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Have you ever wished your child's school offered more plant-based meal options? You're not alone! Many vegan and plant-based families struggle with the lack of meal choices that fit our dietary needs in schools.

In this episode, Karla sits down with Jodi Gruhn to discuss the growing interest of plant-based meals in schools. Jodi shares her insights, her work through Wholesome Minnesota, and tips on how parents can advocate for healthier meal options in educational settings.

Here's what we covered:

• Jodi's journey to transitioning to a plant-based lifestyle
• The role of Wholesome Minnesota in promoting and helping implement plant-based meals in schools and other institutions
• Addressing the cost concerns associated with plant-based products in schools
• Insights of what school nutrition leaders are saying about plant-based meals in school settings
• Why creating collaborations with school nutrition leaders is important
• What are ways we can make plant-based meals appealing to all students?
• What schools are currently doing to bring culturally appropriate meals and bring inclusivity to students
• Tips for parents and caregivers on advocating for plant-based options in their children's schools

Links shared in the episode:

• Wholesome Minnesota website
• Jodi Ghrun contact information: jodi.gruhn (a) exploreveg (dot) org
• {Blog} Vegan School Lunch Ideas

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Ever wondered how other vegan parents navigate certain social situations, like birthday parties or school events?

I sure have. Navigating a vegan feeding journey can sometimes feel lonely and knowing what others do or how others handle certain challenges helps us not feel so isolated.

In Episode 21, I invite Mistye Momon from Buttafly Kisses Vegan Treats to share some of the challenges she experienced throughout her 22 years in raising a vegan family—with five kids.

Here’s what we cover:

>> How baking for her child’s needs to participate in birthday celebrations led her to start a vegan business
>> The anxiety that she experienced on how to navigate birthday invitations beyond desserts
>> Food examples that Mistye brought to birthday celebrations for her vegan children
>> How Mistye found confidence to advocate for herself and vegan children
>> The comments Mistye heard about her choice in raising a vegan family 22 years ago
>> The challenges she faced with healthcare providers
>> Top meal ideas for feeding a large family

Links mentioned on the episode

>> Buttafly Kisses Vegan Treats website
>> Mistye Momon Instagram account
>> Vegan Meal Ideas for Toddlers and Kids

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Connect with me:

Website: www.vegankidsnutrition.com

Instagram: @vegan.kids.nutrition

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Calcium is a nutrient many parents and caregivers feel worried they’re not meeting in their child’s meals. It’s common to feel that way as it’s a nutrient that helps build stronger bones and teeth—crucial for support a vegan child’s overall growth.

In this episode of the Vegan Kids Nutrition Podcast, you’ll hear about a vegan parent’s concern in meeting their child’s calcium needs and what top plant foods you can incorporate at home to help meet calcium requirements.

Here’s what we cover:

>> Highlighting a previous newsletter article as part of PLANTiful
>> The story of a past client who felt extremely worried about their vegan toddler’s calcium needs
>> A feeding approach to move away from to relieve anxiety
>> My top calcium-rich plant foods that help vegan kids meet calcium requirements

Links mentioned in the episode

>> Join over 8,000 parents receiving exclusive nutrition tips in PLANTiful, a monthly newsletter
>> Schedule a coaching call with me for feeding support

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Want to learn what supplements your vegan kids need at each stage of their growth? Grab the FREE Supplement Checklist so you can feel confident you're providing everything they need to support their growth and development.

Click here to grab the FREE Supplement Checklist

Connect with me:

Website: www.vegankidsnutrition.com

Instagram: @vegan.kids.nutrition