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La nature de l'enfanceCapsule estivale #1 - Jeu libre, lenteur et douceur : un été qui fait du bien à toute la familleBienvenue dans cette première capsule estivale de La nature de l’enfance. Cet été, je vous propose une série de courtes réflexions audio — à écouter en marchant, en cuisinant, ou dans l'auto — pour nourrir votre regard sur l’enfance, avec simplicité et profondeur.Dans cette capsule, je vous invite à réfléchir à la pression (parfois invisible) de devoir « maximiser » les vacances familiales.Et si, au lieu de chercher à tout remplir, on laissait enfin de l’espace?Du temps pour jouer librement, pour s’ennuyer, pour se reconnecter… ensemble.☀️ On parle de :jeu libre et non s...2025-07-1005 min
make joy normal: cozy homeschoolingfan mail catch up!send us a text via Fan Mail!Just catching up on some fan mail over the last month or so, apologies for late replies my dear listeners! I'll produce a few episodes over the summer, but looking forward to attending to our family and having a little rest. 1:40 - Fanmail #1 : Toddler bangs head on the ground intentionally 11:50 - Fanmail #2 : Toddler is pushing bed time and won't go to sleep 20:24 - Fanmail #3 : Comment from a listener on a prior episode As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.2025-06-2523 min
Spoil Your BabyNourishing Both the Body & the Soul: feat. Dr. Deborah MacNamara | #18Food. Safety. Sleep… It’s Not as Simple As it Sounds. On today’s episode of the “Spoil Your Baby” Podcast, Dr. Greer Kirshenbaum is joined for a fantastic and enlightening conversation with counsellor, scientist, author, teacher, and Mother, Dr. Deborah MacNamara. Despite the many varying opinions you’ll hear in the world of parenting and psychology, one thing is indisputably true– your child needs you to provide them with Nourishment… Not just in the body, but also in the soul. Dr. Deborah MacNamara knows the importance of Nourishment at ev...2025-05-2130 min
The Parenting Coach PodcastS10|15 - Nourished with Dr. Deborah MacnamaraFeeding our kids has much more to do with relationship and connection- than it does with actual food. Connected and supportive family meals can be super simple, but lead to deep relationships, higher literacy and better digestion. Tune into our conversation on the podcast today, as I interview Dr. Deborah Macnamara, a Developmentalist and founder of Kid's Best Bet Counselling who makes sense of kids for the adults responsible for raising them. She "translates developmental science into practical love” according to Gabor Maté, through her work as a counselor, author, teacher, and researcher.In this episo...2025-04-2142 min
Robot UnicornHow To Be The Leader Your Child NeedsJess and Scott dive deep into what it means to be the leader your child truly needs—especially when faced with the challenge of raising kids who are often labelled as angry, defiant, or difficult. Whether you’re struggling with setting boundaries or simply seeking to understand your child’s emotional world, Jess and Scott provide a roadmap to help you lead with empathy, consistency, and a lot of heart. If you want to hear more about being the leader your child needs, check out our interviews with Dr. MacNamara and Dr. Neufeld: Beyond...2025-04-0737 minRobot UnicornBeyond Food: A New Way To Look At Picky Eating And Mealtimes with Dr. Deborah MacNamaraFriends, you don’t want to miss this episode. The one and only Dr. MacNamara joins Jess and Scott to dive deep into the topic of food.Discover why nourishment is far more than just calories—it’s about love, care, and the rituals that bring families together. Dr. MacNamara shares compelling research and personal stories that reveal how non-coercive, provider-led approaches can turn picky eating into a journey of growth and connection. Hear more from Dr. MacNamara in her books: Nourished: Connection, Food, and Caring for Our Kids (A...2025-03-241h 03
Latte and Laundry: A home for Catholic women, moms, and hearts + encouragement for your mighty motherhood205. Connecting with our kids: Food with Dr. Deborah MacNamara"My little children let us not love in word, neither in tongue, but in deed and in truth." 1 John 3:18 In this episode, we are continuing our Points of Connection series. Connecting with our children is one of the greatest desires of every momma. So, I wanted to explore the areas of everyday life that offer opportunities to pour into our children's hearts. This week I am joined by counselor, scientist, teacher, mother, and author, Dr. Deborah MacNamara. We discuss her latest book, "Nourished: Connection, Food, and Caring for our children (and everyone else we love)," an...2025-02-1833 min
