, meals, drinks, entertainment, and tips. For a limited time, you can use promo code SAND75 and take $75 off your stay at Live Aqua in Cancun or Punta Cana. Go to AppleVacations.com/optimal-health-daily to get this deal to your favorite Live Aqua resort. Please Rate & Review the Show! Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group  Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalHealthDailyDietNutritionFitness

Crystal Karges talks about how to create healthy dietary habits for children. This is part 1 of 2. Episode 1480: [Part 1] Instead of a Diet for Kids These Healthy Habits Create Real Change by Crystal Karges Crystal Karges is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and mama of five specializing in intuitive eating for mothers and families. She's passionately committed to helping you and your children enjoy freedom with food as a family. She helps overwhelmed mamas ditch diet culture for good and heal their relationships with food and their bodies so they can confidently raise intuitive eaters and enjoy eating together as a family again. Because when mothers thrive, families flourish. The original post is located here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/instead-of-a-diet-for-kids-these-healthy-habits-create-real-change  Apple Vacations packages include roundtrip airfare, hotel accommodations, meals, drinks, entertainment, and tips. For a limited time, you can use promo code SAND75 and take $75 off your stay at Live Aqua in Cancun or Punta Cana. Go to AppleVacations.com/optimal-health-daily to get this deal to your favorite Live Aqua resort. Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalHealthDailyDietNutritionFitness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Crystal Karges talks about how to create healthy dietary habits for children. This is part 1 of 2. Episode 1480: [Part 1] Instead of a Diet for Kids These Healthy Habits Create Real Change by Crystal Karges Crystal Karges is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and mama of five specializing in intuitive eating for mothers and families. She's passionately committed to helping you and your children enjoy freedom with food as a family. She helps overwhelmed mamas ditch diet culture for good and heal their relationships with food and their bodies so they can confidently raise intuitive eaters and enjoy eating together as a family again. Because when mothers thrive, families flourish. The original post is located here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/instead-of-a-diet-for-kids-these-healthy-habits-create-real-change  Apple Vacations packages include roundtrip airfare, hotel accommodations, meals, drinks, entertainment, and tips. For a limited time, you can use promo code SAND75 and take $75 off your stay at Live Aqua in Cancun or Punta Cana. Go to AppleVacations.com/optimal-health-daily to get this deal to your favorite Live Aqua resort. Please Rate & Review the Show! Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group  Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalHealthDailyDietNutritionFitness

Crystal Karges shares 5 reasons why you need to ditch your scale Episode 1457: 5 Reasons You Need To Ditch Your Scale by Crystal Karges on Ways to Redefine Your Health Crystal Karges is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and mama of five specializing in intuitive eating for mothers and families. She's passionately committed to helping you and your children enjoy freedom with food as a family. She helps overwhelmed mamas ditch diet culture for good and heal their relationships with food and their bodies so they can confidently raise intuitive eaters and enjoy eating together as a family again. Because when mothers thrive, families flourish. The original post is located here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/5-reasons-you-need-to-ditch-your-scale  Apple Vacations packages include roundtrip airfare, hotel accommodations, meals, drinks, entertainment, and tips. For a limited time, you can use promo code SAND75 and take $75 off your stay at Live Aqua in Cancun or Punta Cana. Go to AppleVacations.com/optimal-health-daily to get this deal to your favorite Live Aqua resort. Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalHealthDailyDietNutritionFitness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Crystal Karges shares 5 reasons why you need to ditch your scale Episode 1457: 5 Reasons You Need To Ditch Your Scale by Crystal Karges on Ways to Redefine Your Health Crystal Karges is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and mama of five specializing in intuitive eating for mothers and families. She's passionately committed to helping you and your children enjoy freedom with food as a family. She helps overwhelmed mamas ditch diet culture for good and heal their relationships with food and their bodies so they can confidently raise intuitive eaters and enjoy eating together as a family again. Because when mothers thrive, families flourish. The original post is located here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/5-reasons-you-need-to-ditch-your-scale  Apple Vacations packages include roundtrip airfare, hotel accommodations, meals, drinks, entertainment, and tips. For a limited time, you can use promo code SAND75 and take $75 off your stay at Live Aqua in Cancun or Punta Cana. Go to AppleVacations.com/optimal-health-daily to get this deal to your favorite Live Aqua resort. Please Rate & Review the Show! Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group  Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts and join our online community: OLDPodcast.com/group Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalHealthDailyDietNutritionFitness

