26: Feeding Twins: Balancing Nutrition, Picky Eating and Fun at the Table with Edwina Clark, RD

Edwina is a Registered Dietitian, dually credentialed in the U.S. and Australia, and a mother of toddler twin girls. She specializes in translating complex science into consumer-friendly messages and is a sought-after nutrition expert, brand advisor, and media spokesperson. A long-time advocate for pediatric nutrition, Edwina founded Baby Led Basics and wrote 'The Busy Parents Guide to Baby-Led Weaning', to help busy parents like herself introduce solids and raise healthy eaters calmly and confidently.In this episode, Sarah and Edwina discuss the challenges and joys of feeding toddlers, including baby-led weaning, handling picky eating, and creating a positive mealtime environment. Edwina shares her experiences and tips for involving children in the kitchen, managing (international) travel with kids, and balancing nutrition with convenience!Key Takeaways: Involving kids in the kitchen helps build their confidence and skills.Baby-led weaning encourages motor skill development and food exploration.Understanding the difference between choking and gagging can reduce anxiety around baby led weaningFamily meals at the table foster better eating habits and family bonds.Traveling with kids is challenging, but can offer cultural exposure and resilience.It's important to create a positive feeding environment. Balancing convenience with nutrition is essential for busy parents.Offering a variety of foods helps develop a child's palate.Edwina shares lessons of parenting and feeding twins. Parents should focus on the long-term game of nutrition, not just daily meals.Grab the kid friendly knives!More BLW resources:Ultimate BLW Ebook (20+ recipes + tips for allergens)Baby led weaning ideas for 7 monthsBaby led weaning recipesHave a listener question or feedback? Send me a text!Support the showJoin the email list to get a list of easy popular family recipes and meal prep tips!Instagram | Blog Recipes