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This week's episode starts with some personal updates, sharing Emily's recent experience of being a labor and delivery nurse again as she assisted in delivering her sister's baby. The excitement and high from the delivery are discussed, Jamie reflects on Emily's claim that she can still handle working a night shift and humorously debunks it, citing Emily\u2019s inability to function without adequate sleep, especially with three children and a dog.

In this episode, Jamie and Emily welcome back special guest Malina Malkani, MS, RDN, CDN, a pediatric registered dietitian.They dive into the wild world of toddler picky eating, where Malina reassures us that it's totally normal, shedding light on the growth patterns that contribute to changing appetites and shares on steering clear of food battles without resorting to bribes. Malina spills the beans on why exposing toddlers to new foods in a neutral way is the secret sauce. The discussion also touches on common pitfalls with snacks and how to maintain a balanced approach to toddler nutrition.

Later on, the trio tackles the snack saga, uncovering the art of managing picky eaters and sticking to a mealtime routine. Malina emphasizes the importance of frequent, small meals to accommodate the limited capacity of children's tummies. She's all about a solid schedule, suggesting a meal or snack every two to three hours to dodge the pitfalls of excessive snacking.\xa0 Malina explains that snacks, like goldfish, often provide comfort and familiarity for children, but cautions against letting them fill up at meal times. The conversation delves into the significance of modeling good eating habits as parents and maintaining a food schedule to create a sense of predictability for children. They even tackle handling hunger right before a meal, turning it into a golden opportunity to slip in those less-loved veggies.

The discussion concludes with insights into safe foods, the importance of consistency, and the potential need for supplements, with Malina advising a food-first approach and collaboration with a pediatric dietitian for personalized guidance. It's a goldmine of practical tips for all the parents out there wading through the challenges of feeding their little ones.

You can connect with Malina on Instagram at @healthy.mom.healthy.kids, and her Solve Picky Eating course is available https://www.malinamalkani.com/solve-picky-eating; use the code \u201cNurture\u201d at checkout for discounts. Additionally, her Baby-Led Weaning book is available for purchase\xa0HERE.\xa0She is also the author\xa0of\xa0Simple and Safe Baby-Led Weaning: How to Integrate Foods, Manage Portion Sizes and Identify Allergies.\xa0Private Pediatric Nutrition Practice:\xa0https://www.malinamalkani.com/work-with-malina-malkani\xa0\xa0

In this live Ask A NAPS nurse, address a question related to nap transitions for toddlers. Focusing on signs that it's time to drop a nap, Emily shares insights based on her experiences with her third child and emphasizes the importance of paying attention to individual children's needs. The conversation covers practical tactics like capping the morning nap or gradually transitioning to a single midday nap. To further assist parents with nap-related concerns, Jamie mentions resources available in Nurture by NAPS, their online membership. The episode concludes with an invitation for listeners to reach out for additional support on nap-related challenges (Sleep Consult).

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