Crystal Karges shares 5 reasons why you need to ditch your scale Episode 1457: 5 Reasons You Need To Ditch Your Scale by Crystal Karges on Ways to Redefine Your Health Crystal Karges is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and mama of five specializing in intuitive eating for mothers and families. She's passionately committed to helping you and your children enjoy freedom with food as a family. She helps overwhelmed mamas ditch diet culture for good and heal their relationships with food and their bodies so they can confidently raise intuitive eaters and enjoy eating together as a family again. Because when mothers thrive, families flourish. The original post is located here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/5-reasons-you-need-to-ditch-your-scale Apple Vacations packages include roundtrip airfare, hotel accommodations, meals, drinks, entertainment, and tips. For a limited time, you can use promo code SAND75 and take $75 off your stay at Live Aqua in Cancun or Punta Cana. Go to AppleVacations.com/optimal-health-daily to get this deal to your favorite Live Aqua resort. Please Rate & Review the Show! Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts and join our online community: OLDPodcast.com/group Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalHealthDailyDietNutritionFitness

Crystal Karges, MS, RDN, IBCLC, is a Maternal Child Health Specialist, and Food & Body Image Coach for Mothers. Crystal is passionate about helping mothers build a peaceful relationship with food & their bodies so they can confidently feed themselves and their children, raise intuitive eaters and create a generation free from diet culture. Crystal is committed to providing holistic, compassionate, and evidence-based nutrition care to mothers and families worldwide through her online blog and virtual nutrition coaching practice. We discuss topics including: Crystal's entrance introduction into motherhood and being a lactation consultant Children are the best teachers Parenthood is about learning Risk factors for postpartum depression Achieving support and that there is not a “right” way to feed a baby _____________________ If you have any questions regarding the topics discussed on this podcast, please reach out to Robyn directly via email: rlgrd@askaboutfood.com You can also connect with Robyn on social media by following her on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn. If you enjoyed this podcast, please leave a review on iTunes and subscribe. Visit Robyn's private practice website where you can subscribe to her free monthly insight newsletter, and receive your FREE GUIDE “Maximizing Your Time with Those Struggling with an Eating Disorder”. For more information on Robyn's book “The Eating Disorder Trap”, please visit the Official "The Eating Disorder Trap" Website. “The Eating Disorder Trap” is also available for purchase on Amazon.

Crystal Karges discusses the difference between postpartum weigh loss and wellness Episode 1433: Why Postpartum Weight Loss Doesn't Mean Wellness by Crystal Karges on Postpartum Bodies and Weight Loss Crystal Karges is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and mama of five specializing in intuitive eating for mothers and families. She's passionately committed to helping you and your children enjoy freedom with food as a family. She helps overwhelmed mamas ditch diet culture for good and heal their relationships with food and their bodies so they can confidently raise intuitive eaters and enjoy eating together as a family again. Because when mothers thrive, families flourish. The original post is located here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/why-weight-loss-doesnt-mean-wellness-in-postpartum  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalHealthDailyDietNutritionFitness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Crystal Karges discusses the difference between postpartum weigh loss and wellness Episode 1433: Why Postpartum Weight Loss Doesn't Mean Wellness by Crystal Karges on Postpartum Bodies and Weight Loss Crystal Karges is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and mama of five specializing in intuitive eating for mothers and families. She's passionately committed to helping you and your children enjoy freedom with food as a family. She helps overwhelmed mamas ditch diet culture for good and heal their relationships with food and their bodies so they can confidently raise intuitive eaters and enjoy eating together as a family again. Because when mothers thrive, families flourish. The original post is located here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/why-weight-loss-doesnt-mean-wellness-in-postpartum  InsideTracker's patented algorithm analyzes your biometric data and offers you a clearer picture than you've ever had before of what's going on inside your body. For a limited time, get 25 percent OFF the entire InsideTracker store! Go to InsideTracker.com/OHD dot to get your discount code and to start using InsideTracker today. With Curex, you meet with a doctor online, via an easy telehealth consultation. Share your allergy history, take an allergy test at home, and receive your personalized prescription for sublingual allergy immunotherapy delivered to your door. Find out if you're a fit at GetCurex.com/OHD and get $75 off your first order with the code OHD. Please Rate & Review the Show! Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group  Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts and join our online community: OLDPodcast.com/group Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalHealthDailyDietNutritionFitness

