In this reflective episode, I look back on a year of podcasting, sharing insights from various guests on topics such as nutrition, children's eating habits, and the importance of real food. Plus I make an announcement.

Silly season is upon us and hungry mouths still need feeding. In this episode I share a few ideas on how to get through the busy days ahead at mealtime and to ease the pressure we put ourselves under in December. I hope it helps!

Here is the link to the episode recorded last year about preparing for Christmas.

https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/d69c1c49-e003-4f70-90c4-f019ccb33d91/Episode-5-FINAL.mp3

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I have a guest joining me this week - Milly Fyfe, a passionate advocate for food education and sustainability. Milly shares her journey as a farmer's wife and social entrepreneur and the work she does in connecting families with locally sourced, whole foods. Through her community interest company, she runs workshops that educate children and families about the farm-to-fork journey and seasonal produce. Milly discusses the challenges we face in meal preparation and the convenience of frozen vegetables, while also highlighting the positive impact her workshops have on participants' understanding of food.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Mily Fyfe and Her Mission

02:51 The Importance of Connecting with Food

06:07 Challenges of Modern Parenting and Food Choices

08:47 The Role of Convenience in Food Preparation

14:51 Workshops at The Countryside Kitchen

17:58 Engaging Children with Food Education

20:46 Seasonality and Sustainability in Food

24:08 The Impact of Workshops on Participants

29:48 Future Aspirations and Closing Thoughts

Overwhelm in the kitchen is a common experience. I revisit the theme of kitchen overwhelm and how to manage it effectively. I feel it is important to recognise pressure points in meal prep so this episode offers practical solutions to ease the cooking process. By reframing success in the kitchen and utilising available tools, we can reduce stress and create a more enjoyable cooking experience.

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Chapters

00:00 Understanding Kitchen Overwhelm

03:48 Identifying Pressure Points

05:33 Easing Decision Fatigue

06:41 Navigating Meal Prep Pressure

08:59 Easing Mealtime Overwhelm

11:06 The Reset Routine: Closing the Kitchen

Let’s try and be adventurous and brave in the kitchen. I share a few ideas to encourage you to give things a try without worrying about failure and shifting your mindset towards trying something new.

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No more sadness, it's time to reintroduce joy into the kitchen. I share practical tips for making cooking fun again, such as playing music, trying new recipes, and involving others in the cooking process. Thank you also for sharing your comments on how you find joy in the kitchen which I have also shared in this episode. Let’s keep flourishing with a little bit more fun in our kitchen!

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An update on the ups and downs of my current eating habits, reflecting on the importance of community support, and the gradual shift towards nourishing myself again. Remember it's about flourishing and not floundering with food and I feel like I am just starting to turn a corner with this again. Thanks for bearing with me through this tricky time.

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Its an emotional one this one…. I recently was thrown a curveball which knocked the wind from my sails. This episode is about cooking through the hard times, the lack of desire for food but still a need to provide a meal for the family and how this podcast community has supported me to take small steps towards better nourishment.

Dominique Ludwig Nutritionist Dominique Ludwig Nutritionist MSc

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Nourishing Through Tough Times

02:34 Facing Life's Curveballs: The Emotional Impact on Food

05:27 Finding Comfort in Routine and Community Support

07:06 Simple Strategies for Nourishment During Hard Times