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![Planning and Packing Practical Lunches: The Ultimate Guide for Busy Parents](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/2981707/Award_winning_podcast_rtsb68_300x300.png)
Tuesday Jul 16, 2024
Planning and Packing Practical Lunches: The Ultimate Guide for Busy Parents
Tuesday Jul 16, 2024
Tuesday Jul 16, 2024
Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences, University of Kentucky
Guest: Courtney Luecking, PhD Extension Specialist for Maternal and Child Health
Season 7, Episode 3
In this episode or Talking FACS, we're diving into the art of packing practical lunches with Dr. Courtney Luecking, Extension Specialist for maternal and child health. She reveals the secrets behind a seamless lunch-packing process. Discover the must-have supplies that make packing lunches a breeze, from reusable containers to insulated lunch bags and ice packs. Learn how these tools not only save money but also offer versatile options for keeping food fresh and safe.
But that's not all! Dr. Luecking shares invaluable tips on considering lunchtime logistics, such as the timing of meals, the length of lunch breaks, and ensuring children can easily open their food containers. Whether it's packing a small snack to bridge a later lunch or navigating nut-free school policies, you'll be equipped with strategies to overcome common lunchtime hurdles.
Get inspired by creative meal ideas that go beyond the ordinary, offering variety and excitement for kids and adults alike. From breakfast-for-lunch concepts to snack-style meals, try practical examples to keep lunches interesting and nutritious.
Finally, learn strategies to involve your children in the lunch-packing process, making it a fun and educational activity. Whether it's drawing a plate or using a menu guide, these tips will help your kids learn to pack a balanced meal.
Don't miss this episode of Talking FACS, where we make lunchtime planning simple and enjoyable. Tune in and transform the way you pack lunches this school year and beyond!
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![Navigating Nutrition: Are Infants Supplements Necessary?](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/2981707/Award_winning_podcast_rtsb68_300x300.png)
Tuesday Jun 18, 2024
Navigating Nutrition: Are Infants Supplements Necessary?
Tuesday Jun 18, 2024
Tuesday Jun 18, 2024
Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences, University of Kentucky
Guest: Courtney Luecking, PhD Extension Specialist for Maternal and Child Health
Season 6, Episode 49
Dr. Courtney Luecking leads listeners on a discovery of the importance of responsive feeding and how to identify your baby's hunger and fullness cues. She provides expert insights into the essential nutrients needed during the first year of life, highlighting the significance of vitamin D and iron, and the role they play in your child's development.
Learn about the best food sources to introduce, the potential need for supplements, and how to ensure your baby gets the right balance of nutrients to support their rapid growth. Whether you're a new parent or looking to refresh your knowledge, this episode is packed with valuable information to help you navigate your baby's nutritional journey with confidence.
Don't miss this essential guide to infant feeding—tune in now!
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![Alcohol Myths](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/2981707/Award_winning_podcast_rtsb68_300x300.png)
Tuesday May 14, 2024
Alcohol Myths
Tuesday May 14, 2024
Tuesday May 14, 2024
Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky
Guest: Alex Elswick, PhD Extension Specialist for Substance Use Prevention and Recovery
Season 6, Episode 44
Dr. Alex Elswick, Extension Specialist for Substance Use Prevention and Recovery, discusses widely believed alcohol myths and dismantles them with factual information.
With substance use being a pervasive concern, we clarify misconceptions about alcohol use, some as common as; 'alcohol is not a drug', 'people with alcohol problems drink alcohol daily' and 'because kids in Europe begin drinking at an earlier age, they drink more responsibly'. As the discussion unfolds, it becomes apparent how these myths not only misinform society but also contribute to an oblique understanding of alcohol-related issues.
Listen in to learn more about the facts behind these myths, how they impact public health, and the importance of accurate information in promoting healthier life choices. This episode encourages listeners to take a more informed approach towards alcohol use. In the end, it is the debunking of alcohol myths and the propagation of correct information that will lead to a healthier society.
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![Strategies for a Healthy Digital Lifestyle](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/2981707/Award_winning_podcast_rtsb68_300x300.png)
Tuesday Apr 16, 2024
Strategies for a Healthy Digital Lifestyle
Tuesday Apr 16, 2024
Tuesday Apr 16, 2024
Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky
Guest: David Weisenhorn, PhD Extension Specialist for Parenting and Child Development
Season 6, Episode 40
Dr. David Wiesenhorn, our Extension Specialist for Parenting and Child Development, presents practical strategies for managing and understanding our screen time. He inspires listeners to take a moment of reflection and ask key questions such as: "Am I being mindful?", "Am I being kind?" and "Am I being constructive?" among others as we consider the time we spend on phones and other digital devices. These questions aid in promoting conscious use of digital devices, encouraging a healthier and more beneficial digital lifestyle.
He also points out the research from Boston Children's Hospital's Digital Wellness Lab that throws light on the same. The episode nudges listeners to reevaluate their online habits, prioritize personal connections, and make choices that promote mental, emotional health. Tune in for some insights on maintaining a healthy balance in this digital age.
For more information:
Family Guide to Digital Wellness
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![Kentucky Kinship Resource Center](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/2981707/Award_winning_podcast_rtsb68_300x300.png)
Tuesday Mar 12, 2024
Kentucky Kinship Resource Center
Tuesday Mar 12, 2024
Tuesday Mar 12, 2024
Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky
Guest: Sheila Rentfrow, MSeD, Kinship Program Coordinator | UK College of Social Work
Season 6, Episode 35
Across the nation, nearly 2.7 million young people are being raised by relatives and Kentucky is estimated to have one of the highest kinship care rates in the country. The Kentucky Kinship Resource Center provides services to meet the unique needs of kinship providers across the Commonwealth. It's nationally recognized one-on-one peer support group, KY-KINS was named the 2023 Parent Group of the Year.
