The.Baby.Dietitian

The.Baby.Dietitian Registered Dietitian + International Board Certified Lactation Consultant.

02/07/2026

Did you know that research shows there is no difference in choking episodes between those fed traditional purees versus baby-led weaning style?

Check out what the research shows below. As always, I highly encourage you to become educated on safe feeding practices and no matter which feeding approach you use, becoming CPR trained is highly recommended.

“A significant difference was observed in the variety of foods given to infants at both 6 and 15 months according to the age at which they began to have lumps in their food, and feeding difficulties were more likely to occur when lumps were introduced at or after 10 months of age.” Northstone K, Emmett P, Nethersole F; ALSPAC Study Team. Avon Longitudinal Study of Pregnancy and Childhood. The effect of age of introduction to lumpy solids on foods eaten and reported feeding difficulties at 6 and 15 months. PMID: 11301932.

“Baby-led weaning was not associated with increased risk of choking and the highest frequency of choking on finger foods occurred in those who were given finger foods the least often.”
✨Brown A. No difference in self-reported frequency of choking between infants introduced to solid foods using a baby-led weaning or traditional spoon-feeding approach. PMID: 29205569.

“The BLW group of babies, when compared to the traditional eating group, were less prone to being overweight, less demanding of food, and ate the same foods as the family. The number of choking episodes did not differ between groups.
✨ PMID: 29995141; PMCID: PMC6202902.

Key point, no matter what type of weaning method you use, make sure you are offering lots of variety in texture! Comment “baby” for our full Baby Leads The Way Guide published by the AAP.

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Once again, I want to add a disclaimer: in a perfect scenario, I wouldn’t have to do any of these—but I know that comes ...
02/06/2026

Once again, I want to add a disclaimer: in a perfect scenario, I wouldn’t have to do any of these—but I know that comes with privilege. If my baby doesn’t latch, has health issues at birth, or if I experience health issues, we’ll need to modify the plan, and that is completely okay. These are simply things I would prefer to avoid if possible.

If you have questions about when to start solids, when to introduce allergens, breastfeeding after cesareans, or my previous cesarean births, I have evidence-based blogs on all of these topics. Comment “blogs” and I’ll send them your way.

Target Finds for Baby 👌🏻Six months + with all signs of readiness. I share this with a disclaimer that whatever food you ...
02/06/2026

Target Finds for Baby 👌🏻

Six months + with all signs of readiness.

I share this with a disclaimer that whatever food you can get for your baby is an awesome option.

These are some of my favorite options that are nutrient dense and appropriate to give younger kiddos. Please know that each child will have differing feeding skills and some of these foods may not be safe for all babies/toddlers - use your judgment and avoid providing if you are unsure if your baby can safely chew and swallow the food.

Things I look for when picking out products:
- 0g added sugar or minimal added sugar
- Lower in sodium, preferably

Reminder: when I say I don’t usually serve these foods, I don’t mean they’re off-limits. No foods are “forbidden” in our...
02/03/2026

Reminder: when I say I don’t usually serve these foods, I don’t mean they’re off-limits. No foods are “forbidden” in our house. We focus on meeting nutrient needs with a well-rounded diet and we allow candy, cake, hot dogs, etc. when they’re available. These are just foods we don’t typically keep stocked at home.

Absolutely no fear-mongering or judgment here if these foods are regulars in your home. Every family has to do what works best for them, factoring in budget, access, culture, preferences, and specific health needs. Nutrition is nuanced—there is no one-size-fits-all approach.

Quick note on sweeteners:
Even though stevia and monk fruit come from natural sources, they’re still considered high-intensity sweeteners and are not currently recommended for young children. There’s limited data on non-nutritive sweeteners in the pediatric population, and no safety recommendations can be made for children under 2 due to research gaps.

I have a full evidence-based post breaking down artificial sweeteners, non-nutritive sweeteners, and added sugar—comment “sugar” and I’ll send it your way.

If you have questions about:
• processed meats
• protein needs in childhood
• plant-based milk alternatives
• favorite lower-added-sugar snack bars
• fat needs in childhood

I’ve got blogs on all of these. Comment “blog” and I’ll send them over 🤍

02/02/2026

Fighting for my life over here to get my iron levels up 🤣

Only one week until I can start colostrum harvesting this pregnancy. These are the products I will be using to express, ...
02/01/2026

Only one week until I can start colostrum harvesting this pregnancy. These are the products I will be using to express, store, and bring the colostrum to the hospital.

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Hospital snack bag has been packed 👌🏻Focusing on snacks that are yummy but also have a good balance of macronutrients fo...
02/01/2026

Hospital snack bag has been packed 👌🏻

Focusing on snacks that are yummy but also have a good balance of macronutrients for energy.

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01/31/2026

Quick notes:
Cooked shrimp is rubbery in texture and is a potential choking hazard for infants, so we recommend holding off on serving shrimp until 8-9 months and finely dicing into non-round pieces.You can serve our Savory Shrimp Bites starting at 6 months, as blending changes the texture. Either way, be sure to monitor for allergic reactions and serve only as you feel comfortable. We recommend serving 1oz low mercury seafood 1-2x per week so baby can get the benefit of healthy omega 3’s, but not be exposed to too much mercury. Shrimp can be higher in sodium, so we recommend serving occasionally.

Instructions
1. Pulse raw shrimp in a food processor a few times to chop shrimp into small pea-sized pieces. You can also use a knife to finely dice the shrimp.
2. Combine diced shrimp and rest of all ingredients (except oil) in a bowl until well blended.
3. Scoop out 2 tbsp of mixture at a time and form into a 1/4” thick round discs.
4. Add enough oil to just coat the bottom of a large frying pan, heat to medium-high heat and cook shrimp bites for 3-4 minutes on each side until lightly golden brown.

How to serve:
Serve whole for 6-9 months or break into small bite-sized pieces for 9+ months.

How to store:
Refrigerate for up to two days. Reheat in the microwave, an air-fryer, or a pan. Do not freeze.

Want more meals for you and your baby? comment “5” and I will send you 5 free family recipes from

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“One cannot think well, love well, sleep well, if one has not dined well.” -Virginia Woolf

I am Dietitian who believes in not following a diet, I believe that moderation and portion control are key and that having a diet full of variety is the best way to nourish your body. I believe in only providing my readers with credible and researched based information. In a society where the main topic of conversation is “what is the easiest way to lose weight?”, I believe dietitians are needed more than ever to dispel food myths and promote healthy eating and healthy self image.

Together we can begin making a healthy, individualized, and specific nutrition plan for you! Contact me today