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Hosted by Marina Chaparro, RDN, CDCES · kids · EN
Welcome to Messy Bites — where nutrition science meets real mom life, with a side of culture, chaos, and amor. I’m here to help you navigate the beautifully messy world of feeding kids—with science, love, and maybe a tortilla or two. I’m Marina Chaparro, a pediatric registered dietitian, diabetes educator, and mamá of two. From “Is my kid From “Is my kid eating enough protein?” to “Are baby carrots even safe?”, we dive into the messy side of feeding with real stories, expert guests, and tips rooted in science (not fear). Let’s make feeding our kids less about guilt—and more about connection!
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Signup to Generate a PitchWelcome to Messy Bites, where nutrition science meets real mom life, with a side of culture, chaos, and amor. I’m here to help you navigate the beautifully messy world of feeding kids, with science, love, and maybe a tortilla or two. I’m Marina Chaparro, a pediatric registered dietitian, diabetes educator, and mamá of two.
Messy Bites is hosted by Marina Chaparro, RDN, CDCES. The show has published 38 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "How Much Halloween Candy Should Kids Eat? (Pediatric Dietitian) | Messy Mom Hotline EP 37" (28 October 2026, 20 minutes), "Are You Following Fake Pregnancy Food Rules? What Science Says | EP 35" (14 October 2026, 41 minutes), and "🎙️Messy Bites: The RIGHT WAY to Introduce Allergens with Malina Malkani | EP 33 🥜👶" (26 May 2026, 43 minutes).
Messy Bites publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 27 minutes across 38 episodes.
Booking probability for Messy Bites is 30%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Messy Bites requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Messy Bites's contact route on record: public web form.
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Marina Chaparro, RDN, CDCES hosts Messy Bites, a kids podcast with 38 episodes published.
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Episode #37
MESSY MOM HOTLINE: How much Halloween candy should kids eat? A pediatric dietitian explains what she does on Halloween night, on Nov 1st, and with that giant candy stash Today's call: A mom with a 5-year-old and a giant...
Are you Googling every single snack after finding out you’re pregnant? Before you throw out your morning coffee or panic over sushi, take a deep breath! In this episode of the Messy Bites Podcast , pediatric dietitian...
Food allergies can feel overwhelming for parents... especially when it comes to introducing peanuts and other common allergens for the very first time. In this season finale of Messy Bites, Marina Chaparro sits down...
Episode #32
One year ago, Messy Bites was born to cut through fear-based parenting advice and bring more joy back to the dinner table, and this episode is a celebration of that journey. 🎉 In this special anniversary episode...
Is keto bread actually a healthy choice for kids, or just clever marketing wrapped in a trendy label? 🍞🤔 In this episode of Messy Mom Hotline, we’re breaking down everything parents need to know about keto bread. What...
Episode #30
¿Deberías dejar de comprar fresas y espinacas? 🍓🥬 Cada año, la famosa lista de la “Dirty Dozen” genera preocupación en muchas familias por el tema de los pesticidas… pero, ¿qué dice realmente la ciencia? En este...
Are pesticides in your child’s food really something to fear? In this “Reality Check” episode of Messy Bites , pediatric dietitian Marina Chaparro breaks down the truth behind the headlines surrounding the “Dirty Dozen”...
Do you feel like you’re constantly stressing over what your kids eat? What if the secret to raising a healthy, adventurous eater has less to do with what’s on their plate, and more to do with where and how they eat? In...
Does your toddler constantly ask for snacks, even right after meals? You’re not alone. In this episode, pediatric dietitian Marina Chaparro breaks down why toddlers become obsessed with snacks and what it actually means...
Struggling with your child’s eating habits? Research shows that it’s not just what you serve at the table—it’s how you serve it that shapes your child’s relationship with food. In this episode of the Messy Bites Podcast...
Toddler picky eating can start suddenly around age one, and it often shows up as food refusal, limited foods, or throwing meals on the floor. In this episode of Messy Mom Hotline , pediatric dietitian Marina Chaparro...
In this episode of the Messy Bites Podcast , Marina explains why one of the biggest feeding mistakes parents make is trying to keep their babies clean during mealtime. You’ll learn the sensory science behind messy...
Episode #23
This episode is sponsored by: National Pork Board Should you listen to Abuela or the pediatrician? 🥑 When it comes to starting solids, many parents feel caught between traditional advice and modern medical handouts...
Episode #22
Did your child’s last pediatrician visit leave you anxious about percentiles or BMI? You’re not alone, and you’re not failing. In this episode, I sit down with pediatric dietitian and author Jill Castle to unpack the...
This episode is sponsored by the National Pork Board . Is your child eating enough protein? 🤔 Protein is one of the most talked-about topics in kids nutrition, and many parents worry their child isn’t eating enough. In...
Episode #18
Join Marina Chaparro, Pediatric RD and host of Messy Bites, as she chats with experts Dr. Iliana Guerra Martinez (PhD, RDN, LD, CDCES) and Dr. Andie Lee Gonzalez (PhD, MPH, RDN, LD, FAND). Discover how cultural foods go...
Episode #17
In this deeply personal and inspiring episode, Pediatric Registered Dietitian and fellow Type 1 Warrior Dr. Marina Chaparro reflects on 25 years since her Type 1 Diabetes diagnosis at age 16. Marina opens up about six...
Episode #18
¿Cuánta azúcar y cuántos postres debemos tener en casa para que nuestros hijos no se obsesionen? 🍭 Si te preocupa que se devoren todos los dulces en las fiestas o no sabes si tener galletas en la alacena es buena idea...
Kids are worrying about their bodies younger than ever — and in a world of social media filters and Ozempic headlines, it’s no wonder. So how can parents help children grow up confident in their own skin? In this...
Disclosure: This Episode is Supported by Bio-K+ Are probiotics really necessary for kids? Parents hear a lot about gut health, but what’s fact and what’s hype? In this episode of The Messy Bite , I’m joined by gut...
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