Your Family Nutritionist

23/11/2025

This Tuesday I am in Brentwood for my last Brentwood weaning workshop of the year!

If you are thinking about introducing solids to your little one, and need some professional help and on-going support then there are still places available!

Bookings are done via my website (see bio)

21/11/2025

Ok, think I have seen it all!

I was (no more!) following a weaning "expert" on Instagram (no nutrition degree incidentally which I think is vital) and I have just seen that they are actively encouraging weaning babies to have rusks! Why?!

There is more sugar in a rusk that a McVities digestive biscuit - the second ingredient in rusks is sugar - there is nothing in this product which will be beneficial to your baby's health so I think this is a poor judgement in terms of duty of care.

There is even a message by Heinz in bold on the package reminding us about regular teeth brushing!?

I pride myself on knowledge and science when it comes to introducing solids as this is an essential part of our baby's development and health outcomes.

Please be careful what advice you read and follow - it is not all good!

20/11/2025

Not the best pic, but I've just found this photo of Francesca eating using the baby-led weaning route when on holiday!
We stayed at a lovely hotel in Spain and it had fantastic buffet food - so she just tucked in!

Weaning on holiday can be so easy! Book onto a workshop and I'll explain more!

20/11/2025

Ready for my Chelmsford weaning workshop at centre!

My next Chelmsford workshop is on the 11th of December so make sure you grab your spot!

19/11/2025

We eat with our eyes!

When we eat, we use every single sense in our body and sight is one of the most important senses when it comes to learning about food.

If food is bright in colour, of differing textures and looks inviting, we are more likely to try it!

Imagine being presented with some gloopy pale baby rice or a selection of food as shown here - which one would you go for!? It is the same with babies.

Let's not forget that us humans are complex beings who want to be inspired - so inspire you little ones as they start their weaning adventures!

For more info and support on how to do this and have a fun, healthy and safe weaning journey, check out my website! (see bio)

18/11/2025

I love it when I receive photos of the yummy foods you are making for your weaning babies!

Bea's parents had me over for a 1:1 session as they were feeling a little overwhelmed with the whole weaning process, and their gorgeous little girl also has CMPA - so this made everything just that little bit more stressful!

So, I have been supporting them and told them about porridge fingers which can be a great brekkie!

So, these are the finished results! And, Bea loves them!

This recipe is from the book What Mummy Makes which is one of my favourite weaning recipe books!

18/11/2025

Recently I've been on a bit of a weight loss journey and have now lost 2 and a half stone (16kg) and am feeling great!

One of the dishes I love is chia pudding as its tasty, healthy and filling!

Chia seeds are high in protein, fibre, omega fatty acids and calcium!

Here's the recipe!

150g raspberries squished with the back of a fork.
4 tbsp chia seeds.
1/2 cup full fat Greek yogurt.
1/2 cup of any milk
1/2 tsp vanilla extract.

Mix all together and leave to firm up in fridge overnight. Serve with any toppings. I served with pomegranate seeds and honey.

Enjoy!

17/11/2025

Eek - December dates!
As you can see, I am only running 3 public sessions in December due to school holidays and other commitments.

I do have space for private group or 1:1 workshops though if this is something you are thinking about.

Also, my 2026 Billericay, Chelmsford, Rayleigh and Online public workshop dates are up on the website. I will add Brentwood later and maybe a couple of other areas too.

Check out my website (see bio) to secure your place.

13/11/2025

I think when we start introducing solids to our baby, we assume that they will "get it" straight away and I can assure you, this isn't always the case!

Eating is the most complicated sensory thing we do as a human therefore for some babies, learning to eat can take months!

I spend lots of time with parents who have seen their little one struggling with weaning and if this is you, this may help.

If you would like a 1:1 visit from me, to assist you in your weaning adventures, just drop me a message or check out my website for prices!

09/11/2025

One of my favourite recipes for weaning babies!
So tasty and healthy.
Perfect for on the go, batch cooking and snacks!

07/11/2025

My next Billericay workshop is this Friday!
Come and learn how to make weaning safe, healthy and fun!

See website for booking details!

07/11/2025

Guys, grab a space quickly!!

Grab the last Home class dates of the year!

💙Our award winning 2 hour Family First Aid classes are designed specially for parents to give confidence to know what to do in an emergency involving your baby or child.

If you can’t make one of our public classes or would just prefer to learn at home 🏠 why not book a private class!

🌼Our 2 hour Baby & Child First Aid classes are £25 per person (minimum booking is for 4 people)

Dates are available until the end of the year!, Dates get booked up quickly.

⭐️Weekdays, evenings and weekends are available⭐️

Book here:

https://bookwhen.com/daisyfirstaidsouthend

💙These classes are perfect for -

🤰🏻Expectant parents
🧑‍🍼Brand new parents
👫Antenatal groups and friends
🥕 Parents who are starting to wean
👶🏻parents with babies who have just started crawling
👧🏽parents with adventurous toddlers
👵👩‍🦰Grandparents & other family members who are helping with childcare

💙whatever stage of parenting you’re at, it’s never too late to do a first aid class

We cover:

🔹CPR & recovery positions
🔹Choking
🔹Meningitis
🔹Anaphylaxis
🔹Burns
🔹Head injuries
🔹Febrile seizures
🔹Broken bones
🔹Accidental poisoning
🔹Bleeding & bandaging
🔹Shock

Classes are safe during pregnancy.

Please get in touch with any questions.
Chloe@daisyfirstaid.com
07800544189

Don’t take my word for how good my classes are! Check out my 5⭐️ reviews:

http://www.daisyfirstaid.com/southend-on-sea