{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/6a5e0f9246407ff54e9dd987/6a7319ecf75191d0faed283a?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Weaning tips every parent needs | Lucy Upton on weaning, gagging and fussy eating","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/6a5e0f9246407ff54e9dd987/1785927950734-5231431a-4c91-4c20-b302-e09402712af5.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>‘Why won’t my baby eat?!’ – the weaning truth every parent needs to hear.</p><p> </p><p>Starting weaning can feel exciting, overwhelming and… a little terrifying. From gagging fears to food refusal and fussy eating, parents are often left wondering if they’re doing it 'right.'</p><p> </p><p>In this Netmums interview, children’s dietitian and feeding specialist Lucy Upton shares the expert advice every parent needs before starting solids – including the biggest myths around baby-led weaning, allergies and picky eaters.</p><p> </p><p>Lucy explains:</p><p>• The real signs your baby is ready for weaning</p><p>• The difference between gagging and choking</p><p>• How much babies actually eat in the beginning</p><p>• Whether purees or baby-led weaning is best</p><p>• Why messy eating is GOOD for development</p><p>• How to introduce allergenic foods safely </p><p>• What parents should NEVER panic about</p><p>• Why toddlers suddenly become “fussy eaters”</p><p> </p><p>Lucy also reveals why social media can make weaning anxiety worse – and why comparing your baby’s eating habits to others can pile on unnecessary pressure.</p><p> </p><p>'One of the best things you can do is step back so your baby can step up,' Lucy says.</p><p> </p><p>Whether you’re about to start weaning or deep in the messy middle of it, this conversation is packed with reassuring, evidence-based advice to help you feel more confident at mealtimes.</p><p> </p><p>Watch the full interview now and discover why weaning is a skill babies learn – not something they instantly know how to do.</p><p> </p><p>Netmums caught up with Lucy at @The Baby Show, Birmingham NEC. Netmums is the official podcast partner for 2026, and will be back at the next show at the Olympia, London, from Friday 23 – Sunday 25 October, 2026.</p><p> </p><p>#Weaning #BabyLedWeaning #StartingSolids #FeedingBaby #WeaningTips #ParentingUK #LucyUpton #BabyFeeding #FussyEating #ToddlerFood #NewParents #Netmums #BabyDevelopment #ParentingAdvice #weaningjourney </p><p><br></p><p>Subscribe now: <a href=\"youtube.com/user/netmumschannel?sub_confirmation=1\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">⁠⁠http://www.youtube.com/subscription_c...⁠⁠</a></p><p>Like, comment and share!Read more on the Netmums website: <a href=\"http://www.netmums.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">⁠⁠http://www.netmums.com/⁠⁠</a></p><p>Follow us on Instagram:&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/netmums\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">⁠⁠/ netmums ⁠⁠</a>&nbsp;</p><p>Follow us on Tiktok:&nbsp;<a href=\"https://www.tiktok.com/@netmums\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">⁠⁠ / netmums⁠⁠</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>Like us on Facebook:&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href=\"https://web.facebook.com/Netmums?_rdc=1&amp;_rdr#\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">⁠⁠/ netmums⁠⁠</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>Follow us on X:&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href=\"https://x.com/netmums\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">⁠⁠/ netmums⁠⁠</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>Follow us on Pinterest:&nbsp;<a href=\"https://www.pinterest.com/netmums/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">⁠⁠ / netmums⁠⁠</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>","author_name":"The UK's trusted parenting community"}