Voices of Your Village311- Why Relationship is Key for Picky Eaters with Dr. Deborah MacNamara, PhDYou're listening to Voices of Your Village, and today I got to hang out with Dr. Deborah MacNamara. She is a dynamic speaker and best -selling author sought after for her expertise on human development, speaking at the United Nations and Dalai Lama Center for Peace and Education. She's the author of Rest, Play, Grow: Making Sense of Preschoolers and Nourished: Connection, Food, and Caring for Our Kids. Deborah is on the faculty at the Neufeld Institute and works alongside Gordon Neufeld to make sense of kids to the adults responsible for them. You might remember when we had Gordo...2024-11-211h 28
Boob to Food - The Podcast102 - Nourishing Connection and Family Meal Times with Dr. Deborah MacNamaraHow would you feel if you knew that the type of food you served your kids was not the most important thing for their health? Nor is the amount they eat either. Well, today's guest is will definitely have you breathing a sigh of relief. Dr. MacNamara’s wisdom is deeply reassuring, helping parents let go of feeding anxieties and embrace a more trusting, playful, and connected approach to family meals. Whether you’re navigating picky eating, sensitive kiddos, or mealtime chaos, this episode is packed with valuable insights and practical strategies to bring more ease and joy to the...2024-11-1957 minmake joy normal: cozy homeschoolingit’s a processsend us a text via Fan Mail!As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.1:29 - joy is a choice 4:36 - homeschooling out of love 8:14 - connecting with your child11:17 - being polite and friendly 14:44 - avoid pouncing on your kids 18:34 - developing relationshipsRest, Play, Grow by Deborah MacNamara (Amazon)Nourished: Connection, Food, and Caring for Our Kids by Deborah MacNamara (Amazon)Rest, Play, Grow: Interview with Dr. Deborah MacNamara (podcast)Nourished: an interview with Dr. Deborah MacNamara on her new b...2024-11-0820 min
Empowered to Connect Podcast[E198] Why Dr. Deborah MacNamara Says You Need to Feel Empty In Order to Feel FullOn today’s episode we had the biggest honor of sitting down with clinical counselor and developmental scientist, Dr. Deborah MacNamara! Trust us when we tell you that you do NOT want to miss this episode! Why?? Jesse and Dr. Deborah dive into some deep and pressing issues such as how attachment and food are related, what happens when behavior becomes bigger than connection, recipes for relationships, and even de-constructing the idea of “picky eaters”. You’ll learn, you’ll find encouragement, and you might even shed a few tears in this really informative and life-giving episode of the Empowered...2024-11-0549 min
The Child Psych PodcastHitting the Reset Button on Mealtimes with Dr. Deborah Macnamara, Episode #102In this sneakpeak of our summit, Dr. Macnamara walks us through how food is only one part of nourishment, yet it has consumed our focus and eclipsed the need for connection when feeding our families. The road to the stomach must go through the heart. In this interview, Dr. Macnamara gives us ideas on how to transfrom the chaos of mealtimes into a rich fusion of love, warmth, and emotional wellness. This interview is based on Dr. Macnamara's beautiful book "Nousished: Connection, Food, and Caring for our Kids." To find out more about Dr. Macnamara, visit: https://macnamara.ca2024-10-1645 min
Insatiable with Ali Shapiro, MSOD, CHHC280. What’s Missing From the “Emotional Eating” Conversation with Dr. Deborah MacNamaraHave you ever struggled with family dinners, comfort foods, or getting your kids to eat? Or do you feel like you should be working harder to change your own eating habits? If you answered yes, then this episode just might help you make life-changing connections that have been elusive for years.In this conversation with parenting expert Dr. Deborah MacNamara, we explore how food connects to our deep need for belonging, why there’s no such thing as a “picky eater,” and the many ways we can heal our relationships with food, fullness, and needing other people.2024-08-221h 09
KindlEDSeason 1 Top 10 | #3 Rest. Play. Grow. A Conversation with Dr. Deborah MacNamaraWe're continuing summer break with #3 of our Top 10 Season 1 episodes.Join Kaity and Adriane as they chat with Dr. Deborah McNamara, a clinical counselor and educator with more than 25 years of experience working with children, youth, and adults, who unpacks her book "Rest, Play, Grow." This episode also explores:the importance of providing a supportive environment that allows children to rest in the security of their attachments outdated behavioral methods that push for early independencehow true growth stems from strong relational foundationskids' unique developmental stagesthe concept of counterwillpractical strategies to foster cooperation and reduce con...2024-08-061h 11
