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Managing Mealtime Madness

Managing Mealtime Madness

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

© 2026 Managing Mealtime Madness
Arte Comida y Vino Higiene y Vida Saludable
Episodios
  • 36. Understanding Gluten-Free Diets with Whitney Stewart: Navigating Family Needs and Food Safety
    Mar 31 2026

    In this episode, Sarah interviews Whitney Stewart, a registered dietitian and celiac disease advocate. Whitney shares her personal and professional insights on managing gluten-free diets for families and kids. From diagnosis stories to navigating restaurant options, this conversation offers practical advice for parents and individuals alike.

    In this episode you’ll hear about:

    • Whitney’s journey with celiac disease and her background in clinical nutrition
    • Recognizing symptoms and getting diagnosed with celiac disease
    • Key sources of gluten and how to read labels effectively
    • Gluten-free eating tips for restaurants and social situations
    • The importance of a diverse, nutrient-rich diet and adding rather than restricting
    • Supporting children with gluten intolerance - from snacks to birthday parties
    • Addressing the gluten-free craze and misconceptions about health
    • Quick, healthy gluten-free meal ideas for busy families
    • Tips for overwhelmed parents facing new diagnoses and the importance of advocacy


    Follow Whitney on Instagram @whitnessnutrition

    Visit whitnessnutrition.com

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    40 m
  • 35. Busy Spring Season Hacks for Mealtimes: How to Manage Dinners During Busy Seasons
    Mar 16 2026

    Navigating spring sports season can be overwhelming for parents, especially juggling multiple kids, hectic schedules, and dinner logistics. In this episode, dietitian and mom Sarah Schlichter shares practical tips to streamline meal planning, embrace flexibility, and keep nutrition on track amidst the chaos.


    In this episode she discusses:

    • How to shift your mindset from perfection to practicality with family dinners
    • Strategies for scheduling and planning around unpredictable practice times
    • Quick and easy meal ideas for busy nights, including chaos dinners and batch cooking
    • Portable and on-the-go dinner options that align with sports schedules
    • The importance of involving kids in meal prep and packing snacks
    • Top pantry staples and freezer essentials for fast, nutritious meals
    • Tips for reducing mental load through predictability
    • How to make the most of frozen foods, convenience products, and smart prep to save time
    • Creative ways to incorporate nutrition into snacks and meals for active kids
    • Managing the chaos: back-up meal ideas and the value of flexibility and adaptability


    Want help planning meals for this week and beyond? Sign up for Sarah’s emails!


    Try Skout Bars as a great on the go snack!


    Recipes Mentioned in the Episode:

    26 One Pot Meals for Families During Busy Seasons

    High Protein Vanilla Cottage Cheese Fruit Dip

    2 Minute Chocolate Cottage Cheese Pudding

    Pizza Beans


    Amazon Links:

    Stasher Bags

    Elk & Friends Stainless Steel kids drinking cups


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    28 m
  • 34. A Dad's View on Infusing Culture and Feeding Kids with Tony Castillo, Sports Dietitian
    Mar 3 2026

    In today's episode, Tony Castillo shares his inspiring journey from childhood struggles with body image and dieting to becoming a sports performance dietitian. He discusses how cultural foods have shaped his family traditions and offers practical tips for parents to introduce and normalize these foods for children. Plus, insights on fostering intuitive eating, reducing meal-time stress, and encouraging dads to get involved in feeding their families with easy and actionable tips.

    In this episode you'll hear about:

    • Tony’s personal health journey from being overnight as a child to becoming a sports dietitian
    • The impact of parental dieting habits on children’s food perceptions
    • Incorporating cultural foods like plantains, yuca, and arepas into family meals
    • Strategies for exposing kids to new foods with stories and positive experiences
    • Balancing cultural foods with American convenience options
    • Introducing children to mindful eating and respecting hunger cues
    • Navigating meal-time stress and the importance of flexible routines
    • Tips for dads to participate in family meals and food preparation
    • Addressing body image and disordered eating in young athletes and active kids
    • Practical pre-game and post-game fueling ideas for youth athletes
    • Fostering food curiosity and cultural identity in children

    Follow Tony on Instagram here

    Have a listener question or feedback? Send me a text!

    Support the show

    Join the email list to get a list of easy popular family recipes and meal prep tips!


    Instagram | Blog Recipes

    Have a listener question or feedback? Send me a text!

    Support the show

    Join the email list to get a list of easy popular family recipes and meal prep tips!


    Instagram | Blog Recipes

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    36 m
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