Tamar N Henry - NOURISH: A Modern Mothers Guide to Child Nutrition

Nourish

Nourish

A Modern Mothers Guide to
Child Nutrition

Tamar N Henry

Copyright 2017 Tamar N Henry

Photography by Lindsay Lyon.

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Each persons physical, emotional and spiritual condition is unique.

The instruction in this book is not intended to replace or interrupt the readers relationship with a physician or other professional.

Please consult your doctor for matters pertaining to your specific health and diet.

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To mothers everywhere.

For my late Nanny Sylvia, my late Granny Christina,
my mother-in-law Therisita, my mother Linda,
my Aunty Susan and my sister Nikki
for your patience, your wisdom and for so much love.

Nourish

(verb)

1: To sustain with food or nutrient; to supply what is necessary for life,
health and growth.

2: To cherish, foster and keep alive.

3: To strengthen.

Contents

Acknowledgements

Where would I be without my family? Without their unwavering love and support I would not have the motivation or resolve to stand steadfast on my principles and therefore my actions. Each and every one of them has always been there for me, to offer their encouragement, and for that I am eternally grateful.

My two grandmothers, who sadly have passed, offered me so much insight as I was growing up. I dont think I knew it then but I certainly do now. I think of them often and fondly, for their strengths, their wisdom and their home-made foods.

Thank you, thank you, thank you to my mother and father (Mum and Dad) for always being there for me. In a world where it seems it has become so difficult to stay healthy I remember a time where you made it look so easy. As we know, health isnt simply about what we eat but about the love we receive, the emotions we are allowed to show, and the safety that is provided for us; as parents you both went out of your way to make me feel secure enough to achieve anything I set my mind to. Thank you for always being so proud of me. I love you!

My in-laws are a huge pillar of strength and help for us, and because of them, I am being shown how to raise my boys in some non-traditional ways. My mother-in-law, having raised many children, knows only too well the patience, care and dedication it takes to nurture. As I watch her with my own boys my very real hope is that I can emulate her in some small way.

Dearest Aunty Susan, I just want to show gratitude to you, quite simply for being you. I have such fond memories of growing up spending time in your garden with the frogs and the snails. I think of summer when I think of you, of sunshine and of our Samantha. You are the archetype of growing old gracefully, full of beauty and boundless energy. I wish I saw you more.

Nikki, my sister, has been the one that I look up to. As my older sibling she has led the way, and has done so with such fierce determination and poise. As a paediatric nurse, it has been so reassuring to have her advice and expertise as we raise our young sons. I treasure our quality time together. Thank you Nikki (and not forgetting my brother-in-law Phil and my adorable nephew Harry) for loving and supporting me from afar.

Scott, my younger brother, I remember mothering you like you were my own. Im not sure that I did a very good job at the time; being only six years older, but I think you will agree what great friends we became and still are.

Thank you to my dear friend Hayley, whom I have known all my life. I dont think there is a situation that we have not been through together. As a young mother to Casey I look back now and I realise how brave, strong and utterly determined you were to raise her right, and now she is the beautiful, confident young woman we see before us. Well done you!

My childhood friends, Gemma and Shelley, you are and always will be dear to me. You know all and everything that I am grateful to you for.

My Natasha, my Tashie, my Tash. Thank you for putting up with me for all these years. Nineteen years ago you took the only seat left in the classroom next to mine, and you have not left my side since. You are my confidante, my friend, and my beloved.

In my twenties, I got the opportunity to travel as I worked and some of those days were the best of my life. I have never talked so much about lifes opportunities (sometimes all through the night) about what we might become. These girls, perhaps without knowing it, signalled a way for me to follow my dreams. I thank you, Charlotte, Claire, Jade, Nicola, and Sumi. Look, we made it, and look we are all mothers now!

For those dear friends who I cant forget and never will we watched our babies grow side by side. Experiencing the start of motherhood together is something so special. Heres to many, many more years of seeing our families flourish! I thank you, Katee, Amy and Preet.

Thank you, Sophie, for giving me the confidence to stay home and raise my boys. You are inspirational as well as beautiful (inside and out), and your honesty is a gift only true friends can know.

Both professionally and personally, I want to thank my dear friend Aida, for your vision of creating a school where all children have the opportunity to learn about all aspects of health every day. Your school is quite simply an example of what schools should be. I thank you for giving me the freedom to teach with passion. Your kindness, integrity, and spirit are palpable, and I am truly blessed to know you.

Thank you, Hala, for allowing me to witness the inspired, strong and lovely woman that you are. Our time together, no matter how limited, was always inspiring.

Dr Ammer, I can never thank you enough for your expertise, professionalism and unrelenting care for Jul. I thank you for always taking the time to really listen to our concerns and for working with us to provide health for all our children.

During some of the more difficult times with Jul I was fortunate enough to have friends that I could rely upon and depend. Cheryl, Kerri and Renee, I will not forget the time and devotion you gave to me.

To my friends who I have spent many years getting to know, Claire and Lindsay, our paths crossed once and I know they will again.

Alexis, I hope you know how special you and your family are to me. I look forward to a life long friendship with you.

To Erica, Heather, Jacqueline and Nancy, you may never know how your passion for doing what you love to do has encouraged me. I adore each one of you.