Healthy Parenting Handbook with Katie Kimball

Have a great summer! We'll be back in late August with new episodes of the Healthy Parenting Handbook. 
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If you thought choosing a sunscreen was as simple as looking for the words “mineral” on the front of the bottle, this episode might surprise you.
In this conversation, Autumn Blum and I dig into the sunscreen label details that most parents never hear about—and some new ingredients to watch out for.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
Why reading the active ingredients matters far more than the marketing on the front of the package
The new sunscreen ingredient that’s generating buzz and raising questions
The little-known ingredient showing up in many mineral sunscreens that parents should understand
Why some “safe” ingredients from a decade ago are being reconsidered today
How to make mineral sunscreen easier for kids to use (without the battles)
The simple sunscreen habit that can better protect your kids every single day
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed standing in the sunscreen aisle, this episode will help you understand what really matters and what to look for on the label.

Resources We Mention for Choosing a Safe Sunscreen
Shop Stream2Sea – get 10% off with the code KITCHENSTEW!
What you need to know about reef-safe sunscreen
See all of my natural, mineral sunscreen reviews – or take a look at the cheat sheet if you want all the info in one place!
How to use the dabba-dabba method to apply mineral sunscreen
Start your kids making simple snacks now at raisinghealthyfamilies.com/podcastsnacks.
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I was once called the Wikipedia of sunscreen by a morning news anchor.
I consider myself a total sunscreen geek!
Wait until you see my jaw drop in this conversation with cosmetic chemist and Stream2Sea founder Autumn Blum. She taught me things I had never considered before!
In this episode, you’ll learn:
Why a scuba diving trip halfway around the world completely changed the way Autumn formulates skincare products
The surprising connection between the sunscreen you put on in your backyard and ecosystems hundreds or even thousands of miles away
What researchers discovered about certain sunscreen ingredients that sparked bans in destinations around the world
Why the word “organic” on a personal care label may not mean what you think it means
How sunscreen ingredients can travel through both our bodies and our waterways
Why protecting your skin and protecting the environment may not be an either-or choice
This is one of those episodes that will absolutely make you think differently the next time you reach for a bottle of sunscreen.

Resources We Mention for Sunscreens and Coral Reefs
Shop Stream2Sea – get 10% off with the code KITCHENSTEW!
What you need to know about reef-safe sunscreen
Is Your Sunscreen Full of Estrogen?
See all of my natural, mineral sunscreen reviews – or take a look at the cheat sheet if you want all the info in one place!
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Start your kids making simple snacks now at raisinghealthyfamilies.com/podcastsnacks.
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If you’ve ever looked around your house thinking, “Why am I still doing everything for these capable humans?” — this episode is for you.
I’m deeply passionate about helping parents raise kids who are not only healthy, but independent, resilient, and prepared for real life. And honestly? Chores and family responsibilities are one of the most powerful tools we have to make that happen.
In this conversation with Hunter Clarke-Fields from the Mindful Mama Podcast, we talk about why chores are about so much more than getting help around the house. They help kids build confidence, ownership, problem-solving skills, and even better mental health.
We also talk about:
Why responsibility protects teen resilience
How to start chores with toddlers and preschoolers
What to do if your teen has never really helped before
Why contribution matters more than perfection
How to stop nagging and build systems that actually work
And yes — I share the exact chore system we’ve used in our family for over 10 years.
Whether your child is 4 or 14, it’s never too late to start building the life skills they’ll carry into adulthood.
Resources We Mention for Chores for Teens
Building Strong Families, Connected Kids with Father Leo of Plating Grace
The Kimball Family Chores System That Works!
Can Mindfulness Make You a Better Parent? (+ Bonus Guided Meditations for Kids!)
Get some life skills, right now! Easy workshops for kids and teens to take ownership.
Start your kids making simple snacks now at raisinghealthyfamilies.com/podcastsnacks.
Shop Third Rock Essentials at kidscookrealfood.com/thirdrock, and use code KITCHENSTEW for 20% off!
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If your family does not deal with food allergies, it can be easy to assume this episode is not for you. But after this conversation with Kathlena, The Allergy Chef, I think every parent will walk away with more empathy, awareness, and practical tools for helping all kids feel included.
Kathlena’s stories are powerful, heartbreaking, and deeply hopeful. We talked about the hidden isolation many families experience and the surprisingly simple ways we can make our homes, classrooms, and communities safer and more welcoming for everyone.
In this episode, we discuss:
Why many families with food allergies feel socially isolated — even during everyday gatherings
The emotional story of a 12-year-old receiving her very first safe birthday cake
Simple ways to include kids with food allergies without making things complicated
Why “food-free” gatherings can sometimes be the best solution
What parents often misunderstand about severe food allergies and cross-contamination
How empathy and communication can completely change a child’s experience
Why schools and parents need to advocate earlier and more openly
Practical ways to teach kids kindness, flexibility, and inclusion around food differences
This conversation is such an important reminder that connection matters more than perfection — and that small acts of thoughtfulness can have a lifelong impact on a child.
You can watch Kathlena in action at this year’s #LifeSkillsNow summer camp. She teaches teens how to turn basic ground meats into an amazing variety of dinners. Her workshop is SO GOOD! Don’t miss out – register now. 
Resources We Mention for Including Kids with Allergies
45 Easy Non Food Birthday Celebration Ideas for School
Food Allergies and the Art of Hospitality: Tips for Hosts and Guests
Allergies are also a good reason to eliminate team sports snacks
See Kathlena’s cookbooks here
Start your kids making simple snacks now at raisinghealthyfamilies.com/podcastsnacks.
Kitchen Stewardship
Raising Healthy Families 
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YouTube shorts channel for HPH
Find the Healthy Parenting Handbook at raisinghealthyfamilies.com/podcast
Affiliate links used here. Thanks for supporting the Healthy Parenting Handbook!