In this episode, I dive into a common challenge many parents face: how to handle your in-laws when they are overly focused and commenting on your kids' eating habits, nutrition, and body. We've all experienced family gatherings where mealtime conversations become a constant stream of discussions about food, diets, and body size, which can become quite overwhelming, especially when children are around.Let's explore strategies to navigate this delicate situation, emphasizing the importance of setting boundaries, aligning your parenting goals, and conveying kindness while promoting positive body image and healthy habits for your little ones. What You'll Learn About The In-laws: Eating, Feeding, Food, and Kids' Bodies: + Dealing with your in-laws' comments on nutrition and dieting+ The impact of family-based weight teasing+ Setting boundaries with in-laws regarding children's eating, health, and size + How to challenge views on nutrition and health+ Encouraging positive body image in children+ Challenging diet culture and weight stereotypes+ Balancing physical and emotional health in children// FeatureSign up for my FREE Newsletter, The Munchhttps://thenourishedchild.com/munchThe Shop @ The Nourished Childhttps://thenourishedchild.com/tnc-shop/On Grandparents Feeding Grandchildren with Dina Rose: https://thenourishedchild.com/grandparents-feeding-grandchildren-dina-roseA New Book is Coming! Get on the list to be the first to know when!https://thenourishedchild.com/size-wiseJills private practicehttps://jillcastle.com/pediatric-nutrition-practice// GOT QUESTIONS?Want your burning question answered in our podcast? Get the answers straight from Jill Castle. Drop your questions through this linkhttps://www.speakpipe.com/TheNourishedChildpodcast// Follow and Subscribe!Podcast Showhttps://thenourishedchild.com/itunesYouTubehttps://thenourishedchild.com/youtubeSpotifyhttps://thenourishedchild.com/spotifyApple Podcasthttps://thenourishedchild.com/applepodcastStitcherhttps://thenourishedchild.com/stitcherRSShttps://thenourishedchild.com/libsynrss// LinksLearn more about The Nourished Childhttps://thenourishedchild.com/about-usLearn more about Jill Castlehttps://jillcastle.com/about-jillListen to The Nourished Child Podcasthttps://jillcastle.com/podcast// Follow Jill on SocialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenourishedchildInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.nourished.childPinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/pediRDTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/pediRDLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillcastle/Note: This description may contain affiliate links to products I recommend as a pediatric dietitian and nutritionist. If you choose to use these links, this channel may earn affiliate commissions at no additional cost to you. I appreciate your support!Also, this channel provides general advice. It does not offer individualized nutrition interventions, instructions or counseling. Please consult with your primary healthcare provider with health concerns or for medical advice.