{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/665e86dd83b0a60012b86704/69854cc008b5442943c46c83?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Baby-Led Weaning, Feeding Toddlers & the Truth About Fussy Eaters with Annabel Karmel","description":"<p>In this episode of <em>Tess Talks</em>, Tess sits down with <strong>Annabel Karmel</strong>, one of the world’s most trusted voices in children’s nutrition and the author of over 50 books that have helped millions of families feed their kids with confidence.</p><p>Annabel shares the deeply personal story behind her career — from the devastating loss of her first daughter to building a global food and wellness brand rooted in helping parents feel calm, informed, and empowered at the table.</p><p>This is a real, honest conversation about feeding babies and toddlers without the pressure, guilt, or constant second-guessing.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>In this episode:</strong></p><ul><li>Natasha’s story</li><li>Why feeding kids feels so hard — and why it’s <em>not</em> your fault</li><li>Baby-led weaning vs purées (and why doing both often works best)</li><li>Finger foods, gagging vs choking, and how to feed with confidence</li><li>When to start weaning — and why flexibility matters</li><li>Allergies, eczema, and why early exposure can be protective</li><li>The truth about fussy eaters (spoiler: it’s often genetic)</li><li>Why bland food isn’t the answer — and how flavour builds adventurous eaters</li><li>Iron, healthy fats, protein &amp; what babies actually need from six months</li><li>Sensible snacking, lunchbox swaps &amp; real-life food wins</li><li>How to take the pressure off mealtimes and stop power struggles</li><li>Parenting guilt, trusting your intuition, and letting go of perfection</li></ul><p><br></p><p>This episode is for new parents, parents-to-be, and anyone who’s ever felt anxious, confused, or overwhelmed by feeding advice,&nbsp; especially in the age of social media.</p><p><br></p><p>Mentioned:</p><p><br></p><p>Annabel Karmel Books: <a href=\"https://www.annabelkarmel.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">here</a></p><p><br></p><p>Annabel Karmel App: <a href=\"https://apps.apple.com/au/app/annabel-karmel-kids-recipes/id409157308\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">here</a></p><p><br></p><p>GROW tableware range: <a href=\"https://www.babybunting.com.au/brand/grow-by-annabel-karmel\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">here</a></p><p><br></p><p>Follow Annabel: <a href=\"@annabelkarmel\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">@annabelkarmel</a></p><p><br></p><p>Follow me on Instagram: <a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/tessshanahan/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">@tess.shanahan </a>&amp; <a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/tesstalksofficial/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">@tesstalksofficial&nbsp;</a></p><p><br></p><p>Follow me on TikTok: <a href=\"https://www.tiktok.com/@tess.shanahan?is_from_webapp=1&amp;sender_device=pc\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">@tessshanahan</a></p><p><br></p><p>Follow me on YouTube: <a href=\"https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqQqpb6kKIBrl5BPNVewyhA\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">TessShanahan</a></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>","author_name":"Tess Shanahan"}