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Little Bites for Healthy Lives | Kids Nutrition, Healthy Living, Stress, Motherhood, Kids Health, Holistic HealthFood Talk Matters: Helping Your Kids Tune Out Peer Pressure | Episode 14Send us a textAs parents, we have a powerful influence over how our kids think about food — but so do their friends! In this episode of Little Bites for Healthy Lives, Dr. Dakota Felckowski dives into how we can shape positive conversations about food at home and equip our kids to navigate peer pressure when it comes to making healthy choices. You’ll learn simple strategies to encourage confidence and curiosity around trying new foods, while helping your child stay true to healthy habits, even when surrounded by less nutritious options. Tune in for practical tips to e...2025-03-2611 minLittle Bites for Healthy Lives | Kids Nutrition, Healthy Living, Stress, Motherhood, Kids Health, Holistic HealthThe Scoop on Poop: What Every Parent Should Know! | Episode 11Send us a textIs your child pooping enough? Believe it or not, regular, healthy bowel movements are essential for good appetite, better nutrition, and overall gut health. In this episode, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Dr. Dakota Felckowski breaks down constipation in kids and how it impacts their ability to eat well and feel their best. Plus, she introduces her "Choose Your Poo" guide to help parents identify whether their child’s pooping habits are on track. If you're struggling with mealtime battles, tummy troubles, or just want to support your child’s digestive health, this epis...2025-03-0515 minLittle Bites for Healthy Lives | Kids Nutrition, Healthy Living, Stress, Motherhood, Kids Health, Holistic HealthProtein-Packed Kid Lunches: Simple Meals in 5 Minutes or Less | Episode 5Send us a textIn episode 2 of our 4 part series Dr. Dakota Felckowski reveals simple and easy protein-packed lunch ideas for picky eaters—all ready in under 5 minutes! Whether you're in a rush or just need a quick solution, you'll learn how to create nutritious, protein-rich meals that your kids will actually eat. With these fast and fuss-free options, lunchtime stress will be a thing of the past. Tune in for practical tips and quick recipes to keep your little ones fueled and happy, without spending hours in the kitchen!Tune in to episode 1 of th...2025-01-2215 minLittle Bites for Healthy Lives | Kids Nutrition, Healthy Living, Stress, Motherhood, Kids Health, Holistic HealthWhy Food Matters: A Pediatric Nurse Practitioner’s Wake-Up Call | Episode 1Send us a textWelcome to the very first episode of Little Bites for Healthy Lives! I’m Dr. Dakota Felckowski, a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner and mom of two, and I’m so excited to share my journey with you.In this episode, I open up about why I left my job in pediatric primary care after realizing that true health starts with what’s on our kids’ plates. From managing my own kids eating preferences to seeing the transformative power of nutrient-rich diets, I’ll share the eye-opening moments that led me to create this podca...2025-01-0826 minLittle Bites for Healthy Lives | Kids Nutrition, Healthy Living, Stress, Motherhood, Kids Health, Holistic HealthIt’s Not Just You: Why Picky Eating and Mom Struggles Are More Normal Than You Think | Episode 2Send us a textAre you caught in the comparison trap, wondering if your child’s picky eating or your motherhood struggles are a sign you’re doing something wrong? In this episode, Dr. Dakota Felckowski dives into why so much of what we experience in motherhood—including picky eating—is completely normal. We’ll explore how silence and comparison create unnecessary stress and how opening up can help you feel more empowered. This is the reminder every mom needs: you’re not alone, and you’re doing better than you think! Plus, you'll want to stick around...2025-01-0811 min