Coming Soon: Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Conference (click the image for additional information)
For more information about this topic:
Kentucky Kinship Resource Center - University of Kentucky College of Social Work (uky.edu)
UK Social Work Kinship Program certified, meeting critical state need - University of Kentucky College of Social Work (uky.edu)
Investing in Kinship Families: KY-KINS Provides Individualized Peer Support - University of Kentucky College of Social Work (uky.edu)
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![Allowances: Life Skill Building](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/2981707/Award_winning_podcast_rtsb68_300x300.png)
Tuesday Mar 05, 2024
Allowances: Life Skill Building
Tuesday Mar 05, 2024
Tuesday Mar 05, 2024
Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky
Guest: David Weisenhorn, PhD Extension Specialist for Parenting and Child Development
Season 6, Episode 34
Allowances can be excellent life skill building tools if parents put a bit of forethought into the process. On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. David Weisenhorn shares many of the benefits of giving children allowances and strategies for helping them begin to develop financial management skills on a small scale.
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![Is Baby-led weaning for me and my baby?](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/2981707/Award_winning_podcast_rtsb68_300x300.png)
Tuesday Feb 13, 2024
Is Baby-led weaning for me and my baby?
Tuesday Feb 13, 2024
Tuesday Feb 13, 2024
Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences, University of Kentucky
Guest: Courtney Luecking, PhD Extension Specialist for Maternal and Child Health
Season 6, Episode 31
Baby-led weaning has grown in popularity in recent years, but what is it? Is it the right approach for me to help my baby transition to table food? Dr. Courtney Luecking joins the Talking FACS podcast to answer these questions and many more for parents who are on the brink of transitioning their infant to solid nourishment options.
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![Navigating the Season of Sweets with Children](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/2981707/Award_winning_podcast_rtsb68_300x300.png)
Tuesday Dec 12, 2023
Navigating the Season of Sweets with Children
Tuesday Dec 12, 2023
Tuesday Dec 12, 2023
Host: Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences, University of Kentucky
Guest: Dr. Courtney Luecking, Extension Specialist for Maternal and Child Health
Season 6, Episode 22
When sweets treats seem to be every where you turn, it sometimes is difficult to for children to resist the temptation to indulge at every opportunity. On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Courtney Luecking shares tips for removing the mystique for sweets and lowering them from their pedestal.
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![Brain Food](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/2981707/Award_winning_podcast_rtsb68_300x300.png)
Tuesday Sep 19, 2023
Brain Food
Tuesday Sep 19, 2023
Tuesday Sep 19, 2023
Host: Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences, University of Kentucky
Guest: Dr. Courtney Luecking, Extension Specialist for Maternal and Child Health
Season 6, Episode 10
The title for this episode might make you think we are planning ahead for Halloween on Talking FACS, but really we are chatting with Dr. Courtney Luecking about the essential nutrients needed for healthy development of baby brains during pregnancy. Fetal brain development is rapid throughout pregnancy and lays the foundation for a child’s growth and development. Understanding which nutrients support fetal brain development and health in pregnancy can help expectant parents make nutrition choices that have lasting positive impact for their child.
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![Social Media Use and Youth - Part 2](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/2981707/Award_winning_podcast_rtsb68_300x300.png)
Tuesday Aug 29, 2023
Social Media Use and Youth - Part 2
Tuesday Aug 29, 2023
Tuesday Aug 29, 2023
Host: Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky
Guest: David Weisenhorn, PhD Extension Specialist for Parenting and Child Development
Season 6, Episode 8
Social media seems to be everywhere but its use by our youth has reached epic proportions. On this episode of Talking FACS, we continue the discussion with Dr. David Weisenhorn about the prevalence of social media use by our youth and the impact that it is having on their well being. He shares guidance for parents about solutions to mitigate the effects of social media use on children's mental health.
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![Social Media Use and Youth - Part 1](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/2981707/Award_winning_podcast_rtsb68_300x300.png)
Monday Aug 21, 2023
Social Media Use and Youth - Part 1
Monday Aug 21, 2023
Monday Aug 21, 2023
Host: Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky
Guest: David Weisenhorn, PhD Extension Specialist for Parenting and Child Development
Season 6, Episode 7
Social media seems to be everywhere but its use by our youth has reached epic proportions. On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. David Weisenhorn shares alarming statistics about the prevalence of social media use by our youth and the impact that it is having on their well being.
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![Exploring New Foods with Children](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/2981707/Award_winning_podcast_rtsb68_300x300.png)
Monday Aug 14, 2023
Exploring New Foods with Children
Monday Aug 14, 2023
Monday Aug 14, 2023
Host: Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences, University of Kentucky
Guest: Dr. Courtney Luecking, Extension Specialist for Nutrition and Health
Season 6, Episode 6
Encouraging your children to try new foods is sometimes a daunting task. On this episode of Talking FACS, Dr. Courtney Luecking provides tips and strategies to make the new food transition smooth. Don't get discouraged or give up - sometimes new food needs to be offered 10 to 15 times before your child decides it is good!
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Going on NOW - Eating Over the Rainbow Challenge