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This week, we’re sharing a top parenting hack to help you deal with food refusal or tossing and the inside track on why it’s really okay to encourage your child to play with food (spoiler alert: it...

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Weaning Q&A With Lucy Upton - Part 4

As the holiday season approaches, we’re considering how to keep babies hydrated and whether bottled water is safe. Without further ado, it’s over to Lucy.

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Weaning Q&A With Lucy Upton - Part 3

This week it’s the big one - baby food pouches, yay or nay? The ups, downs and how to use them wisely.

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Weaning Q&A With Lucy Upton - Part 2

This week among other things, we’re talking about P Fruits for Poo, the truth behind tongue-thrusting and whether to wake or not wake a sleeping baby for mealtimes! Let’s dive in.

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Weaning Q&A With Lucy Upton - Part 1

This week, we’re talking about F.I.N.G.E.R., a handy little acronym to help you get to grips with finger food. We'll also discuss what foods to start with, the lowdown on lap feeding, and why intro...

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The Language of Eating: Hack Their Eating Habits

We caught up with our resident expert, Specialist Paediatric Dietitian, Lucy Upton, to crack the code on dealing with food refusal and fussy eating.

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90/90/90: Why Your Baby Needs Their Feet To Eat

How your baby or child is seated at mealtimes may be further down your priority list – but it is more important than you think, and for some children, it can transform mealtimes. And here’s why….

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Baby Food Pouches: The Good, The Bad & The Ugly

Have you seen Panorama's The Truth About Baby Food Pouches?We caught up with our resident expert, Specialist Paediatric Dietitian, Lucy Upton, to unravel the facts behind the headlines.

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How to Survive Clock Changes: Prepping Your Little One for Daylight Savings

Sleep is always a hot topic when it comes to parenting, and there’s nothing like a clock change to threaten the equilibrium and routine we teeter precariously on the brink of. Fear not! We’ve teame...

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8 Reasons Multi-sensory Meals Matter

We caught up with resident Sensory Scientist and Nutritionist Zenia Deogan to get the inside track on how to start serving power-packed multi-sensory meals today.

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A Flavourful Start: Why Introducing Spices Early in Weaning Matters

Did you know that feeding experts recommend introducing spices into your little one’s diet right from the very beginning of weaning? Intrigued? We caught up with our resident expert, Zeonia Deoga...

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Choosing the Best Spoons for Weaning: An Expert Guide for Parents

Remember, the right utensils can make your weaning journey smoother, encouraging your baby to develop healthy eating habits and fostering a positive relationship with food. You’re better off sacrif...

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