Melissa Guida-Richards

Melissa Guida-Richards, an adoption educator and author from Colombia, shares her personal journey of finding her heritage through food. Katja Rowell, a former family doctor and feeding expert, provides insights into the challenges adoptive and foster parents face regarding children's eating habits. They discuss the importance of mealtimes in creating a sense of safety and belonging for children entering care. Combining emotional narratives with practical strategies, the conversation tackles issues like food insecurity and trauma's impact on relationships with food.