Authentic ParentingWhat Does it Mean to Be Nourished? with Deborah MacNamara, PhDClinical counselor and educator Dr. Deborah MacNamara on how food has become divorced from attachment, how we make it so stressful, how food creates relationship issues and vice versa and why family meals are not the full answer. Also, how to handle picky eating, and treating feeding our children like we treat a bedtime routine. Her new book is Nourished: Connection, Food, and Caring for our Kids (and everyone else we love). LINKS AND RESOURCES Support the podcast by making a donation (suggested amount $15) 732-763-2576 call to leave a voicemail. info@authenticparenting.com Se...2024-07-0558 min
The Play Based Learning PodcastEP 65: Boredom and Play with Deborah MacNamaraDeborah MacNamara is a counselor, on Faculty at the Neufeld Institute and author of Rest Play Grow: Making Sense of Preschoolers (or anyone who acts like one), and Nourish: Connection, Food, and Caring for our Kids (and everyone else we love). Join Deborah and I as we tackle all things boredom.
Key Takeaways:
Boredom Boosts Creativity: Boredom fosters creativity and self-initiated play in children, encouraging imagination.
Parental and Educator Roles: Parents and educators should guide children through boredom, supporting their independence and self-entertainment.
Imaginative Play Benefits: Encouraging imaginative play with simple toys or self-created games enhances cr...2024-06-2430 min
Self Directed73: Deborah MacNamara | Nourished: Connection, Food, and Caring for Our KidsSend us a textDeborah MacNamara, author of "Nourished: Connection, Food, and Caring for Our Kids (And Everyone Else We Love)," emphasizes the importance of emotional and physical nourishment in child development. As a clinical counselor and educator, she is known for her work on emotional health and her previous book, "Rest, Play, Grow," which explores attachment-based developmental approaches influenced by Dr. Gordon Neufeld. Deborah is also on the faculty of the Neufeld Institute, helping families navigate parenting and child development.Food is more than fuel—it's the foundation of family bonds and cultural heritage. In...2024-06-2052 min
The Modern Ancestral Mamas PodcastEpisode 51: Behind the Mic: Corey and Christine reveal their “Roman Empire”Corey and I wanted to share our thoughts on the three, wonderful episodes we recorded with Mary Ruddick, Deborah Macnamara, and Sally Fallon Morell. We dove into the key takeaways from our conversations with each guest, explored how each episode resonated with our own personal parenting philosophies, and even shared a little behind the scenes snippets. Thank you for joining us on this behind-the-mic journey through our recent episodes. We hope you enjoyed gaining insight into our reflections and perspectives as we navigate the realms of modern parenting and ancestral wisdom. Leave us a review and tell us which...2024-04-101h 06
Leadership Where it Matters MostAttachment Theory & Practical Parenting Strategies w/ Deborah MacNamaraIn today’s episode, Brett is joined by leading international expert, Dr. Deborah MacNamara. She’s a counselor, with over 25 years of experience in mental health in educational studies. She’s a lecturer, having recently spoken at the Vatican and previously to the United Nations. She’s a mentor who provides support to parents, professionals, and educators. Dr. MacNamara specializes in relational development approach, which is based on the work of Dr. Gordon Neufeld and is about empowering parents to be experts of their children with every day questions and practical strategies. As a mother herself, she shares a...2024-03-2754 min
The Spread Love Movement Podcast#125 - Better Understanding & Caring for Our Kids with Dr. Deborah MacNamaraIG: @drdeborahmacnamaraWebsite: https://macnamara.ca/Linktree: https://linktr.ee/drdeborahmacnamaraNew Book: Nourished - Connection, Food, and Caring for Our Kids (and everyone else we love) Get it here--> https://macnamara.ca/nourished/Today’s guest helps grown-ups understand kids through relational and developmental science. Dr. Deborah MacNamara is a Developmental and Clinical Counselor. She’s also a teacher, guide and mother. As a trusted and experienced clinical counsellor for over 25 years in mental health and educational settings as well as private practice, Deborah serves as a le...2024-03-201h 12The Modern Ancestral Mamas PodcastEpisode 49: Nourished–Feeding Kids is Deeper than Just Food with Dr. Deborah MacNamaraIn this episode, we interviewed Dr. Deborah MacNamara, author of the book: Nourished–
