Optimal Relationships Daily - Dating, Marriage and Parenting 2798: A Love Letter to Future Family Meals by Lisa Maxbauer Price with Life And Whim on Family Traditions
Nov 14, 2025
Transform mealtime from a chore to an adventure with sensory play and exploration. Embrace colorful ingredients and unique market finds to spark children's curiosity about food. Shift the focus from healthy eating to creating memorable experiences. Discover how playful cooking and hands-on preparation build comfort and reduce fear of trying new foods. Celebrate the journey of raising brave eaters while reconnecting with family traditions, making each meal a joyful experiment.
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Thanksgiving Dread Turned Teaching Moment
- Lisa dreaded Thanksgiving and procrastinated over tablescapes while her husband worried about the food.
- She felt cooking was a futile exercise because kids often ate only minutes of the meal.
Raising Eaters Is A Marathon
- Raising good eaters is a long-term project that requires a marathon mindset.
- Quick fixes and secretive strategies won't build lasting curiosity or eating habits.
Change The Dinner Conversation
- Change the conversation from 'eat it, it's good for you' to making meals memorable and exciting.
- Introduce funky-named produce to create bragging rights and curiosity in kids.