Starting solids with a baby led approach
group or individual support
Gain more confidence and clarity with feeding your baby
Perhaps you are feeling apprehensive about offering your baby food for the first time. You've been bombarded with information and opinions and you're struggling to know who or what to believe.
Or maybe you're feeling a bit stuck. You know your baby is ready to start solids but you're wondering how it's going to work. Where does food fit in with a wakeful and frequently feeding baby?
Or it might be that you're looking for reassurance so you can stop worrying whether you're doing things right or wrong and focus on what's important instead. You have lots of questions and want some answers!
Starting solids can be fun and easy
Introducing: Starting solids with a baby led approach
A 2 hour live workshop that will give you the knowledge and confidence to get your baby started with solids.
Followed by,
A 1 hour Q and A session (at a later date) to reflect on the progress you and your baby has made.
It can be really hard to make a decision about starting solids when you don't have all the facts and information. Nurturing your curiosity can help you get answers.
This time in our baby's life can bring out so many different emotions. So if overwhelm is leading you to think that certain things aren't possible, reach out for some support. Then, you can start feeling excited about the next steps.
It's important to take your time to mull things over. Then if you want, you can share your thoughts and experiences with others. This can dispel those doubts and encourage you to trust your instincts.
Hi, I'm Claire
I'm a children's dietitian and a mum of two.
I work with parents who are curious, open minded and have a thirst for knowledge.
I have a kind, non-judgemental approach where I embrace each individual's personal situation and family lifestyle.
My aim is to ensure that you feel listened to and supported with the decisions you make about how you feed your baby.
I've been a registered dietitian for over 15 years, with around ten of those years within the NHS. I've helped hundreds of families with their dietary needs for fussy eating and allergies.
It was my experience of becoming a parent and starting solids with both my kids, that led me to set up Raising Happy Eaters four years ago. I wanted to focus more on supporting parents at the beginning of their starting solids journey with their babies.
I am registered with the Health and Care Professions Council, the regulator of health and care professions in the UK. This ensures I adhere to certain standards of conduct, performance, ethics and proficiency.
I am also a member of the British Dietetic Association and the Starting Solids Network. And this ensures I stay up to date with latest research and best practice.
“There is so much to read online about BLW but nothing compares to actually being able to talk to an expert and ask your own questions. Claire is so knowledgeable and makes you feel at ease asking any questions."
— Rosy, mum to I and L
What we'll cover: -
What a baby led approach is, so you can support your baby's eating through their early years
What to expect in the first few weeks, so that you can avoid worrying if your baby is eating enough
Baby development and how babies learn to eat, so you can understand how to support your baby and reduce the risk of choking
How food complements breastfeeding/bottle feeding, so you can feel reassured that you baby is getting the nutrition they need
Size of first foods and food preparation, so that you can offer food simply and easily
How to adapt family meals, so you don't have to make separate meals for your baby
Introducing potential allergenic foods, so you know what to do if you identify a reaction
What we'll cover in the Q and A:-
Your baby's progress since starting solids, all baby's are unique in their development and so this will be different for each parent.
How to keep supporting your baby as they grow and develop their eating skills further.
How to keep the momentum going to nurture your baby's ongoing relationship with food.
Any questions or concerns that have arisen since the workshop
The details: -
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2 hour online workshop
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Delivered live by a registered children's dietitian (the session will be recorded and you will have access to the recording until your baby is a year old)
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Ideal for parents of babies between 4 and 8 months old
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Real food demonstrations, videos, photos, practical tips and ideas
Post workshop: -
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Summary handouts, a recipe booklet and meal ideas emailed to your inbox
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1 hour live Q and A session (usually 2/3 months post workshop)
Work with me
Group Workshop
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2 hour online workshop
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1 hour Q and A follow up session
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Summary handouts, recipes booklet and meal ideas
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opportunity to ask all your questions
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Friendly and supportive group of like minded mums - no more than 5 per group
1:1 Workshop
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2 hour online workshop
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1 hour Q and A follow up session
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Summary handouts, recipe booklet and meal ideas
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opportunity to ask all your questions
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Undivided focus on you and your baby
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Tailored support to your individual situation and circumstances
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Regular support up to your baby's first birthday
“I now know the signs to look out for when my baby is ready and what to offer him and in what form”
— Charlotte, mum to H
FAQs
My baby is older than 8 months, can you help?
Absolutely! I can offer you a 1:1 consultation instead of a workshop to discuss what you need. These can be booked here.
Group support
Can I access a recording of the workshop if I can't attend?
Yes. The recording will be available for you to watch up until you child's first birthday. I do really recommend attending the live if you can. It may be possible to attend a different session.
I am part of an antenatal group, can you arrange a workshop for my group?
Absolutely! The workshop can be arranged at a suitable time. Please email me or book a free 15 minute call to discuss.
I would like to attend the workshop live but none of the dates work for me or the workshops are full. Is there another way I can access your workshop?
I have an interest list. So please get in touch and I can add you to it. If there is enough interest I can offer more dates.
1:1 Support
What does the regular support entail?
If you have any questions or want to discuss something with me you can contact me via email. We can also arrange a video call if you prefer.
I've already started offering my baby solids, would I benefit from the workshop or a 1:1 call?
It depends! Before I could answer that I'd want to know bit more about you and your baby. Please email me or book a free 15 minute call to discuss.