Toddler nutrition program by Sanchita Daswani - https://www.sanchitadaswani.com/toddlers In this episode, Sanchita and Rinie discuss all about distraction feeding. The discussion goes into understanding about what it is really is and if it is a problem for our kids in the long term. They then discuss why distraction feeding has become so common and all the pressures we face as parents that has led to this. They then shift gears towards solutions and simple ways to slowly move away from distraction feeding at mealtimes.

(00:00) Welcome

(02:09) Our experience with distracted feeding

(03:49) What is distraction feeding?

(05:23) Is distraction feeding a problem?

(09:01) Why is distraction feeding so common?

(15:19) The pressure working parents face

(18:23) How to break the cycle of distracted feeding

(20:20) How to reduce screen time during meals

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(00:00) - Welcome

(03:05) - Impact of a child's sleep on parents' lives

(05:58) - Rinie's experience with sleep Consulting and training

(09:02) - Rinie's experience with sleep training

(10:21) - Sanchita's experience with sleep training twins

(13:24) - What is sleep training?

(16:24) - What is the best right age for sleep training?

(19:48) - What is the best sleep training method?

(22:34) - Is it safe for babies to cry during sleep training?

(25:29) - Does sleep training damage attachment?

(28:22) - What if mom wants to sleep train but dad/grandma isn't supportive?

(31:03) - How to get started with sleep training?

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Infant Sleep Training Program by Rinie - https://www.yawntodawnconsulting.com/infantsleep

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In this episode, Rinie and Sanchita discuss the common issue of babies waking up every two hours and and discuss the common reasons why babies wake up frequently at night, including hunger, teething, sleep regression, and sleep associations. The conversation then delves into the concept of external sleep associations and how they can contribute to frequent night wakings. The conversation concludes with a mention of sleep training as a potential solution for improving sleep habits.

(00:00) Welcome

(3:22) Are all night wakings due to hunger?

(8:24) The real reason babies wake frequently

(12:08) Is nursing to sleep a "bad" habit?

(16:03) Does teething cause night wakings?

(19:18) Impact of sleep regressions on sleep

(28:05) Solution to two hourly night wakings

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Starting solids 1:1 program by Sanchita Daswani - https://www.sanchitadaswani.com/introtosolids

Solids Made Simple online course by Sanchita Daswani - https://www.sanchitadaswani.com/solidsmadesimplecourse

In this episode, Sanchita and Rinie break down important information you need to know before starting solids. From knowing when your baby is ready to not getting fooled by false signs. They then further discuss the importance of not focusing on quantity when starting solids and its long term impact on our kids’s health. They further break down common myths we hear on how we must start solids to help you navigate this journey better.

(00:00) Welcome

(03:19) Introduction and When we started solids

(07:50) Readiness signs for starting solids

(10:12) False signs of readiness

(10:54) Why you should not pressure your child to eat a certain amount

(15:17) Why the force feeding culture is so prominent

(18:59) Should you start with savoury or sweet foods?

(20:57) Should you offer the same food for three days?

(22:50) Can we add seasonings to baby’s food?

(23:32) Can babies have salt and sugar?

(27:06) Best tip for when starting solids

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