What is baby-led weaning? Should I try it?

10/20/22 • 29 min

If you’re curious about “baby led weaning” and think you might like to skip those jars of store-bought puree, you’re definitely going to want to listen to this episode. We talk with Dr. Patrick Lehman, a primary care pediatrician at Bluemound Pediatrics at Children’s Wisconsin, to find out more about this newer method of introducing solids, which involves feeding your baby age-appropriate pieces of the same foods your family is eating. Dr. Lehman covers safety issues, which foods to try first, and the benefits and drawbacks of baby-led weaning in this episode of Healthy Baby, Happy Parent.

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What to do when your baby is sick

When your baby comes down with that first case of sniffles, sneezes, and coughing, it can really make you worry. In this episode, we talk with Dr. Aimee Behnke, MD, a pediatrician at Children’s Wisconsin Urgent Care, about what to do when your baby is sick. You’ll learn how to treat illnesses at home, how to tell the difference between a common cold and something more serious, and how to tell when it’s time to call your baby’s pediatrician or head to urgent care. Dr. Behnke also shares helpful information about how the pediatricians at Children’s communicate with you when your baby is sick, and how you can use the Children’s Wisconsin app to help manage your baby’s medical appointments and stay in touch with your baby’s doctor. Listen to hear all about your baby’s first colds and how to handle them with confidence in this episode of Healthy Baby, Happy Parent from Children’s Wisconsin.

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How to choose your baby's pediatrician

Your relationship with your baby’s doctor matters a lot! They’re the expert you’ll go to when your baby is sick, a caring guide through well-baby visits, and can even be an important partner in making parenting decisions. But for a new parent, choosing a pediatrician may seem overwhelming. In this episode, we talk with Jerome Esser, MD, a pediatrician with Mayfair Pediatrics, about how to choose your baby’s pediatrician. From how to get your toughest questions answered to why communication style is so important, Dr. Esser offers a wealth of information to make choosing a pediatrician much easier.