

The Nourished Child
Jill Castle, MS, RDN — Pediatric Dietitian & Childhood Nutrition Expert
Raising a healthy eater shouldn't feel confusing or overwhelming. The Nourished Child is your trusted guide for child nutrition, feeding kids with confidence, and navigating real-life parenting challenges — from picky eating and food-focused kids to teen appetites, nutrient needs, young athletes, and raising children in all body sizes.
Hosted by Jill Castle — pediatric dietitian, author, and mom of four — this podcast blends practical feeding strategies with body-positive parenting, holistic child wellness, and the latest research on children's physical health and emotional wellbeing. Each episode helps you build healthy habits, support your child's relationship with food, protect their self-esteem, and create a family culture where children thrive at every size.
Whether you're dealing with an overweight child, a selective eater, a child who's always hungry, or you simply want to nurture healthy habits and positive body image, The Nourished Child offers the compassionate, evidence-informed guidance you need to raise a well-nourished, confident, resilient child — inside and out.
Hosted by Jill Castle — pediatric dietitian, author, and mom of four — this podcast blends practical feeding strategies with body-positive parenting, holistic child wellness, and the latest research on children's physical health and emotional wellbeing. Each episode helps you build healthy habits, support your child's relationship with food, protect their self-esteem, and create a family culture where children thrive at every size.
Whether you're dealing with an overweight child, a selective eater, a child who's always hungry, or you simply want to nurture healthy habits and positive body image, The Nourished Child offers the compassionate, evidence-informed guidance you need to raise a well-nourished, confident, resilient child — inside and out.
Episodes
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Sep 28, 2023 • 32min
Can Your Diet Be Healthy if You Eat Ultra-Processed Foods? with Julie Hess
Julie Hess shares how she planned a healthy diet pattern that meets the Dietary Guidelines for Americans using ultra-processed foods. Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog/

Sep 14, 2023 • 19min
The Inlaws: Eating, Feeding, Food and Kids' Bodies
Jill answers a listener's question about inlaws who constantly talk about nutrition, weight, and health when her toddler is around. Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog/

Aug 31, 2023 • 42min
Making Fruits and Vegetables Fun with Lori Taylor
Lori Taylor of The Produce Moms talks about making fruits and vegetables fun for kids. Get full information in the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog/

Aug 17, 2023 • 20min
A Meal and Snack Schedule Works for Kids...Period
One of the easiest things you can do to help your child be a better eater (and all the reasons why)! Get full information in the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog/

Aug 3, 2023 • 16min
Raw Milk vs. Pasteurized Milk
In the quest for sustainable, unprocessed food, the consumption of raw milk is increasing. But is it a good idea for kids? Get full information in the blog.

Jul 20, 2023 • 19min
Is Aspartame Bad for Kids?
Is aspartame bad for you? For your kids? Jill dives into the safety of aspartame for children and offers some strategies to ease your mind. Get full information in the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/is-aspartame-bad-for-you/

Jul 6, 2023 • 19min
Is It Safe for Kids to Lift Weights?
Strength training is safe for kids under certain conditions. Jill Castle breaks down whether or not kids can lift weights and considerations for parents. Get full show notes and information here: https://thenourishedchild.com/190.

Jun 22, 2023 • 11min
Is Prime Drink Okay for Kids?
Many kids are asking for Prime drink, but is it good for them? Jill Castle breaks down nutrition, safety, and other considerations about Prime. Get full show notes and information here: https://thenourishedchild.com/189.

Jun 8, 2023 • 18min
My Baby Won't Spoon Feed
My baby won't spoon feed! Jill Castle offers tips and advice for parents when their baby is refusing spoon feeding. Get full show notes and information here: https://thenourishedchild.com/188.

May 25, 2023 • 17min
It's a Wrap (+ Some Updates)
Jill Castle recaps Season 7 of The Nourished Child podcast and shares some announcements for parents and professionals. Get full show notes and information here: https://thenourishedchild.com/187.