She talks about how food has been divorced from connection and it was never meant to be this way. In today’s society, we are worrying too much about WHAT to feed our families and forgetting to focus on our relationships. If you are a mama struggling with obsessing over what to feed your child, this episode is a breath of fresh air and will empower you to feel confident in your choices and know that your relationship with your child supersedes the food they are eati...2024-03-131h 23
"Loosely Enlightened" with Kid Carson123 - Dr. Deborah MacNamara - Connecting with our kids through FoodKid chats with Dr. Deborah MacNamara, author of "Nourished: Connection, Food, and Caring for Our Kids (and everyone else we love.)”
This enlightening conversation explores the deep connection between nurturing our loved ones and the meals we share.
Discover insights on attachment, emotional resilience, and how caring extends beyond the dinner table. This episode is a treasure trove of wisdom on the power of care and connection in our daily lives.
Connect with Dr. Deborah on Instagram HERE
Find her b...2024-03-0842 min
Parenting with ImpactEp 152: Adapting as a Parent: How to Hold On While Letting GoDeborah MacNamara, a highly experienced developmentalist, brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the field of parenting and child development. With a PhD and years of working alongside renowned author Gordon Neufeld, she has dedicated her career to understanding how children grow and thrive. Deborah's extensive background in academia, counseling, and teaching has allowed her to deeply immerse herself in the study of human development for nearly two decades. As a faculty member at the esteemed Neufeld Institute, she continues to contribute to the field through her research, writing, and online presence. Drawing from her personal experiences with highly...2024-03-0629 min
The Science of MotherhoodEp 112. Dr Deborah MacNamara - Picky Eaters Aren't What We Think They AreIn this episode, Renee sits down for an enlightening discussion with Dr. Deborah MacNamara. Together, they dive deep into the realm of child development, exploring Dr. MacNamara's wealth of expertise. Discover actionable tips, including expert advice on cultivating healthy eating habits in children. Tune in!Learn more about Dr Renee White and Fill Your Cup Postpartum Doulas:Want to be nurtured and nourished after the birth of your baby, have a peek at our doula offerings.If you want to gobble up our famous Chocolate + Goji lactation cookies, look no further.2024-03-041h 09
The Caring InstinctNourished: Joe and Olga with Deborah MacNamaraAll eating is emotional eating according to Dr. Deborah MacNamara, the author of Nourished, a book that is a gift to any parent who has felt baffled and frustrated when feeding their child (which is most of us!). Why teaching our kids about nutrition can backfire? Why do we eat when we are not hungry and often don’t eat when we are? What did Maslow get wrong in his hierarchy of needs? Most importantly, how do we raise happy healthy eaters? This conversation is a rare insight that is going to change the way you think about food fo...2024-03-0149 min
Vegan Family KitchenNourishing Relationships Through Food - A Conversation with Counselor Deborah McNamaraIn this episode of the Vegan Family Kitchen podcast, host Brigitte Gemme talks with her guest, Deborah McNamara - a Vancouver-based counselor who is fascinated by the relationship between food and our connections with each other. Deborah discusses her experiences with helping adults make sense of their relationships with food and children, giving insights on treating food issues through the lens of relationships. As the author of the book 'Nourished: Connection, Food and Caring for Our Kids (and everyone else we love),' Deborah McNamara emphasizes the importance of nurturing relationships through food, with adults taking the lead in...2024-02-1042 min
Julie in ConversationUnpacking Deborah MacNamara's 'Nourished', one bite at a time.Because just one epsiode speaking to Deborah MacNamara about her book, 'Nourished: Connection, Food And Caring For Our Kids (and everyone else we love), wasn't nearly enough, I followed up with this episode. In this hour I savour some of the insight received and more content, highlights from my convesation with Deborah, content from the book and reflections on topics covered such as comfort food, how mazlow went wrong, love and caretaking, being the good provider, food as addiction, vulnerable feelings and more. By the end of the podcast, I was connected to my own memories of food and my...2024-01-3156 min
Mom TalkE200 - What to Do When Your Child Experiences Big Feelings and Emotions w Dr.Deborah MacNamara | Mom TalkCan you believe it? We're not just celebrating any episode today; it's our 200th! 🎉 And we're over the moon excited to share this milestone with none other than Dr. Deborah MacNamara and all of YOU, our amazing listeners!
