5 Things I Would Do Differently if I Started BLW All Over Again
Aug 15, 2022
The host shares hard-earned lessons from their chaotic journey with quadruplet baby-led weaning. They emphasize the importance of waiting for your baby's readiness instead of succumbing to pressure. Learn how proper foot positioning aids safe swallowing, and why using suction plates can be a game changer for early eaters. Discover the value of cycling familiar foods with new textures, flavors, and allergens. Get ready for an entertaining mix of reflection and practical advice for navigating the wild world of solid foods!
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Ignore Early Solids Pressure
Ignore pressure to start solids early, even from family.
Trust your knowledge of your baby's developmental readiness.
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Support Baby's Feet
Ensure baby's feet rest flat on a solid surface during mealtimes.
Dangling feet hinder safe swallowing and core stability.
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Use Suction Plates/Bowls
Offer early eaters food on suction plates or bowls, not directly on the tray.
This helps babies with palmer grasp pick up food effectively.
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#255: I love a good failure reflection and this episode is FULL of it for you. If I were starting baby-led weaning all over again, here are 5 things I would do differently.
In order to bring you this episode, I went BACK into my phone to the very first few weeks of doing BLW with my baby quadruplets and cringed SO HARD at my mistakes.
My focus as a dietitian specializing in baby-led weaning is to help you learn about all of the things your baby CAN eat - but it may also be helpful to know what to avoid, and that’s what I’m covering in this episode.
In this episode you will learn:
Why you should ignore pressure about starting solid foods before your baby is ready
How to remedy “dangling feet” and why having baby’s feet resting on a solid footplate is essential for promoting safe swallow
The benefits of offering early eaters food out of a suction plate or bowl and not directly on the tray or table
How to cycle familiar foods back into your baby’s diet while continuing to offer new foods, flavors, textures and allergenic ingredients.
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