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Nap Time Nutrition
by Yaffi Lvova, RDN
Join Yaffi Lvova, registered dietitian nutritionist, to learn about all things nutrition and parenthood! This podcast covers the basics, like breast and bottle feeding, to the controversial, like food fads and a comprehensive outlook on health.
Episodes
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When Parents Are Not on the Same Page: Aruments, Divorce, Step-parents and more
You've chosen baby-led weaning and your partner thinks you should be doing purees. You've decided that breastfeeding is right for you while your spouse thinks that bottle-feeding is the way to go. You're using Division of Responsibility, but when your child is at your ex's house, it's all...
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Scheduling Baby
In this Nap Time Nutrition, we discuss scheduling and infants. Join me, and my little nursing baby, as we chat about the best ways to care for the baby while also maintaining our own balance. Advice on Nap Time Nutrition episodes does not represent medical advice.
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I'm Breastfeeding--Why Can't I Lose Weight?
Breastfeeding is often credited with being the fastest way to lose post-baby weight, but that's not the case for 1 in 5 women. Let's talk about the biology behind breastfeeding and weight loss. This segment, like all my segments, is weight-neutral and does not advocate weight loss as a method of...
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The Weekend IS NOT a Break
Motherhood is intense and exhausting. But at least there is the weekend, right? No way! That's almost more difficult than the week! Join me for this segment with Daniela of Best D Life! Let's chat about what a break actually is, and how you can make it happen. You can find Daniela at bestDlife.com
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Who Am I Now?
My special guest today is Bayla Abdurachmanov, identity coach for moms and matrescence educator. In this episode, we discuss the changing nature of the mother, how we lose ourselves in motherhood, and how to get ourselves back. You can find Bayla at coachbayla.com
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Overcoming the Thin Ideal... While Parenting!
Join me, along with Bracha Halberstadt, MSW to discuss Overcoming the Thin Ideal... While Parenting! -What is "the thin ideal?" -How can we pursue meaningful health? -How can parenting trigger old, unwelcome thoughts about body image?
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Ditching Food Addiction
Are you trying to ditch food addiction in 2021? Let's chat about it! In past segments, I've discussed how food is not addictive. In this segment, Tzivie Pill, MSW, joins me to discuss why seeing food as addictive is problematic and which productive steps can help us to pursue a healthier...
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Kids in the Garden!
Let's talk gardening! Allison Lansman, RDN, LD joins me to chat about the importance of gardening with kids. Listen for practical tips on starting your own garden!
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Breast is Best? Fed is Best?
Whether you breastfeed, formula feed, or do a combination, feeding your baby is what is important! Let's talk about the controversy and how you can feel more confident in the method that's right for your family.
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Snack Time!
Join me, along with Stephanie Van't Zelfden, RDN to discuss snack time! How should a snack be different than a meal? Why is it important to offer snacks? Are pre-packaged snacks ok? Where does dessert fit it? You can find Stephanie on IG and FB @nutritionhungry and on her website at...
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Gestational Diabetes and Nutrition
Join Yaffi for a discussion about Gestational Diabetes: Why does it happen? Who is at risk? Can you prevent it? How can you manage it? This segment was created and broadcasted while on pandemic-lockdown-grocery pickup.
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Family Meals and Early Communication
How do Family Meals contribute to Early Communication? Join me, along with Stephanie LoPresti, MS, CCC-SLP, TSSLD from It's Remotely Speech as we discuss methods of communication with kids, starting at birth! How can early communication increase confidence? How can you use everyday events to...
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Should I Put My Child on a Diet?
You want to care for your child's health. You want to protect them from bullying. You want them to grow up to have all the things in life they want... But is a diet the answer? Join me for a discussion concerning the physical and emotional consequences of food restriction in adolescence, and also...
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Does Sugar Cause Hyperactivity?
Does sugar cause hyperactivity? How does food impact mood? How can you help support a hyperactive child? Join me, along with Michael Klinkner, MSW, LCSW, BCPTSDC to discuss sugar, anxiety, and hyperactivity in kids. You can find Michael at https://www.evolvecounselingaz.com/mi... Lots of…
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How to Kickstart Labor
Nap Time Nutrition! Kickstarting Labor - what works and what you should really avoid. There are some crazy methods out there: from dates to rollercoasters, we address the most common and the most crazy natural induction methods. Join Emmy Howard, doula extraordinaire, to discuss natural induction...
