Have the grandparents of the family been unsupportive of your Whole30 efforts with your kiddos? This is definitely an emotionally-charged issue, but Melissa Urban has some excellent advice and strategies for both the parents AND the grandparents for having this important conversation.
Kids and Family
Dear Melissa: My Whole30 Buddy is a Total Downer
Welcome to Dear Melissa, where I answer your questions about transitioning into or completing a Whole30, successfully sticking to your new healthy habits, and figuring out how to make this lifestyle work in the real world. Today, I’m talking to those of you with a Whole30 buddy who’s kind of bringing you down, and wondering what to do …
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Dear Melissa: I’m Worried About My Grandkids on the Whole30
We’re seeing so many families taking on a Whole30 together, kids and all, and we think that’s wonderful! However, If you’ve experienced some less-than-enthusiastic responses from other family members for attempting a family Whole30, check out Melissa Urban’s advice as she addresses the concerns of a grandmother on the value of her grandkids Whole30’ing alongside their parents.
Whole30 Success Story: Meet 16-year-old Katie S.
When we heard Katie’s story, we knew we had to share it. Her passion and enthusiasm shine through in her words. Her honesty will break your heart. We fell in love with this brave, tenacious, bubbly teen, and we know that her story will inspire those of you still in junior high or high school to consider using the Whole30 to change your life, and the lives of those around you.
Whole30 Success Story: The Millers’ Miracle
This testimonial from the Miller Family brought tears to our eyes. It’s not hard to imagine the frustration, fear, and pain the Millers felt knowing their 4-year-old son was in pain and struggling, but not knowing what they could do to help him. They graciously agreed to share their story in the hopes that their …
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Dear Melissa: Talking Whole30 with Friends and Family
Dear Melissa, Since completing a Whole30 in January 2013, I have been eating a (mostly) Whole30-inspired diet and have never felt better. My family and friends have noticed a difference and are always curious about my eating habits; however, I’m not sure the best way to lead them in the right direction without sounding self-righteous. …
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Dear Melissa: Grammy’s Feelings vs. the Whole30
Dear Melissa, I just completed my Whole30, and what a difference! I never thought I would find something that would have such an effect on me—it has totally changed everything! However, on Day 28, I was visiting my grandparents (they are in their mid-80s), whom I very rarely get to see. My grandmother made lunch, …
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A is for Awareness: Helping Your Kids Connect Food and Behavior
As outlined in It Starts With Food, the Whole30 has two parts: elimination and reintroduction. First, you completely eliminate potentially problematic foods for a full 30 days. Then, you reintroduce those foods and observe how they affect your digestion, energy, sleep, mood, skin, medical symptoms, and general health. The idea of a scientific reintroduction of …
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Good Food Kids: A Parent’s Plan for Dealing with Other People’s Food (Part Two)
By Robin Strathdee, who just told the school nurse that rice cereal every day for breakfast is not an acceptable choice for a kindergartner. Last time we chatted, we brainstormed a few strategies for dealing with what your kids eat when they’re away from home. But a strategy is no good if it doesn’t apply …
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