"The only six words your children need to hear you say on the car ride home is, 'I love to watch you play.'  That's it. Let the coaches coach.  Be the parent."  -Kirsten Jones, Author

As parents, we want what is best for our children, but raising athletes can pose unique challenges in an increasingly competitive environment.  Here are a few resources worth checking out.

Books, Articles & Interviews

Nutrition Excuses and How to Resolve Them.  "Parents are the nutrition coaches for youth athletes". A discussion with Leslie Bonci MPH RD, Sports Dietician

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Interview with Kirsten Jones, Author of Empowered Athletes: A Youth Sports Parenting Guide for Raising Happy, Brave & Resilient Kids    

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Article about nutrition for youth athletes            

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Post-race interview with Jemima Montag about the meaning of sport.  

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A Female Athlete Parent Survival Guide to Reduce Injury and Improve Performance

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How to Celebrate Effort & Failure in Sport

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Pre-Game Hydration for Youth Athletes

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Fueling the Female Athlete

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