In this special episode, we're delving into the profound topic of navigating big feelings and emotions with our beloved guest, Dr. Deborah MacNamara. Her wisdom, coupled with the joy of reaching our 200th episode, makes this conversation one for the books!
Have you ever wondered about the intricate dance that happens in your child...2024-01-2520 minJulie in Conversation'Nourished: Connection, Food, And Caring For Our Kids (and everyone else we love) with Deborah MacNamara, PhD."Just because you eat food doesn't mean you're nourished." Deborah MacNamara returns to the podcast with podcast host Julie Cusmariu to discuss her groundbreaking new book, 'Nourished: Connection, Food, And Caring For Our Kids (and everyone else we love). Deborah MacNamara takes us on a deep and insightful journey through storytelling, a fantastic riddle (the answer to which is revealed in this podcast at the end), provocative questions, developmental science and robust research to help us make sense of our relationship to food and to reclaim nourishment. I couldn't agree more with...2024-01-241h 23
The Tari PodcastDeborah Macnamara on attachment theory and parenting strategiesJoin us for an insightful and heartwarming podcast episode as we sit down with Deborah Macnamara, a renowned developmental psychologist and educator. The conversation takes us on a journey into the intricate world of attachment theory. Delve into the art of making sense of children—understanding their emotions, behaviors, and the profound impact of secure connections. From her wealth of knowledge to her experiences working with the United Nations, Deborah shares invaluable insights that bridge the gap between theory and real-world application. 2024-01-1156 min
The Child Psych PodcastPutting an End to Mealtime Struggles w/ Dr. Deborah MacNamara,Episode # 59We have lost sight of the fact that feeding our families is about human relationship and emotional well-being. If you are struggling with your child's picky eating, or with getting you children to sit down and partake in family meals, this is the podcast episode for you! In this episode we interview Dr. Deborah MacNamara who addresses the fact that many of us have lost sight of the fact that feeding our families is about human relationship and emotional well-being. Dr. MacNamara explores how feeding our children is part of the caretaking relationship and cannot be separated fr...2023-12-1353 min
Conscious Fertility56: The Power of Attachment with Dr. Deborah MacNamara In this insightful podcast episode, Dr. Deborah MacNamara, a developmentalist and expert in attachment-based parenting, shares her profound wisdom on conscious parenting. Dr. MacNamara emphasizes the pivotal role of fostering environments that nurture adaptability, resilience, and independence in children. She underscores the transformative power of human connection and relationships in the process of child development, shining a spotlight on the fundamental importance of secure attachment in shaping a child's behavior. Her unique perspective offers a refreshing approach to raising emotionally healthy and self-reliant individuals. Additionally, Dr. MacNamara explores the intriguing intersection of food and connection, illustrating how...2023-12-1159 min
Your Child is Normal: with Dr Jessica HochmanEp 116: Nourished, Connection, Food and Caring for our kids, w/ Dr Deborah MacNamaraSend us a textOn this episode of Ask Dr Jessica, Deborah MacNamara discusses her new book 'Nourished' Connection Food and Caring for our Kids. She explores the challenges of picky eating and the evolutionary perspective on food preferences. She provides practical tips for parents of picky eaters and highlights the significance of creating a positive mealtime environment. MacNamara also addresses nutritional concerns and the importance of trusting the process. She discusses the connection between food and relationship dynamics and the impact of external factors on food challenges. Macnamara emphasizes the the importance of small steps and p...2023-12-1133 min
Permission To Thrive with Suzi Lula29. Rest. Feel. Play - The Universal Recipe for a Thriving Life — Deborah MacNamara PhDAbout Dr. Deborah MacNamara:
Dr. Deborah MacNamara is a clinical counsellor and author of Rest, Play, Grow, and Nourished: Connection, food, and caring for our kids (and everyone else we love).
