Protective Nourishment: What is it? Why is it Important?

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If you're planning to start baby-led weaning soon, or you just want to learn a little more about nourishing your little one, this episode is for you!The first few years of our child’s life truly are our window of opportunity to set them up for a life of thriving health.  Research shows that nutritional status during the first 1000 days of our child's life can influence their lifelong health and development.  We have the ability to defend our little one's health from their very first bites and beyond, and we can use Holistic Baby-Led Weaning to do so!This episode dives into what Holistic Baby-Led Weaning is, and how it can transform your child's health.Download your FREE Holistic Baby-Led Weaning Guide HERE Connect with me on Instagram @thrivingfoundations !

Is the fear of your little one choking or gagging holding you back from starting Baby-Led weaning?  If so, you're not alone!  This is the number one concern most parents have when starting Baby-Led Weaning.  This episode dives into the differences between choking and gagging and discusses what to do in either circumstance.  You will also learn why gagging is actually good and how it serves as a protective mechanism to help prevent your baby from choking.  Maybe you already know that gagging is actually a good thing, but you're still uneasy about seeing your baby gag... I've got you! That's why I've shared my number one tip for staying calm and at ease (physically and mentally) when your baby is gagging.  Looking for a list of foods to avoid when starting BLW?  Or a simple list of ways you can reduce your child's risk for choking?  This episode has got you covered!Additional Resources:Harvard Health: Heimlich maneuver on an infantAmerican Red Cross: Infant & Child CPR American Heart Association: Infant CPR training kitsConnect with me on Instagram @thrivingfoundationsQuestions/comments?  Email me: [email protected] 

Is baby-led weaning safe?  Does it pose a higher risk for choking?  How can I reduce my child's risk for choking? If you've asked any of these questions, you're not alone. These are some of the most common questions among parents and care providers.  The idea of your little one independently feeding themselves from the very might sound appealing, but is it safe? Listen to find out!This episode breaks down the most up-to-date evidence supporting the safety of baby-led weaning.  Study #1 - Check out HEREStudy #2 - Check out HEREDownload your FREE Holistic BLW/Protective Nourishment Guide HERE Follow @thrivingfoundations on Instagram! 

You work too hard to waste your hard-earned money on things you regret buying.  There are a gazillion products out there marketed strategically to make you think you NEED them, but the truth is, you really don't need much to get started on your BLW journey.   In this episode, I share 7 things which I think are actually worth your money, and why.  This episode was created by popular demand and I hope it saves you the time, money, and frustration that you might otherwise spend researching or buying things you're unhappy with.Products Mentioned in this episode (click the names to follow the link):Our favorite highchair: Stokke Tripp Trapp Travel highchair: InglesinaNon-Toxic plates/bowls/utensils: Avanchy [Code "THRIVE15" for 15% off]Highchair Footrest: Peachy Little ThingsFiltering Water Bottle: BerkeyToddler Water Bottle: CamelbakOpen-top cups: Green Sprouts and ezpz Silicone Bibs: Domi BabyMontessori Learning Tower: Sprout Kids [Code "THRIVE10" for 10% off]Lunch Box: Planet Box and Seed & SproutOut of integrity, I'm only sharing products we personally use and trust. For some of the products linked above, I may make a small commission on purchases made through the link, which go to support our small little family, and help our mission to change the health of God's beautiful children.  Follow @thrivingfoundations on Instagram!

This episode covers 7 tips to help make baby-led weaning easier (and more enjoyable) for you AND baby.  Check out our favorite BLW eating utensils here 👉🏼 https://avanchy.com/Connect with me on Instagram for tips, recipes, and more!Download your FREE Holistic BLW Guide HERE.

How can you defend your little one's health from their very first bites and beyond?  Through protective nourishment!What is protective nourishment?  This episode dives into what it means to nourish your little one in a protective way, and why it is important if you want to help your little one grow into their happiest, healthiest, strongest, and smartest self.Want help finding local/fresh/quality food?Connect with me on Instagram HERE !Email me at: [email protected]

So you've joined all the baby-led weaning Facebook groups, read multiple books, and saved more recipes on Pinterest than you can count...but is the advice given in these sound?This episode discusses what I believe to be the biggest baby-led weaning myth that might actually harm your child's health.  This myth is one of the most common pieces of advice in the baby-led weaning world.  If you've joined any BLW Facebook groups, you've likely come across this advice.  So what is this myth, and why is it a myth?  Listen to find out!  Want to learn more about Holistic Baby-Led Weaning?  Get your FREE guide HERE !

This episode discusses the risks of introducing solid foods early, the issues with starting too late, and how to know when YOUR baby is ready for this exciting transition!FREE Holistic Baby-Led Weaning Guide - Download here!

This episode dives into five ways baby-led weaning helps build thriving foundations. Want to learn what protective nourishment is all about? --> FREE DOWNLOAD