What you eat matters, but how you eat is much more important. You want to be the best parent possible without bringing any of your own baggage about your relationship with food to the table. The Happier Meal holds the recipe for making the most out of mealtimes.

The Happier Meal provides a framework for feeding the ones you love. In her clear, judgment-free way, Dr. Kristin Saxena explores how to develop healthy attitudes toward food, the importance of family dining, and how to structure meals that engage the whole family from cooking to cleanup.

Learn how to deal with common food issues including picky eaters and habits that can lead to obesity. Discover practical tips for where to eat, what to eat, and when to eat at every stage of your family's development. Find new inspiration for feeding your family with grace and wisdom, and make every meal meaningful.

Kristin Saxena, MD, is a board-certified pediatrician, author, and mother of four. She currently practices at Boys Town Pediatrics in Omaha, Nebraska, where she cares for children and families across all stages of development.Drawing on both her medical expertise and her experience raising four children with her husband, Shikhar, Dr. Saxena is passionate about helping families create healthier, happier relationships with food. Through her writing and speaking, she provides practical, evidence-based guidance that helps parents reduce mealtime stress and build lasting family connections.Dr. Saxena earned her medical degree from the University of Nebraska College of Medicine and completed her pediatric residency at the University of Minnesota.