#479: Does your baby need teeth to eat? Chewing is more about jaw strength and coordination than having teeth…and you would be surprised how many soft foods your baby can eat before they have a tooth or teeth. In this episode we explore how to safely offer finger fods to your baby before they have teeth.
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Oct 12
Baby-Led Weaning Basics: Is My Baby Ready to Start Solid Foods?
#141: Is your baby really ready to start solid foods? If you’re getting conflicting advice about starting at 4 months, waiting until 6 months, sitting independently or showing interest in food, it can be hard to know when it’s actually safe to begin. In this episode, I’m breaking ... Show More
18m 29s
Jun 2023
06. The truth behind playing with your food...should you be letting your baby/toddler do this?
<p>We’ve all heard the phrase, “Don’t play with your food!” But…there are reasons maybe we *should* be allowing play at the table as we introduce solids, do baby-led weaning (BLW) and during toddlerhood as well! This episode dives into the benefits of bringing play to mealtime, a ... Show More
21 m
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.See pc ... Show More
25m 4s