Welcome to the 11th episode of Talking Early Years!
In this episode, Gemma and Ellen turn their focus to the essential topic of food and nutrition in the early years. They explore how what children eat and how they experience food plays a crucial role in their growth, wellbeing, and ability to learn.

Together, they discuss what balanced and nutritious meals look like in early years settings, how to create positive attitudes towards food, and the importance of mealtimes as social and learning opportunities. The conversation also covers practical ways to support children with varying needs, from picky eaters to those with allergies or dietary restrictions.

Whether you’re an early years professional, parent, or simply interested in how nutrition shapes development, this episode offers evidence-informed insights, reflective discussion, and actionable strategies to help children build healthy habits for life.

Showcase Training are an Early Years-specialist training provider based on the south coast of the UK.
Meet our hosts, Gemma and Ellen!
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We’d love your feedback on the episode, including comments and ideas for future discussions!
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