Episode 13: Navigating Childhood Obesity

In this episode, Tesia Bennett, Provincial Practice Lead with Professional Education & Practice, talks with Jessica Stembridge and Victoria Baxter, two Alberta Health Services Registered Dietitians that work at the Pediatric Centres for Wellness and Health. With many years of experience supporting families through behaviour change to promote healthy child growth, Jessica and Victoria share insights from their clinical practice.
Topics include:
* Common questions and concerns raised by parents and families during dietitian visits
* Challenging situations encountered when working with parents and families in pediatric obesity care
* Practical advice for registered dietitians new to pediatric obesity care and behaviour change counselling
* Recommended resources for healthcare providers and the families they support
Helpful Resources:
* Craving Change® resources on hunger types: https://www.cravingchange.ca/4kids/
* Ellyn Satter’s Division of Responsibility: https://www.ellynsatterinstitute.org/how-to-feed/division-of-responsibility/
* Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation – Weight-Related Conversation Resources. Parent Guide and Health Provider Casebook: https://hollandbloorview.ca/research-education/bloorview-research-institute/research-centres-labs/weight-related-conversations