https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Mon, 18 May 2026 19:32:43 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/share-your-tricks-for-breaking-evening-snacking-habit#post-1976583 Tue, 09 Dec 2014 09:09:46 +0000 LiveLove 1976583@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I found it helps to find an activity that distracts you and occupies your hands - especially if you are watching tv and itching to grab a snack. Fold laundry, start a craft project, paint your nails - something to distract you from the urge to snack. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/share-your-tricks-for-breaking-evening-snacking-habit#post-1976556 Tue, 09 Dec 2014 08:49:55 +0000 blackbird 1976556@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@lizzywiz: It's a hard habit to break! i get into munching routines that i have to wean myself off of. Can you at least keep some healthier options around? Veggies and salsa, maybe? </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/share-your-tricks-for-breaking-evening-snacking-habit#post-1976549 Tue, 09 Dec 2014 08:46:22 +0000 looch 1976549@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@lizzywiz: So you had a successful first night? That's great! Sometimes beginning is the most difficult part! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/share-your-tricks-for-breaking-evening-snacking-habit#post-1976526 Tue, 09 Dec 2014 08:35:19 +0000 lizzywiz 1976526@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@sarac: well,, it's the amount/ type of food. Cheese, chips and salsa, sweets if we happen to have any, seconds of everything. And, of course, the wine. So, basically, I throw myself a little party every night for making it through work and toddler-hood.<br /> It's my cue to relax, I guess.<br /> Thanks for the advice, ladies!<br /> Last night went better and it wasn't too hard, but things like this are easy for me to start and easy to stop, lol, so we will see how my long game is. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/share-your-tricks-for-breaking-evening-snacking-habit#post-1976100 Mon, 08 Dec 2014 19:44:07 +0000 alohaorchid 1976100@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>It sounds weird but I find that getting ready for bed helps to prevent me from snacking. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/share-your-tricks-for-breaking-evening-snacking-habit#post-1976090 Mon, 08 Dec 2014 19:34:06 +0000 Lindsay05 1976090@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I try and buy healthy snacks and buy any unhealthy stuff at all. I snack on bagged salad mix sometimes. I also snack on grapes or cut up apple. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/share-your-tricks-for-breaking-evening-snacking-habit#post-1976075 Mon, 08 Dec 2014 19:13:43 +0000 Mrs. Sunshine 1976075@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I agree with @Chuckles! If there isn't snacky junk in the house, I won't be as tempted! I also try to make sure my dinner has plenty of filling protien &amp; a good dose of healthy fats too. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/share-your-tricks-for-breaking-evening-snacking-habit#post-1976060 Mon, 08 Dec 2014 18:49:18 +0000 sarac 1976060@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Is eating at that time not working for you, or do you just feel like you shouldn't? If it works, it works, and there's really no good reason to stop. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/share-your-tricks-for-breaking-evening-snacking-habit#post-1975725 Mon, 08 Dec 2014 15:16:14 +0000 Chuckles 1975725@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>My two biggest things are not having tempting food in the house and knitting after S goes to bed. If my hands are occupied, I'm less likely to mindlessly snack. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/share-your-tricks-for-breaking-evening-snacking-habit#post-1975721 Mon, 08 Dec 2014 15:14:45 +0000 78h2o 1975721@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@lizzywiz: @cait: yeah, I was going to ask why you think you are eating. I think reward/relaxation is common for a lot of people. Other times, people eat out of boredom, habit, etc. If you can figure out why you are eating, I think that helps a lot. If it is a way to reward yourself or a way to unwind, I'd try to find something else that does the same thing. Maybe buying a magazine that you reserve for that time of day... taking a bath/hot shower... listening to music... sipping tea, etc? Or another "reward", like a backrub, reading a book, etc. I think for a lot of people, just getting away from the kitchen, by going upstairs or to another room, helps a lot. Brushing your teeth or eating something minty helps too. Good luck!!!!!! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/share-your-tricks-for-breaking-evening-snacking-habit#post-1975701 Mon, 08 Dec 2014 15:03:48 +0000 mrs. wagon 1975701@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@lizzywiz: ooh teeth bleaching, great idea!! I did it in college and EVERYONE noticed the results and I got so many compliments... you will love it. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/share-your-tricks-for-breaking-evening-snacking-habit#post-1975700 Mon, 08 Dec 2014 15:02:46 +0000 lizzywiz 1975700@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@mrs. wagon: @mamimami: @alphagam84: So, get ready for bed, a nice cup of sleepy time and then bleach my teeth (which I really need to do, anyway)...it's worth a try! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/share-your-tricks-for-breaking-evening-snacking-habit#post-1975692 Mon, 08 Dec 2014 15:00:54 +0000 lizzywiz 1975692@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@cait: definitely in the 'reward' boat here. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/share-your-tricks-for-breaking-evening-snacking-habit#post-1975678 Mon, 08 Dec 2014 14:53:12 +0000 alphagam84 1975678@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Tea really helps me avoid snacking when I'm craving something. I really like lemon tea or sleepytime tea by Celestial Seasonings </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/share-your-tricks-for-breaking-evening-snacking-habit#post-1975673 Mon, 08 Dec 2014 14:50:52 +0000 mamimami 1975673@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Lately I've been bleaching my teeth and that DEFINITELY keeps me away from the snacks. Also, gum. (And brushing....) </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/share-your-tricks-for-breaking-evening-snacking-habit#post-1975633 Mon, 08 Dec 2014 14:35:45 +0000 LindsayInNY 1975633@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>For the occasional turned nightly wine, I just told myself only one weeknight per week OR no weeknight wine and stuck with that. As for snacking, instead of eliminating it altogether, I found healthy alternatives. 