Nap Time Nutrition

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 permissive parenting. What can you do to lead your child toward a healthy relationship with food while you and your parenting partner are not in agreement? Join me, along with special guest Chava Lederer, family therapist, for this important discussion. You can find Chava at https://www.chavalederer.com/ In this segment, I referenced the following Nap Time Nutrition segments: Food Introduction Timing and Methods: https://youtu.be/1-zmkywY-84 Should You Put Your Child on a Diet: https://youtu.be/nKWgAuzcSfk

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.

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 pursuing health. Weight is a complex issue. The scale will never be able to tell you if you're healthy or not. In this video, I referenced a number of other videos: Nutrition Needs during Breastfeeding: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tB3jT... Fed is Best vs Breast is Best: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wc-B6... Postpartum Depression: https://youtu.be/9gjEF8Pz1E8 Postpartum Depression and Nutrition: https://youtu.be/02o_NywIywU Welcome to Nap Time Nutrition! I'm Yaffi Lvova, RDN. In this space, I share information regarding nutrition from pregnancy through toddlerhood. The advice given in these segments does not replace medical advice given by someone who has your medical chart and knowledge of your history and full circumstances. Original live video can be found in the video archive on the Baby Bloom Nutrition Facebook page.

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

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

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?

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 relationship with food and our bodies.

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!

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.

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 nutritionhungry.com

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. 

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 support early communication? Why is the family meal so important, and what exactly is a family meal? #familyhealth #speechtherapist #dietitian #foodlove #pickyeaters #communication #babysign #kidsinthekitchen #cookingwithkids

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 the proactive steps you can take to promote health for your whole family.

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 parenting tips for you are on his YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCixD... #foodlove #childtherapist #familynutrtition #familyhealth #nutribollocks

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 methods. You can find Emmy on all social media outlets as Birth Wizard. #healthypregnancy #labor #birth #doula #nutrition #pregnancynutrition #babylove #motherhood #parenting

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 and facts of breast milk production. #breastfeeding #baby #motherhood #breastmilk #breastfeedingmom #pregnancy #momlife #newborn #normalizebreastfeeding

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 dieting. This discussion is from the child's perspective. If you would like more information directed at your own concern for your child's weight, check out this Nap Time Nutrition: https://youtu.be/nKWgAuzcSfk You can find Rachel at https://www.racheltuchman.com/ or on IG at rachel_tuchman_lmhc

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 every so often. That's just life being a #momboss. Original video can be found at naptimenutrition.com

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) should you manage PCOS symptoms?

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 found on naptimenutrition.com!

Join Joy Carter, LMSW, for this takeover Nap Time Nutrition! Grab a piece of a food you love and sit down to enjoy!

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.

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

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.

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 poignant conversation about postpartum anxiety.

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 podcast and website Culturally Ours, for a discussion about food, faith, and freedom through isolation.

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 at NapTimeNutrition.com

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

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 Bloom Nutrition page.

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

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. Original live video on NapTimeNutrition.com.

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 your child. The original live broadcast can be found at naptimenutrition.com

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 these emotions come from and how we can own them, rerouting that energy for good use. Original live video can be found in the video archives on the Baby Bloom Nutrition Facebook page.

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 Nutrition Facebook page!

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 baby! Original live video can be found in the video archive on the Baby Bloom Nutrition Facebook page!

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 raising children. Original live video can be found in my Facebook video archive at Baby Bloom Nutrition.

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 Nutrition Facebook page.

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.

Are lectins harmful? Should you eliminate sources of lectins from your diet? See the original video here: https://www.facebook.com/babybloomnutrition/videos/341795073161388/

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: https://www.facebook.com/babybloomnutrition/videos/515179859298336/

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/

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 Time Nutrition broadcasts are clear of slang and swearing.  There was some background noise during this interview, and for that I apologize. The information was too good to keep under wraps!

Are you addicted to food? Is sugar actually addictive? Join Yaffi for this segment on food and addiction.

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?

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.

Why do we battle the post-baby body? How can you reclaim yourself and pursue health without obsessing over the scale?