Managing Mealtime Madness

Marita Radloff, MS, RDN, LD is a sports dietitian who believes in the no restriction approach for all. As a runner and triathlete herself, she knows how important it is to have nutrition dialed in for your training and racing. Marita believes that rigid diets don't work and she's dedicated to helping athletes at all levels hone in on their goals without having to count any calories. Marita is also a military spouse and lives in Omaha with her husband and three boys.

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NOTES:

• How Marita handles serving meals and snacks to three boys 5 and under by herself
•  Her system of deciding what to make each night based on a theme
• How she simplifies meal planning/grocery shopping with apps and notes feature
• Save time and mental energy by creating a list of loved recipes to make again
• Similarities and differences in feeding 3 boys and each of their eating styles
• Tips for reducing power struggles with feeding kids
• Always serving a safe food
• Taking feeding recommendations and personalizing them to your family and needs

Resources discussed:

• Half baked harvest cookbook
• Solid starts app
• Rise and Run cookbook -    Crispy peanut butter bars and  Savory muffins  recipes

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Meal prepping doesn’t have to mean spending all of Sunday in the kitchen! In this episode, we dive into six key strategies to make meal planning work for your unique family, lifestyle, and schedule. Whether it’s prepping ingredients, cooking in batches, or choosing no-think theme meals, small steps can make a big difference. I share my personal approach as a busy mom of three, plus tips on finding the right time to prep, using the “components method,” and planning around your week’s activities. If you’re looking for realistic, stress-free ways to make mealtime easier, this episode is for you!

Key Takeaways:
✔️ Meal prep looks different for every family—find what works for you.
✔️ Prepping ingredients (rather than full meals) can save time and reduce stress.
✔️ Consider your current season of life, kids' ages, and weekly schedule when planning.
✔️ Start small—prepping just two meals a week can be a game-changer!
✔️ Think about food safety—most meals last 3-4 days in the fridge, at most.
✔️ Always have a backup meal (hello, breakfast for dinner!).

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The Managing Mealtime Madness podcast is dedicated to helping parents navigate the ups and downs of feeding their families with less stress. Learn what to expect in future episodes, why mealtimes can feel so overwhelming, and how simple strategies can make a big difference. Whether you're dealing with picky eaters, meal planning struggles, or just trying to make family dinners happen as well as make them more enjoyable, you’re in the right place! 

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