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Making the Perfect Breast Milk
Do want to make the perfect breast milk for your baby? Do you need to increase the fat? Improve the protein? Or is your milk just fine the way it comes out? What is the truth? Join me, along with special guest Kelly Euperio, MS, RD, IBCLC, CSOM for this segment. We will be discussing the myths…
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My Child Thinks They're Fat
An increasing number of children are expressing discomfort with their body, and even going on diets--as young as 5 or 6 years old. What can you say or do if your child comes to you complaining about his or her dislike for their body? Join Rachel Tuchman, LMHC, for this talk about kids and…
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The Late Night Mommy Binge
Join me for this Nap Time Nutrition, discussing the late-night mommy binge--why it happens, what it might indicate, and how we can be more mindful to more fully enjoy both our food and our time off. I'll have to apologize for the sound quality and giggly baby noises that interrupt this broadcast...
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PCOS and Nutrition
Join me, along with special guest Melissa Groves Azzaro, RDN, LD, @the.hormone.dietitian, to discuss PCOS and nutrition. Traditional advice is to go on birth control or to lose weight. Are these realistic and sustainable solutions? Is there a non-scale way to measure success? And why (and how)...
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Sourdough!
Let's talk about the public perception of sourdough, and also the proven benefits. This segment was created before the epic lockdown induced sourdough fascination. For more information on pandemic-specific sourdough, check out Season 1, Episode 21 on Quarantine Culture! The original video can be...
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Food Meditation with Joy
Join Joy Carter, LMSW, for this takeover Nap Time Nutrition! Grab a piece of a food you love and sit down to enjoy!
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The Unhealthy Pursuit of Health
Is your pursuit of health going overboard? Is trying to be healthy causing anxiety? Are you unable to join friends for meals? Watch this important segment, featuring Atara Fenig, RD.
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Toddler Manners
My child is throwing food! She can't use a fork yet! He won't sit still at mealtimes! These are all common concerns expressed by parents of toddlers. So when will they develop manners? This interview with Diana Rice, RDN will shed some light. Original video can be found at naptimenutrition.com
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Mini-Vacations to Improve Your Day
Are you feeling cranky? Tired? Burned out? In need of some self-care? Taking time for yourself doesn't have to be long or involved. Join me, along with the fabulous Joy Carter, to discuss easy ways to incorporate more relaxation into your day.
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Postpartum Anxiety
You've just had a baby and now there is a persistent boulder sitting on your chest. Why is this happening? Is it normal? What can I do about it? If it's my significant other, relative, or friend who is suffering, how can I help? Join me, along with Crystal Winstead, IBCLC for a personal and...
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Quarantine Culture
It's Quarantine week 7. Or 8. Ish. People are fighting isolation by connecting through food! From whipped coffee to fresh sourdough, we are reenvisioning human touch through mutual cooking adventures, creating commonality in the kitchen. Join me, along with special guest Karthika Gupta of the...
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Positive Parenting
Join me, along with special guest Blimie Heller, Parent Coach from @Unconditional_Parenting on IG. We discuss the obstacles to feeling like a good parent, but more importantly, simple steps you can take now to help you move toward a more peaceful relationship with your kids. Original live video…
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The Anxiety of Parenthood
Parenting usually comes with a healthy dose of anxiety. Join me, with special guest Dr. Keshia Keith, to discuss parental anxiety and how to effectively battle it. Original live video at naptimenutrition.com
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Should You Pay Kids for Chores?
It's so tempting to get kids involved in household chores, and it can be a great tool for confidence-building (and getting things done), but should you pay kids for this? Join me, along with special guest Debbie Zeichner LCSW for this important conversation! Original video on the Facebook Baby...
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Should You be Hiding Veggies?
It's so tempting to bump your kids' nutrition by hiding veggies in their food. But does this promote honest veggie-love? How can you continue to incorporate veggies while also encouraging a healthy relationship with food? Original live video at naptimenutrition.com
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Feeding the Quarantined Child
Join me, along with special guest Rachel Rothman, MS, RD, CLEC for this discussion on how the sudden change in food supply and isolation changes the feeding dynamic - and how we can best handle it with our kids. We recorded this while both momming at home, so please forgive the background noise....
