Can Fathers Impact Daughters' Eating Habits More Than We Think? A Conversation w/ Jessica Setnick

Episode Description

In this episode of the Daughtered podcast, Oscar engages in an insightful discussion with Jessica Setnick, a renowned expert in eating disorders. Jessica shares her extensive experience and practical advice on fostering healthy eating habits in children, particularly in daughters. The conversation delves into how parents, especially fathers, can support their daughters in developing a positive relationship with food and body image. Key topics include giving children agency at the dinner table, avoiding food-related power struggles, and being mindful of the language used around food and body image. Jessica also emphasizes the importance of being a supportive role model and provides actionable tips for communicating about nutrition with both young and teenage daughters providing practical steps for fathers to improve their relationships with their daughters and offers listeners invaluable tools for parenting.

Understanding Nutrition

Jessica Setnick on Isntagram

Daughteredpodcast.com

Oscar on Instagram

Few Will Hunt. 10% OFF use GIRLDAD

00:00 Welcome to Daughtered Podcast

00:18 Introducing Jessica Setnick

00:41 Practical Tips for Dads

02:20 Sponsor Message: Few Will Hunt

03:07 Jessica's Personal Story

03:55 The Role of Parents in Eating Habits

05:25 From Sports Nutrition to Eating Disorders

11:48 Healing Your Inner Eater

14:34 Parenting Tips: Teaching Kids About Food

21:56 The Influence of Parents on Body Image

30:15 Empowering Words from Friends

30:54 Sponsor Message: Few Will Hunt

31:42 Father's Influence on Eating Disorders

32:49 Navigating Children's Eating Habits

34:53 Teaching Kids About Nutrition

36:07 Building a Healthy Relationship with Food

43:38 Encouraging Open Conversations with Teens

49:46 Final Thoughts and Resources

Guest Disclaimer:

The views and opinions expressed on this podcast are solely those of the guests. They do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the host, any organizations, companies, or institutions mentioned, or corporate entities represented by the host.

Our aim is to provide a platform for diverse perspectives and open dialogue. While we strive for accuracy and balance, it's important to recognize that opinions may vary. We encourage critical thinking and further exploration of the topics discussed.

Connect

More about The DAUGHTERED Podcast

Welcome to the Daughtered Podcast — where dads come to talk, grow, and thrive. I’m your host, Oscar, and this is a space for men who are committed to becoming stronger, more mindful, and more present—especially in the lives of their daughters. We believe that fatherhood is a journey of growth. Each conversation on this podcast is a chance to learn, reflect, and level up as a dad and as a man. Whether you’re a brand-new father or deep into the teenage years, we’re here to support each other through every stage. Being Daughtered means embracing the lessons our daughters are continuously teaching us and using them to become better. We challenge current misconceptions of masculinity and lead with strength, compassion, and intention—building stronger relationships and lasting memories along the way. This community is for every man who’s ready to show up—not as a perfect dad, but as a growing one.