Getting your child to eat their peas is half the battle at mealtimes. In her talk, Jenn will discuss the unspoken aspect of feeding children and will cover the importance of the feeding relationship, modeling and peer influence. She will uncover the harms of the “clean plate club†and compulsive snacking. Jennifer offers information on raising healthy children through what they eat and how they feel. Jenn Wood, RDN, began working for the Oregon State WIC program in 2014 after earning her degree in dietetics from San Francisco State University and completing her dietetic internship through Utah State University. Through her years at WIC Jennifer has counseled hundreds of families through early childhood feeding, including picky eating. She was drawn to the field of pediatric nutrition after learning the profound affects of maternal health and nutritional status on the life of the child. Jennifer further learned the importance of encouraging good eating for children in ways that build their confidence and self-esteem. In her TEDx talk, Jenn will discuss the unspoken aspect of feeding children and will cover the importance of the feeding relationship, modeling and peer influence. She hopes to enlighten parents and the community on the harms of the “clean plate club†and compulsive snacking. Jennifer offers information on raising healthy children through what they eat and how they feel. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx
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