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Speaking with your Child about Allergies
At Baby Bloom Nutrition and Toddler Test Kitchen, I promote food without fear. We should enjoy a variety of foods without guilt or shame. But how do food allergies fit into that picture? Join me, with special guest Natalia Stasenko of Feeding Bytes, to discuss how to best communicate allergies to...
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Managing Your Emotions
Join me, along with special guest Nechama Finkelstein, LCSW for this episode on Managing Your Emotions! We all have those moments - we are tired, we are mentally exhausted, and just like a 2-year old, we want to stomp our feet and scream, "It's not fair!" Nechama helps us to understand where…
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Breastfeeding Elimination Diets
Do you need to eliminate foods during breastfeeding? How do you know if you should? Where do you start? And where does it end? Join me with special guest Meghan McMillin, MS, RDN, LDN, CSP, IBCLC for this Nap Time Nutrition! Original live video can be found in the video archive on the Baby Bloom...
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Breasts, Bottles, Binkies, and Baby Food!
Join me, with Elisheva Weiner, MS, CCP-SLP, TSSLD, for a discussion about all things feeding baby - introducing the bottle to a breastfed baby, and food introduction timing and methods! This is a guilt-free conversation to support some of the many different questions parents have when feeding…
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Parenting with Different Styles
All this child nutrition advice is all well and good, but what if my spouse doesn't agree? What if different culture, different beliefs, or divorce get in the way of agreeing on a parenting style at the table? Join me with special guest, Chava Lederer, MSC to discuss parenting dynamics and…
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Tis the Seasoning!
Is it bad to season your food? Is plain food healthier? Join me, along with the fabulous chef Amy Vig of the Feel Good Family Food podcast, as we pair up to discuss the nutrition as well as the culinary aspects of seasonings! The original video can be found in the video archive on the Baby Bloom...
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Speaking with Kids about Nutrition
Speaking to children about nutrition can be very touchy. In this episode, Yaffi discusses the best ways to speak to children about nutrition: imparting knowledge without fear. Head over to the Baby Bloom Nutrition Facebook page to see the original live video.
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All About Lectins
Are lectins harmful? Should you eliminate sources of lectins from your diet? See the original video here: https://www.facebook.com/babybloomnutrition/videos/341795073161388/
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Why Isn't My Child Eating Lunch at School?
There is a lot of recent discussion about the changes to school lunch. I'll address the politics in another broadcast, but let's start with the basics. This is why your child is coming home with an empty belly and a full lunchbox. Original video can be found at:...
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Does Food Rot in Your Belly?
Does combining foods the wrong way lead to food rotting in your belly? Does meat rot in your intestines? Or grains? This Nap Time Nutrition has the answers you're looking for. Watch the original video here: https://www.facebook.com/babybloomnutrition/videos/2511067492312348/
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Sex After Baby!
Let's talk about sex, baby! Join Yaffi Lvova, RDN with Dr. Robyn Wilhelm PT, DPT to talk about pelvic floor dysfunction, diastasis recti, and general sex after baby. The original video can be found by clicking here! Please note: This episode uses biological terms while discussing sex. All Nap…
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Addicted to Food?
Are you addicted to food? Is sugar actually addictive? Join Yaffi for this segment on food and addiction.
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Is Intuitive Eating Right for Kids?
Intuitive Eating is an amazing tool for adults to regain confidence with their food choices and heal from years of dieting and restriction. But is it right for kids?
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Growth Spurts and Growing Pains
What are growing pains? How do I know if my child is going through a growth spurt? What can I do to help? Join Yaffi for an animated discussion about the fun of growing children.
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Battling That Post-Baby Body
Why do we battle the post-baby body? How can you reclaim yourself and pursue health without obsessing over the scale?
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Join Yaffi Lvova, registered dietitian nutritionist, to learn about all things nutrition and parenthood! This podcast covers the basics, like breast and bottle feeding, to the controversial, like food fads and a comprehensive outlook on health.
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