I fell in love with Deborah! We are so aligned. I was hanging on her every word and I hope you will be as well!
In particular, we spoke about
🌀 Her three benchmarks to flourishing: Rest, Feel and playfulness
🌀 Who is taking care of the mother?
🌀 How to create the conditions...2023-11-2955 min
Always Better than Yesterday with Ryan Hartley | A Podcast for Heart Centred LeadersEp 245 Interview Sessions with Dr. Deborah MacNamara | Nourished: Connection, Food and Caring for our KidsOn episode 245 I welcome Dr. Deboarah MacNamara to the podcast.
Dr. Deborah is a counsellor and scientist; storyteller and teacher; guide and Mother. Deborah makes sense of kids for adults who care for them believing this to be the path for transforming families and communities, society, our world as a whole.
Deborah serves as a leading international expert who provides counselling and educational services to support parents, professionals, and educators. She is also a professional speaker who has presented to the United Nations and The Dalai Lama Centre for...2023-11-221h 04make joy normal: cozy homeschoolingCelebrating life, one crumb at a time - an interview on food, family and love with Jenna Beaughsend us a text via Fan Mail!Jenna Beaugh joins me to discuss family life and culture around the table. We discuss how to encourage our children in a love of cooking, setting the atmosphere around the table and how to increase joy in our homeschooling. 1:01 - Welcome Jenna, family and faith journey 6:30 - How did you start homeschooling? 9:40 - Importance of food and family culture 14:54 - What led you into culinary school? 17:04 - Encouraging a love of cooking, love of table22:33 - Liturgical living, Advent and Christmas 29:01...2023-11-2236 min
Banyen Books ~ Branches of WisdomEpisode 158: Nourished - Connection, Food, and Caring for our Kids (and everyone else we love)Dr. Deborah MacNamara discusses her new book, Nourished, which shines a light on the relationship between food and developmental attachment. Dr. MacNamara is joined in conversation with Maria LeRose.
Dr. Deborah MacNamara is a clinical counsellor and educator with more than 25 years experience. She is on faculty at the Neufeld Institute, operates a counselling practice, and speaks regularly about child and adolescent development to parents, childcare providers, educators, and mental health professionals. She is the author of the bestselling book, Rest, Play, Grow, the children’s picture book The Sorry Plane, and the forthcoming book, Nourished.
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Mom TalkIt’s Not About Food But Who Feeds You with Dr. Deborah MacNamara | Mom Talk🔥 Ever wondered how food and relationships shape our parenting journey?
Dive deep with us into Deborah MacNamarah's new book, "Nourished, Connection, Food, and Caring for Our Kids” (and everyone else we love)
Join the conversation as we tackle pressing questions like:
1️⃣ Why do food and relationships go hand in hand?
2️⃣ How can we foster healthy eating habits while nurturing a strong parent-child bond?
3️⃣ What's wrong with a behavioral approach to eating?
4️⃣ Why is picky eating a natural part of our development?
5️⃣ The impact of disconnecting food battles.
6️⃣...2023-10-2639 minKindlEDEpisode 20: Supporting Neurodivergent LearnersOn Episode 20 of The KindlED Podcast, Kaity and Adriane do a deep dive into the intricate world of brain diversity and neurodivergence, exploring how children and individuals process the world around them uniquely. Their conversation sheds light on the importance of positive language, understanding different brain structures, and advocating for an inclusive education system.This insightful episode also covers:🔥 3 main ways to help support neurodivergent learners;🔥 the critical role of positive language;🔥 how neurodivergent individuals navigate their environments;🔥 the necessity of understanding and empathy;🔥 practical advice and strategies for educators and parents to support neuro...2023-10-2454 min