100 calories bags of popcorn, large holiday-type or flavored marshmallows (I would count out the portion), tea, etc. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/share-your-tricks-for-breaking-evening-snacking-habit#post-1975632 Mon, 08 Dec 2014 14:34:43 +0000 Raindrop 1975632@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>A lot of times when you feel hungry.. you are just dehydrated... not saying that is what happening to you... but maybe? Try drinking a big glass of water and waiting 20 minutes to see if you still feel like you want that snack. :) Good luck! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/share-your-tricks-for-breaking-evening-snacking-habit#post-1975588 Mon, 08 Dec 2014 14:19:01 +0000 mrs. wagon 1975588@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I would go one step more and totally get ready for bed right after dinner! I used to do this when WJ was a baby. RIght after dinner we'd put him to bed, and while Wagon Sr. was finishing up the bedtime routine I got ready for bed. Brushed teeth, washed face, took out contacts, changed into pajamas, and everything. It's best if you then hang out in the bedroom but I found that even going downstairs and hanging out there I still didn't want to snack because I wanted to be able to just go back upstairs and dive right into bed without brushing my teeth again!! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/share-your-tricks-for-breaking-evening-snacking-habit#post-1975571 Mon, 08 Dec 2014 14:13:34 +0000 cait 1975571@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@lizzywiz: I have the same problem! I think I've trained myself to snack as sort of a reward for getting LO to bed and being done for the day. It's when I get to eat whatever I choose and not have to share! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/share-your-tricks-for-breaking-evening-snacking-habit#post-1975462 Mon, 08 Dec 2014 13:24:53 +0000 Mrs. Lion 1975462@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I brush my teeth when lo does. It helps a lot! If I'm hungry enough to want to eat with toothpaste taste in my mouth I really need a snack. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/share-your-tricks-for-breaking-evening-snacking-habit#post-1975459 Mon, 08 Dec 2014 13:23:45 +0000 jhd 1975459@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>We have trouble with this at our house too! We try to have a healthy dinner and to keep snacking to a minimum. DH will sometimes chew gum or have a piece of hard candy. Sometimes we make some decaf coffee. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/share-your-tricks-for-breaking-evening-snacking-habit#post-1975453 Mon, 08 Dec 2014 13:19:07 +0000 Mrs. Jump Rope 1975453@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@lizzywiz: I have the same problem! I eat when I am bored, stressed, watching tv or have nothing better to do.</p> <p>I'm the poster child of how not to eat. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/share-your-tricks-for-breaking-evening-snacking-habit#post-1975437 Mon, 08 Dec 2014 13:11:51 +0000 lizzywiz 1975437@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Ok, ladies. There is no wine in the house, so that part is easy.<br /> Eating a decent dinner and brushing teeth ASAP is on the agenda tonight. My goal is to try to break this habit without being cranky about it, so here's to hoping. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/share-your-tricks-for-breaking-evening-snacking-habit#post-1975377 Mon, 08 Dec 2014 12:35:00 +0000 edelweiss 1975377@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>brushing my teeth sooner rather than later (but *after* the glass of wine!). </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/share-your-tricks-for-breaking-evening-snacking-habit#post-1975361 Mon, 08 Dec 2014 12:23:50 +0000 Little Misters Mom 1975361@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I'm guilty of this too. Not having unhealthy snacks in the house is huge. I'm not likely to make a grocery run at that hour, so if it isn't there I won't eat it. I drink lots of sparkling water too. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/share-your-tricks-for-breaking-evening-snacking-habit#post-1975292 Mon, 08 Dec 2014 11:48:49 +0000 looch 1975292@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I don't think there is anything wrong with eating later if you plan it as part of your daily intake. I would start by adding seltzer to your glass first, then the wine. Eventually, just don't buy anymore, once you finish your stash!</p> <p>If it's boredom eating, then that's a different ballgame. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/share-your-tricks-for-breaking-evening-snacking-habit#post-1975290 Mon, 08 Dec 2014 11:47:59 +0000 avivoca 1975290@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>If I eat a paleo dinner, I notice I don't snack at all. I also try not to be bored after dinner, because I'm a big snacker if I've got nothing to do. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/share-your-tricks-for-breaking-evening-snacking-habit#post-1975286 Mon, 08 Dec 2014 11:46:36 +0000 blackbird 1975286@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Eating a balanced and proper dinner, for sure! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/share-your-tricks-for-breaking-evening-snacking-habit#post-1975284 Mon, 08 Dec 2014 11:46:25 +0000 autumnlove 1975284@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I brush and floss right after dinner! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/share-your-tricks-for-breaking-evening-snacking-habit#post-1975277 Mon, 08 Dec 2014 11:39:36 +0000 lizzywiz 1975277@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I should say snacking/ drinking.<br /> I think I consume most of my daily calories after LO goes to bed at 8.<br /> You would be amazed by what I can ingest in a two hour window!<br /> I have totally trained myself to associate the time with a glass of wine and snacks. Any tips/ tricks to breaking this bad habit? </p>