Did you know that around 9 mos a #baby starts to follow the eye gaze of their caregiver. So, if your baby starts to gag & you look anxious your baby is watching you and might become frightened too! Confident eye gaze establishes trust between YOU + baby & baby + FOOD. #MsDawnSLP
That 1st birthday is a huge milestone for swallowing, oral motor, feeding & eating skills! On our blog @MsDawnSLP our pediatric feeding specialist outlines the feeding changes that occur, plus some expert tips to help you along the way. #ezpzfun
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These fabulous sensorimotor devices were designed to help babies practice their feeding, munching, biting + chewing skills. Designed by a Pediatric Feeding Specialist @msdawnslp. https://t.co/Cz9X5IjVIz
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Did you know I designed the Tiny Pops for @ezpzfun? Use my 4 P's approach to make #BLW popsicles for #baby! POUR breast milk, PRESS + TURN popsicle handle to secure it, PLACE mold into the freezer, PEEL the popsicle sleeve Go to: https://t.co/kvJL6HTTFN #BabyLedWeaning
For those who keep saying they don't understand why we are so focused on masks: Mask mandates are the policy that would instantly make a huge difference to the lives of higher risk people. It would mean they could go on public transport, access medical care, & other basic needs.
โThe link between lack of sleep and cancer is now so strong that the World Health Organization has classified any form of nighttime shift work as a probable carcinogen." https://t.co/zp1zU40naY
Are you confused about when and/or how to offer peanuts to your #baby? On our blog, @MsDawnSLP teaches HOW to prepare peanut protein safely & WHY itโs so important to do so early + often. https://t.co/wx4R6cPhpU #ezpzfun#BLW#babyledweaning
Tips for offering purees to your ๐ถ:
1. Offer different puree consistencies
2. Offer different utensils
Thin Puree in a straw cup, Thicker Puree in an open cup, Lumpy Puree in a suction bowl with a baby-led spoon. #BLW#firsttimeparent#babyledweaning