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How to Choose a Safe Seat for Your Baby to Eat with Kirsti Vandraas
#92: Ever wonder why some high chairs seem to “work” for starting solid foods while others leave your baby slumped, feet dangling, and frustrated? In this episode, I’m joined by physiotherapist and ergonomist Kirsti Vandraas to break down what a safe, supportive baby seat should ... Show More
35m 8s
Feb 9
Pantry Planning for Baby-Led Weaning
#91: Starting solid foods doesn’t mean buying special baby food, or adding weird ingredients to your shopping list. In this episode, I’m showing you how to use pantry staples you already have to support baby-led weaning. You’ll learn what to look for on labels, which shelf-stable ... Show More
17m 58s
Feb 5
A Big Sister’s Perspective on Picky Eating with Molly Ferraro
#90: If you’re starting solid foods with your baby and feeding an older child who’s more selective, this episode is for you. In this throwback conversation, I’m joined by my oldest daughter Molly, who was six years old at the time of this recording (and is now eleven). As the big ... Show More
16m 20s
Apr 2024
How to introduce solid food to your baby: A nervous parent's guide
Chewing, choking hazards, high chairs – oh my! Starting solid foods with your little one can be as stressful as it is special. A pediatric dietitian and a pediatrician discuss menu choices, allergens, safety and schedules to help you and your little one succeed with solids.
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25m 4s
Aug 2024
2680: How to Help Children Become Healthy Eaters - Especially Vegetables? by Dr. Laura Markham of Peaceful Parent Happy Kids
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Episode 2680:
Dr. Laura Markham shares strategies to encourage children to eat vegetables and fruits by making them regular parts o ... Show More
9m 20s
Oct 2025
The Gut-Baby Connection: What Every Pregnant Woman Needs to Know
<p>Your gut isn’t just about digestion — it’s shaping your baby’s health from the very first bite!</p><p>In this episode, we uncover the surprising ways your gut impacts baby’s immune system, brain development, and even lifelong wellness.</p><p>From what to eat each trimester, to ... Show More
34m 26s
Jul 2025
How to Get Your Toddler to Listen Without Yelling: 7 Everyday Strategies Ep 111
Is your toddler always pushing back, melting down, or refusing to help? From messy playtime to getting out the door, you’ll learn how to: – Encourage turn-taking, even with babies – Turn cleanup into connection – Use routines and rules to reduce drama – Make transitions smoother ... Show More
41m 10s
Apr 2025
The Follow-Up: 5 Science-Backed Parenting Principles
In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Aliza Pressman (@raisinggoodhumanspodcast), developmental psychologist, author, and host of the Raising Good Humans podcast, to break down her science-backed framework for parenting: the 5 R’s — Reflection, Regulation, Rules, Repair, and Relat ... Show More
14m 45s
#467: Food manufacturers love to make “healthy” sounding products for babies to eat and you to buy. In this episode I’m looking at 5 seemingly healthy foods for babies that are actually unsafe…along with substitutes for other foods that are better for your baby.
Listen to this episode to learn:
Why manufacturers don’t make baby food desserts anymore…except ... Show More