Episode Summary
Is My Baby on Track? Understanding Feeding Milestones
Join Lena for an intimate conversation about your baby’s feeding milestones – from those first precious nursing moments through confident self-feeding. This isn’t about creating anxiety or checking boxes; it’s about celebrating your child’s unique journey and trusting both your instincts and their natural development.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✨ Birth to 3 Months: Why breast milk is liquid gold that adapts to your baby’s needs
✨ 4-6 Months: Reading ALL the readiness signs (not just age) before starting solids
✨ 6-9 Months: Embracing the beautiful mess of self-feeding exploration
✨ 9-12 Months: Supporting confident, independent eating skills
✨ Red Flags: When to trust your mama instincts and seek early intervention
Key Takeaways
💚 Every child’s feeding journey is beautifully unique
💚 Extended breastfeeding provides incredible benefits – nurse as long as YOU choose
💚 Animal-based foods offer optimal nutrition without plant toxins or excess sugars
💚 Early intervention is most effective when started promptly
💚 Your maternal instincts are your most important tool
Resources Mentioned
🌸 BLOOM Framework: Learn more at lenalivinsky.com/bloom
🌸 When to Seek Support: Trust your instincts – pediatric SLP consultation
🌸 First Foods: Focus on egg yolks, soft meats, and nutrient-dense options
Additional Resources
🌸 ASHA Feeding Milestones: Evidence-based guidelines at asha.org/feeding-milestones
Quote of the Episode
“Your feeding journey is a love story. Honor it, trust it, and know that every spoonful, every nursing session, every messy self-feeding attempt is building something beautiful between you and your child.”
Connect with Lena
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🌐 Website: lenalivinsky.com
📧 Questions? Reach out – I’m here to help
Remember, sweet mama: Trust your journey, trust your baby, trust yourself. You’ve got this! 💚
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