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Apr 2024
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Gagging vs. Choking: What is the Differe...

KATIE FERRARO
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#425: What if my baby gags on food? And how is gagging different than choking? In this episode we cover why gagging is a good thing when your baby is learning to eat and what to do if your baby chokes on food.


Listen to this episode to learn:

  1. Which foods are choking risks and how to modify them to make them safe for your baby
  2. Why it is important not to intervene during a gag…and how to react when your baby gags
  3. What to do if your baby chokes on food 


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https://www.babyledweaning.co/podcast/425


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