Back to School Eating Foundations: A 3-Part Series for Transitioning from Summer to Easier Meals, Lunches & Routines
Schedule (3 sessions)
From Summer Freedom to School Structure: Rebuilding Feeding Routines Without the Battles
Tuesday, September 15, 2026, 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM EDT
45 min
Key Topics Why transitions often increase picky eating Understanding children's need for predictability around food Re-establishing meal and snack routines without becoming rigid Creating a balanced daily feeding schedule for school-aged kids Managing after-school hunger and the "hangry hour"
Lunchboxes, Family Meals & Real-Life Planning: Making Nutrition Work During Busy Seasons
Tuesday, September 22, 2026, 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM EDT
45 min
Key Topics Creating balanced lunches that kids actually eat Packing lunches with allergens, preferences, and school policies in mind Simplifying breakfast, lunch, snacks, and dinner planning Family meal strategies for busy evenings Reducing decision fatigue around feeding
Helping Picky Eaters Expand Variety During the School Year
Tuesday, September 29, 2026, 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM EDT
45 min
Key Topics Why picky eating often resurfaces during transitions How stress, fatigue, and new routines affect food acceptance The difference between exposure and pressure Supporting adventurous eating while respecting a child's developmental stage Strategies for introducing new foods during busy school weeks Building balanced lunches when your child only eats a handful of foods
About this group
The transition back to school brings new schedules, expectations, and demands for both children and parents. These changes can impact appetite, eating habits, family meals, and overall stress levels. The goal of this series is to help families navigate this transition with greater confidence and less overwhelm. Through three interactive sessions, parents will learn how to: Re-establish meal and snack routines from summer chaos that support children's growth, learning, and well-being Reduce mealtime stress and power struggles during periods of change Create balanced lunches and snacks that children are more likely to enjoy and eat Build realistic systems for meal planning and family meals that work during busy school weeks Foster a positive feeding relationship that supports both nutrition and family connection Whether you're navigating picky eating, packing lunches, managing after-school hangry meltdowns, re-establishing routines, or simply trying to make feeding your family feel less stressful, this series is designed to provide practical, evidence-based guidance that fits real life.
What this group is — and isn't. Auggie groups are moderated peer-support and educational sessions. They are not a substitute for medical care, mental health treatment, therapy, counseling, or any other licensed professional service.
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Joining a group does not create a clinical, therapeutic, or professional relationship between you and the facilitator, even when a facilitator holds a professional credential. Information shared in a group is general and educational, not individualized advice.
Always consult your own physician, mental health provider, or other qualified professional for advice specific to you or your child.
