Ep. 44 - Baby Led Weaning 101: Dr. Krupa Playforth on Starting Solids and Feeding Growing Kids with Confidence

Ep. 44 - Baby Led Weaning 101: Dr. Krupa Playforth on Starting Solids and Feeding Growing Kids with Confidence

Author: Local Moms Network June 24, 2025 Duration: 32:28
Moms, feeding our kids can be the most basic and most mind-boggling task we have as parents. What seems simple and intuitive can be stressful! After all, our approach and habits literally teach a child how to eat.Exclusive breastfeeding or introducing foods?When do we start foods?Purees or solids?On top of all the questions, we have to discern between science and chatter.That’s why Dr. Krupa Playforth is such a saving grace!A board-certified pediatrician, Dr. Playforth is also co-author of the acclaimed book “Baby Leads the Way: An Evidence-Based Guide to Introducing Solid Foods.”She sets the records straight with so much powerful wisdom, like:*staying away from rigid choices, allowing you to experiment and react to your child’s specific needs*the difference in approaches between starting with purees and smaller whole foods*the important distinction between gagging and choking*why Dr. Playforth calls out the children’s vitamin industry and encourages parents to beware*manageable nutrition goals for older kids too (think big picture!)You can find more on Dr. Krupa Playforth on her website thepediatricianmom.com and make sure to follow her on IG @thepediatricianmom Find us at thelocalmomsnetwork.comFollow us on IG @thelocalmomsnetworkSend us your ideas for our next podcast!Email demetra@thelocalmomsnetwork.com

Hosted by Demetra Ganias-a writer and mother of three who’s navigating the same daily realities-MomCast is a conversation from the trenches of modern parenting. This podcast, from the Local Moms Network, moves beyond simple tips to explore the nuanced, often unspoken layers of family life, culture, and society that shape our days. Demetra guides honest talks with both leading experts and fellow moms who get it, tackling questions about child development, personal identity, and the balancing act that rarely feels balanced. The dialogue here is less about perfect answers and more about shared understanding, offering perspectives that resonate whether you’re in the car line or stealing a quiet moment. It’s a space where the complexities of raising kids intersect with everything else, acknowledging that motherhood is as much about the world we’re preparing our children for as it is about the snack currently ground into the car seat. Tune in for a genuine, sometimes messy, but always connecting look at this defining chapter. You’ll find a sense of community in this podcast, a feeling that someone is putting words to your own experience, making the journey feel a little less solitary and a lot more seen.
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