Crystal Karges discusses the difference between postpartum weigh loss and wellness Episode 1433: Why Postpartum Weight Loss Doesn't Mean Wellness by Crystal Karges on Postpartum Bodies and Weight Loss Crystal Karges is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and mama of five specializing in intuitive eating for mothers and families. She's passionately committed to helping you and your children enjoy freedom with food as a family. She helps overwhelmed mamas ditch diet culture for good and heal their relationships with food and their bodies so they can confidently raise intuitive eaters and enjoy eating together as a family again. Because when mothers thrive, families flourish. The original post is located here: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/why-weight-loss-doesnt-mean-wellness-in-postpartum InsideTracker's patented algorithm analyzes your biometric data and offers you a clearer picture than you've ever had before of what's going on inside your body. For a limited time, get 25 percent OFF the entire InsideTracker store! Go to InsideTracker.com/OHD dot to get your discount code and to start using InsideTracker today. With Curex, you meet with a doctor online, via an easy telehealth consultation. Share your allergy history, take an allergy test at home, and receive your personalized prescription for sublingual allergy immunotherapy delivered to your door. Find out if you're a fit at GetCurex.com/OHD and get $75 off your first order with the code OHD. Please Rate & Review the Show! Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts and join our online community: OLDPodcast.com/group Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalHealthDailyDietNutritionFitness

As we talk about here often on Holding Space, it's not uncommon for our "own stuff" from our past to come up in our parenting journey. Our relationship with food and our relationship with our body is no different. In today's episode I am joined by my friend Crystal Karges. Crystal is a maternal child health specialist, food and body image coach for moms, and lactation consultant. She is passionate about helping moms ditch the diet culture, heal their relationships with food and their bodies and raise children who can trust, honor, and nourish their bodies. In this episode Crystal offers insights into how we can do our own work as parents to heal our relationships with food and our bodies through pregnancy, postpartum and beyond. You can learn more about Crystal at her Instagram, @crystalkarges.  ----- Looking for more support in preparing your family for postpartum or thriving in that first year with baby with video lessons on topics such as healing after birth, feeding baby, and emotional wellness? Click here to learn more about Prepared Postpartum and Flourish in the First Year.

As we talk about here often on Holding Space, it's not uncommon for our "own stuff" from our past to come up in our parenting journey. Our relationship with food and our relationship with our body is no different. In today's episode I am joined by my friend Crystal Karges. Crystal is a maternal child health specialist, food and body image coach for moms, and lactation consultant. She is passionate about helping moms ditch the diet culture, heal their relationships with food and their bodies and raise children who can trust, honor, and nourish their bodies. In this episode Crystal offers insights into how we can do our own work as parents to heal our relationships with food and our bodies through pregnancy, postpartum and beyond. You can learn more about Crystal at her Instagram, @crystalkarges. ----- Looking for more support in preparing your family for postpartum or thriving in that first year with baby with video lessons on topics such as healing after birth, feeding baby, and emotional wellness? Click here to learn more about Prepared Postpartum and Flourish in the First Year.

