Episode 44: Raising Plant-Forward Kids (Without Food Rules) featuring Plant-Based Juniors

In Episode 44, Christine and Chanel sit down with Alex Caspero, RD of Plant-Based Juniors — one of the most trusted, evidence-based resources for parents who want to raise plant-forward kids without shame, rigidity, or overwhelm. Alex brings a deeply practical, accessible, non-dogmatic approach to feeding kids more plants — and this conversation is packed with tools for calm mealtimes, picky eating, body neutrality, and supporting kids in eating disorder recovery. We explore: ✨ What "predominantly plant-based" really means (hint: it doesn't mean vegan or restrictive) ✨ How to create calm, positive mealtime environments — even with anxious or selective eaters ✨ Why language like "clean," "bad," or "toxic" undermines kids' long-term relationship with food ✨ The PB3 Plate framework and how families can use it daily ✨ Simple, realistic ways to add more plants without pressure or perfectionism ✨ Budget-friendly plant-rich options for busy parents ✨ Biggest myths about raising plant-forward kids (protein, iron, and whether they'll "get enough") ✨ Navigating family dynamics, cultural foods, and siblings with different preferences ✨ How to build confidence as a parent in a world full of food fear and conflicting advice This episode is full of reassurance, nuance, and real-world strategies to help families move toward plant-rich eating in a joyful, flexible, and developmentally safe way. 🔗 Guest Resources — Plant-Based Juniors Website: https://plantbasedjuniors.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/plantbasedjuniors Books & Guides: https://plantbasedjuniors.com/books PB3 Plate Framework: https://plantbasedjuniors.com/pb3 Courses & Resources for Parents: https://plantbasedjuniors.com/resources 🔗 Plateful Parenting Website: https://platefulparenting.com Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/plateful.parenting.podcast/