Many experts say it’s best to follow your baby’s hunger cues rather than adhere to a strict feeding schedule — especially in the newborn stage. This is often called "on demand" or "responsive feeding," and you can do it whether you breastfeed or feed your baby through a bottle. What are typical cues moms should be aware of? What does responsive feeding look ... Show More
Jul 2
What You Will Learn At A Newborn Class
Having a newborn is fun, messy, loud and so exciting! You may be thinking of taking a newborn class with your partner to learn the ins and outs of caring for your new bundle of joy! Today we are diving deep in the joys of motherhood, what you will walk away with at one of these c ... Show More
26m 54s
Jun 18
Working Through the Shame in Motherhood
Whether you choose to breastfeed your baby or formula feed, cosleep or have your infant in their own room, start your baby on purees or baby led feed, you might be feeling ashamed about your parenting decisions. Today we are taking a deep dive into shame that you might feel durin ... Show More
29m 19s
Oct 2024
Nursing Strikes and Starting Solid Foods with Erin Walsh, MA, CCC-SLP, IBCLC, BCS-S
#472: What if your baby suddenly stops breastfeeding around the time they also start solid foods. What is a nursing strike and how do you get your baby interested in breastmilk again? Erin Walsh is an SLP who also specializes in breastfeeding and she’s here to talk about nursing ... Show More
37m 32s
Jul 2024
How Newborn Feeding Challenges Impact Mental Wellness in the 4th Trimester and How to Navigate
#PhilipsPartner The fourth trimester is hard for many reasons, and feeding difficulties can impact a parent’s mental well-being. But how so, and why do feeding difficulties play a role in our mental state? On this episode, I’ll discuss: How challenges in newborn feeding can impac ... Show More
13m 59s
Jun 2025
Why "They'll Eat if They're Hungry" Doesn't Always Work for Picky Eaters
“They’ll eat if they’re hungry.” This CAN be true for many kids when it comes to feeding and picky eating, but for some kids it’s not great advise. I welcome Dr. Taylor Arnold, a PhD, registered dietician, and founder Growing Intuitive Eaters and she is on a mission to foster a h ... Show More
25m 36s