For years I felt SO guilty reading to my kids during meals because I read somewhere that it’s “better” for kids to eat without distractions so they can pay more attention to their hunger and fullness. But I’ve officially decided to let that guilt go because I know way deep down that comfort, calm, and safety around food MATTERS too and sometimes, reading during a meal is a wonderful way to do that—and connect. It can be hard to listen to ourselves when we’re constantly being told what to do (and