I had a wonderful day with Hayley today. First we went Christmas shopping, then we had a coffee at a local cafe, Hayley says "I had the babychino and you had the Mummy one!" We did some window shopping, went to a park for a play then ended up at a place starting with a big M for lunch. I must say, this is certainly one take away that I just don't like, the foods usually make me feel sick, but I noticed they had some new lighter choice foods on the menu so, in we went. Hayley chose the kids meal with a burger and chips and I had a wrap. Now, we don't usually eat at these places so I thought I would take a step back and let Hayley choose, then I would wait for about 20 minutes and discuss with her how the food left her feeling, (I felt safe enough to do this because she usually has healthy foods and she will eat these type of foods from time to time but I wouldn't allow it very often, they really are so unhealthy), Well, let me just say I don't think Hayley will be asking for that food any time soon. She said she felt sleepy and almost too tired to play on the playground...whew, that was close! On the drive to pick up her little sister from kindy she made me promise to remind her that she doesn't like that food, it really makes my job a whole lot easier. Hayley decided when we got home that we needed to eat a really big salad to make up for the junk food that we had eaten.
I was chatting to a couple of Mother's yesterday about the obsession with food and diets that teens and pre teens seem to have developed, this is scary, but as I spoke to these parents about having open conversations about good healthy food and teaching your kids by being in the kitchen, they looked at me like I was crazy. One of the Mothers said there is NO WAY I am letting my kids anywhere near my kitchen, they'd only make a mess! I explained that everyone needs to start somewhere and if they have the luxury of teaching their kids now, why not teach them that preparation right through to cleaning is what cooking is all about! I wont say they were convinced but at least it's on the table for future conversation. I hope your having fun with your kids in the kitchen, enjoy! Until next time, stay healthy :)
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Hey Candice! Great post. I think you are very smart how you allow Hayley to experience the various foods even though they wouldn't be your choice for her to have. We learn from experience, isn't that what they say?
ReplyDeleteIt's also good to read about your days. I felt like I was right there in your car listening to your conversation and going to pick up B from kindy.
xoxo