🐾 Racing, Laughter & a Sweet Surprise at the Tralee Greyhound Track 🍦

To top off an already memorable day, we spent the evening at the Tralee Greyhound Races — and what a unique experience it was!

With our bellies still satisfied from an earlier afternoon snack, we headed to the track mainly for the fun and atmosphere. But once the racing began, the excitement was contagious — the kids were all in on cheering for their favorite dogs and soaking up every second.

As the night went on, though, those little voices chimed in: “Can we get dessert?”
And how could we say no?

We found the most delicious ice cream at a restaurant overlooking the races — and not just any ice cream. It was topped with the fluffiest, most natural-tasting whipped cream we’ve ever had. Light, creamy, and absolutely divine. A perfect sweet treat to enjoy under the lights of the track.

The best part? It wasn’t about eating for the sake of eating — it was about sharing joy, creating memories, and saying yes to a little indulgence after a day well spent.

Little Eaters Takeaway:
Even if you’ve already had a snack or meal, sometimes dessert is more about the moment than the hunger. When we approach treats as part of the experience — not a bribe or a battle — kids learn to enjoy them mindfully and joyfully. And that’s the kind of food relationship we love to build.

Jean Hawney

As a speech-language pathologist, Jean has worked in a variety of settings across the lifespan, including early childhood intervention, outpatient and private clinics, public schools, adult and pediatric inpatient rehabilitation units, skilled nursing facilities and pediatric acute care.

Currently, Jean primarily focuses on supporting parents of breastfed and bottle-fed infants, as well as infants and toddlers who have difficulty transitioning to solids and oral aversion. Jean also works closely with medically fragile infants and children who have tracheostomy tubes and weaning of feeding tubes. When Jean works with her patients, her goal is for them to feel empowered to advocate for their needs and to have an active role in their therapy.

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