In today’s episode, Emily interviews child feeding expert and Registered Dietitian, Crystal Karges. They discuss concerning behaviors that your children may be having around sugar, what could be causing that, and how to handle it.   Where to find Crystal:  Blog: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crystalkarges/   Crystal’s resources mentioned in this episode: Free Guide: "5 Reasons Your Child is Obsessed With Sugar and How to End the Craze" Simply Sweets - Group Coaching Program for Parents Blog: "I’m a Dietitian and This is Why I Let My Kids Eat Candy For Breakfast"   Pre-sale on our Raising Confident Eaters course is happening now! Learn more at eatconfident.co/raisingconfidenteaters. Love the Eat with Confidence podcast and want MORE episodes? Join our Patreon community to get a monthly bonus episode + digital workbook. If you’d like more support + guidance in your process of becoming a Confident Eater, we’re here to help. Learn more about our group coaching program, Eat Confident Collective. If you like this episode, we’d love to hear from you! Take a screenshot, share it on Instagram, and tag us @eatconfident.co. We’re cheering you on, and we love knowing how the podcast is helping you! Subscribe + Review in iTunes Are you subscribed to the podcast? If not, we want to encourage you to do that today so you don't miss an episode! We'd also be so grateful if you'd leave us a review over on iTunes. Those reviews aren't just fun for us to read...they also help other people find the podcast. We'd love to hear how the podcast has helped you, and we appreciate you listening!

This topic is one I am so passionate about since I myself have found food freedom in only the last couple of years. But what really is this Intuitive Eating movement about? Why are you seeing so many people move away from diet culture? In my conversation today with  Registered Dietician Nutritionist & Intuitive Eating Counselor, Crystal Karges, we chat about all of that and more! I especially enjoyed talking about food as it relates to how we raise children today vs. when we were growing up in the 80s + 90s to have a healthier relationship towards food. Books And Resources Mentioned in the Episode: Ellyn Satter Institute: https://www.ellynsatterinstitute.org/Intuitive Eating Community: https://www.intuitiveeating.org/Intuitive Eating Book: https://amzn.to/2PhTuIeHealth at Every Size Book: https://amzn.to/3cUuP4JCrystal Karges on IG |  @CrystalKargeshttps://www.crystalkarges.comAshlyn Carter on IG |  @AshlynCarter

In Episode 17 of Spilling the Beans, we cover the subject of navigating the transition to motherhood. Amanda chats with Crystal Karges, MS, RDN, IBCLC about her personal journey with an eating disorder, some of the challenges that mothers face today, why transitioning to motherhood can be both a beautiful and challenging thing, the societal pressures of conforming your body postpartum, and so much. I gained so much valuable information from this episode and I know you will too. Links Mentioned: Intuitive Eating book * Intuitive Eating Workbook * Crystal's Instagram & Facebook Crystal's Website Crystal's Start With You Moms Facebook Group --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/spillingthebeans/support

Crystal Karges is a registered dietitian nutritionist and certified lactation consultant who specializes in maternal and child health, family wellness, intuitive eating, and eating and feeding disorders. In this episode Crystal and I talk about the aspects of pregnancy and postpartum that really don't get enough airtime in our culture. Like how weight is just one of many - MANY - factors that contribute to your ability to conceive, have a healthy pregnancy, or have a healthy baby. Throughout the conversation Crystal shares her own story with how constant weight and body centric conversations between doctors, friends, and yes, even complete strangers was extremely triggering as someone with a history of an eating disorder. She also stresses that you don't have to have a history of an eating disorder to find weight and body centric conversations triggering or traumatic. This narrative plays into the social pressures to “get your body back” after pregnancy and dieting becomes a coping mechanism for the stress and possible depression that can develop postpartum. Listen to our full conversation below to learn more about how you can advocate for yourself and how you can support the moms-to-be in your life. Resources Jessi's Free Intuitive Eating Audio Download BodyLove Project Premium Podcast Intuitive Eating Support Group Crystal's Website