Does your kitchen bring you joy? Is the lack of space the issue? In this episode I chat more about making better use of the space we have, the gadgets we probably don’t need and I set us all a challenge to help improve our kitchen space, Plus I have some great tips from an expert on organising your kitchen and creating a space that fosters joy and efficiency in meal prep.

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00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview

01:36 The Importance of the Kitchen

02:50 Personal Reflections on Kitchen Design

06:16 Embracing the Kitchen You Have

10:13 Decluttering for a Functional Kitchen

10:13 The Thermomix: A Game Changer

12:46 The Role of Thermomix in Small Spaces

15:00 Final Thoughts on Kitchen Efficiency

I loved this chat with Cheryl, a professional nanny and sleep consultant. With nearly 30 years experience working with children Cheryl has witnessed every type of dilemma we face when trying to encourage our children to eat. The interview centres around the challenges of feeding children, in particular children's behaviour with food, their food intake and what foods could disrupt sleep. She shares some helpful reminders on the importance of consistency in parenting, the impact of food choices on children's moods, and strategies to manage meal times effectively.

We also talk about how to involve children in cooking and where the Thermomix has helped Cheryl over the years feed the families she cares for. Throughout the interview, she provides practical tips to encourage healthy eating habits and navigate the challenges of feeding children.

There is so much to unpack in this episode and I hope you find a lot of what we discuss useful in your home. Enjoy!

Find out more about Cheryl at www.soothebabyuk.com

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If you have a question or tips to share you can send them through to

notpastaagain@hotmail.com

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The facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/letsthermomix/

Following me on Instagram my_food_for_thought_

Find out about me and how I work as a Thermomix advisor myfoodforthought.co.uk

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Cooking with Kids

04:33 Understanding Children's Behavior and Food

12:05 Meal Routines and Consistency

18:30 Navigating Fussy Eaters

23:58 Involving Older Children in Cooking

30:06 The Role of Food in Sleep

36:02 Thermomix: A Game Changer in the Kitchen

42:08 Conclusion and Key Takeaways

I explore the challenges and joys of cooking for and with children. We all know it can be messy but I talk more about how we can involve children in the kitchen plus I share an incredible email from a listener who shares her cooking challenges for her family but offers some sound advice.

Also listen out near the end as I set us all a challenge for the half term break - let me know how you get on.

If you have a question or tips to share you can send them through to

notpastaagain@hotmail.com

Connect through my social channels

The facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/letsthermomix/

Following me on Instagram my_food_for_thought_

Find out about me and how I work as a Thermomix advisor myfoodforthought.co.uk

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Cooking for Children

02:26 Challenges of Cooking for ‘Fussy Eaters’

08:22 Navigating Dietary Needs and Family Dynamics

14:28 Reclaiming Adult Meal Times

17:53 Involving Children in Cooking

20:54 Conclusion and Future Topics