S4 | E2 Expert Spotlight: Jennifer House of First Step Nutrition

Mom Halo

Mar 5 2024 • 40 mins

Jennifer House is a mom of three from Calgary and a registered dietitian who runs First Step Nutrition, a private practice that helps make feeding families easier with a focus on picky eaters and starting solids. Her book, The Parents’ Guide to Baby-Led Weaning, is a great resource for anyone with kids starting solids, including tips, recipes and more.

Topics discussed:

  • Why kids are afraid to try new foods (8 reasons!)
  • Division of responsibilities in feeding kids
  • The benefits of eating together as a family
  • What is baby-led weaning and what are the benefits?
  • Recommended foods to start baby-led weaning with
  • Meal planning and cooking forward
  • Best practices for beverages
  • And more!

For more Jennifer House, please visit:

First Step Nutrition on the web

@FirstStepNut on Instagram

The Parents’ Guide to Baby-Led Weaning on the web

*Warning—this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.