78. Diversifying the Stories We Tell About Food (Mini Episode with Virginia)

For this week's mini episode, Virginia shares some of our favorite Black voices in the food world, especially in the "feeding kids" space, which is not nearly diverse enough. Here's the list if you'd like to explore, follow and support their work:  Jessica Jones and Wendy Lopez of the Food Heaven blog and podcast. (Check out Jessica's episode of Comfort Food here.) Jessica Wilson, MS, RD Christyna Johnson, RD, of Encouraging Dietitian. Shana Minei Spence, RDN, of The Nutrition Tea. Deanna Belleny Lewis MPH, RDN, on Instagram @deanna.rdn and @diversifydietetics.  Veronica Garnett, RD SLPs Of Color on Instagram and their podcast.  Simone of @ZaynesPlate Nia of @thefriendineverwanted. For more on racism and diet culture, be sure to read Fearing The Black Body by Sabrina Strings.  Find us @v_solesmith and @yummytoddlerfood on social media or email [email protected].   FEEDING YOUR FAMILY, THE COMFORT FOOD WAY Our new e-book takes you through 8 concepts that will form the foundation of your understanding of how to feed kids and give you a firm starting point for improving mealtimes in your house. We’re here to reassure and inspire. We’re here to remind you that you’re doing a good job. We’re here to let you know that you’re not alone in the daily challenge of feeding your family. We’re here to help. Get your copy of Feeding Your Family The Comfort Food Way here.