Responsive Feeding: The Baby-First Guide to Stress-Free Weaning, Healthy Eating, and Mealtime Bonding
Food and drink, Parenting, Health and medicine
Synthetic audio, Automated braille
Summary
The authoritative guide to feeding babies and toddlers &“responsively&”—the no-fuss method that follows your child&’s cues and sets the stage for healthy eating! When should I start my baby on solids? Should I offer purees— or try baby-led weaning? What… if my toddler rejects new foods? Feeding therapist Melanie Potock has answers to all in Responsive Feeding. The secret? Tune in to your child&’s cues, and you&’ll know what&’s right for her. With Responsive Feeding, you won&’t have to choose between the spoon-led and baby-led approach or cajole your baby to &“eat up&” when he&’s fussy. Instead, every meal becomes a fun learning experience that will engage each of your baby&’s senses—and strengthen your bond. • Gauge your baby&’s readiness for solid foods.• Introduce bold flavors to set the stage for a lifetime of adventurous eating.• Navigate tricky transitions and picky eating—peacefully.• Watch your baby become a confident, independent eater! Potock guides parents along every step of the way, from &“to bib or not to bib?&” and how to wrangle a &“food thrower&” to the merits of a &“nibble tray&” for hangry toddlers and considerations for special needs. Raising a mindful, healthy eater is just a bite away!