Indiana Department of Health Bite Sized Success
  • Bite-Sized Success: Responsive Feeding Strategies for Young Children

    Sponsored by the Indiana Department of Health
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  • The Indiana Department of Health, Division of Nutrition and Physical Activity invites you to a workshop series facilitated by Leah's Pantry, a national leader in trauma-informed nutrition.  The series will explore whole child nutrition practices that promote healthy eating habits and strategies to reduce food-related stress, specifically in early childcare education settings.

    At the end of this series, educators and providers will feel confident making mealtimes a space of care and connection.  

    • Boost Brains & Bodies: Unlock the nutritional science behind early fruit and veggie exposure.
    • Manage Mealtime Challenges: Master inclusive tools to create a calm, positive eating environment for every child.
    • Decode Challenging Behaviors: Understand the neurobiology of stress and how it drives appetite and classroom conduct.
    • Stress-Free Feeding: Get a professional roadmap for pressure-free nourishment that supports kids and staff alike.

    The workshop series includes four live Zoom sessions, each from 1:30-2:30pm EST.  Although sessions will be recorded, it is highly recommended that participants attend live instead of watching the recording at a later time.  Earn a certificate if you attend all four sessions!

    Once registered, participants will receive a calendar hold with the Zoom link within one week. 

    Please join us!

    This publication was supported by the United States Department of Agriculture. Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the United States Department of Agriculture.

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    Live Session Schedule
    Wednesday, June 10, 2026 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM (EST)
    Wednesday, June 17, 2026 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM (EST)
    Wednesday, June 24, 2026 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM (EST)
    Wednesday, July 1, 2026 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM (EST)


     

  • Participant Information

  • With what ages do you work? Check all that apply.

  • Which meals do your students eat onsite? Check all that apply.
  • Which meals are provided by your childcare center? Check all that apply.
  • What type of childcare center best describes where you work?
  • Are you familiar with Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACES) or trauma-informed care?
  • How much have you considered the impact of stress and trauma in the nutrition work you do?
  • Although we know many people prefer to watch recordings of trainings on their own time, we highly recommend attending these sessions live in order to get the most benefit. Are you able to attend most of the live sessions?
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