#167: Raising Adventurous Eaters with Misha and Vicki Collins

Stephanie chats with Misha Collins from the hit TV show Supernatural and his wife, journalist, and historian Vicki Collins about their new book, The Adventurous Eater’s Club. They discuss how grounding family meals are for kids, struggles many parents face when trying to introduce healthy food and provide practical tips to reduce mealtime battles. They share how to welcome kids into the kitchen by inviting them to become adventurous cooks and lifelong food lovers.

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Topics Discussed:

• How even without a home, Misha always had a family dinner
• What happened when Misha and Vicki let their kids take the lead with food
• What cooking looks like when young kids take the lead
• The importance of creating your own family food guidelines
• Fun recipe ideas you can try at home 
• What Misha and Viciki want parents to know who are feeling frustrated with mealtime

Show Notes:

• Purchase the book, The Adventurous Eaters Club
• Find Misha on Instagram
• The Adventurous Eater’s Club website
• Misha's NY Times Article
• Click here to learn more about Dr. Elana Roumell’s Doctor Mom Membership, a membership designed for moms who want to be their child’s number one health advocate!
• Click here to learn more about Steph Greunke, RD’s online nutrition program and community, Postpartum Reset, an intimate private community and online roadmap for any mama (or mama-to-be) who feels stuck, alone, and depleted and wants to learn how to thrive in motherhood.

Misha Collins is known for starring in the longest running genre TV show, Supernatural, and his unique activism. His first book, The Adventurous Eaters Club, chronicles his family's adventures in food and their journey from stressful meals to joyful, healthy food.

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