02 - Starting Solids - with Luka and Kate

Welcome back to Boob to Food - The Podcast! Each week we will be bringing you practical wisdom, expert advice and inspiring stories from other families as they navigate the rollercoaster of parenting.

In this episode we go through one of our most frequently asked topics - starting solids, with your hosts

• Luka McCabe - founder of Boob to Food, author of Milk to Meals, registered nurse and midwife, as well as mum of 3
• Kate Holm - naturopath, nutritionist, clinical director of Boob to Food and mum of 2 (with a third on the way!)

In this podcast we cover:

• When is the right time to introduce solids
• What are the signs of readiness and how will you know if your baby is ready
• One of the reasons why some health professionals still recommend introducing solids at 4 months of age
• Debunking some of the myths and misconceptions around starting solids
• The difference between Baby Led Weaning (BLW) and spoon feeding, and which is right for your family
• The best time of day to introduce solids
• The top foods and nutrients to focus on for your baby
• and more!

Some additional resources we mention or you might enjoy:

• Our in depth blog on SODIUM FOR BABIES
• The importance of IRON AND ZINC and some ways you can offer these nutrients
• MILK TO MEALS book containing in depth information and 80+ recipes to support you and your baby

Today's episode was brought to you by Oh Baby School of Holistic Nutrition. Oh Baby is the only school that specialises exclusively in holistic health for pregnancy, postpartum, and babies, and is where Luka studied to become a Nutrition Consultant. The in depth and practical course is offered 100% online, so is ideal for new mothers seeking a fulfilling and flexible career. If you already have a background in nutrition or already work with mothers and babies, this allows you to deepen your expertise and expand your offerings - or if you don’t, it is an amazing opportunity to learn tools to support yourself and your own family. Use the code BOOBTOFOOD to deduct the $300 enrolment fee when you sign up. Visit www.ohbabynutrition.com for more details.

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Presented by Luka McCabe and Kate Holm

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