The Ultimate Baby Podcast – Détails, épisodes et analyse

In this episode, I want to give you a little glimpse into my life and update what has happened over the last few months. With sickness, injuries, birthdays, postponing our family vacation to Disney World, and starting a new online course my life has been hectic and very stressful. I wanted to take a moment to bring you up to speed and to let you know that more incredible episodes and interviews will be coming soon!

Highlights from this episode:

• The never-ending cold season
• Hayden’s accident
• Postponing our Disney World vacation
• Night weaning strategies
• Work with me!
• New season starts in September

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Boiron Optique 1 - Homeopathic Eye Drops

Lesli D. Mitchell - Sally Weans from Night Nursing (book)

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Listen to TUB042: Transitioning from Milk to Meals with Luka McCabe

Luka McCabe - Boob to Food

Contact Me for 1-on-1 Pregnancy, Postpartum & Baby Nutrition Coaching

Listen to TUB017: How to Be Your Own Doctor Mom with Dr. Elana Roumell

Dr. Elana Roumell aka Doctor Mom

Autumn Smith co-founder of Paleovalley

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Meredith Ethington (Perfect Pending)

Nita Sharda from Happy Healthy Eaters

Ryan McFarland from Strider Bikes

Shelly Patularu (Twin Mom Guide)

The Ultimate Health Podcast with Jesse Chappus Subscribe to Jesse Chappus/The Ultimate Health Podcast YouTube Channel

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This interview couldn’t be coming out at a better time when toddler meltdowns and tantrums have the potential to be at their peak over the holidays. With late nights, more sugar than usual, overstimulation, and just the excitement of the holidays. So there is no greater guest to have on the show than Alyssa Blask Campbell, author of Tiny Humans, Big Emotions.

Alyssa has a master’s degree in early childhood education, is the the CEO of Seed and Sew, and is an established podcaster and influencer. She has been featured as an emotional development expert in numerous national publications.

In this conversation, we share the best ways to navigate big emotions from the tiny humans in our life by using a collaborative approach and working with your little one rather than against them. Its not just about regulating their emotions but ours as well.

We get into the nitty gritty of emotional intelligence and what that means, how to not react with our default mode when our child has a tantrum, how to respond with intention, the difference between guilt and shame, and how to find calm in your childs storm while setting healthy boundaries.

You are going to get so much out of this episode. 

Highlights from this episode:

• Alyssa’s teaching experience to writing Tiny Humans, Big Emotions
• The 5 components of the Collaborative Emotion Processing Method
• How to move with regulation and respond with intention
• Setting boundaries = setting expectations
• How do we breed connection during difficult moments?
• Knowing when to shift a boundary to build trust & connection
• It’s ok to apologize and acknowledge your mistakes
• Pausing can transform stressful situations
• Building emotional intelligence kids
• How to navigate meltdowns and tantrums
• What is your child trying to communicate?
• Signs of dysregulation in a child
• It’s never too late to start shifting your behaviour

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Alyssa Blask Campbell, Lauren Elizabeth Stauble - Tiny Humans, Big Emotions (book)

Alyssa Blask Campbell’s website (Seed & Sew)

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Voices of Your Village Podcast with Seed & Sew

The Reggio Emilia Approach

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In this episode, we talk about transitioning your little one from milk to solid foods. There are so many things to consider when introducing your baby to whole foods and how to make sure they are getting what they need nutrient-wise.

Luka McCabe provides so much knowledge and inspiration to mama’s to trust their intuition and choose the healthiest foods for their babe.

Highlights from this episode:

• Luka’s inspiration for starting Boob to Food
• When to start solid foods
• Why Luka doesn’t recommend rice cereals for babies
• Introducing nutrient-dense foods
• The benefits of both baby-led weaning and puree foods
• Transitioning from puree to finger foods
• Is your baby gagging or choking? + What to do
• Supplement recommendations if your baby is being raised plant-based vegan
• Luka’s approach to weaning off breastmilk or formula
• The best sources of calcium
• Tips for an early introduction to allergenic foods
• Combining foods to make a balanced meal
• Understanding rashes, food sensitivities, and anaphylactic allergies
• Is food dropping/throwing a phase?
• What is an “I don’t want it plate”?
• The division of responsibility

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Listen to TUB041: Twelve Lessons in the First Year of Two Kids Under Three

Luka McCabe - Milk to Meals (book)

Luka McCabe's website (Boob to Food)

Follow Luka McCabe (Boob to Food) on Instagram

Oh Baby Nutrition

Solid Starts Solid Starts app

Le Puree

Marni Wasserman - Plant-Based Diet for Dummies (book)

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As the year comes to a close, I figured it was a good time to share some lessons I have learned and some truths that have surfaced over the last year with two kids under three.

Life with two kids is busy, crazy, exciting, and exhausting. I know all mamas will be able to relate to these twelve (+ two bonus) lessons. Whether you are about to become a first-time or second-time parent, I hope what I share in this episode gives you some insight into what life has been like for me.

Highlights from this episode:

• An update on Sarelle’s potty training journey
• Making plans with two kids is hard
• Managing toddler emotions & expectations
• Selective eating challenges with an infant & toddler
• Finding time for self-care
• The challenging phase of a velcro baby
• The bond between siblings
• The differences between Sarelle & Hayden
• Weekends and sick days are marathons
• Spending strategically for kids + what I would do different
• Parental differences when raising children
• Appreciate the mundane moments
• Savour your free time
• Weaning a toddler while breastfeeding an infant

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Listen to TUB015: Twelve Takeaways From the First Year of Motherhood

Big Little Feelings

Paleovalley 100% Grass-Fed Beef Sticks - Save 15% off when you use the code ultimatehealth at checkout

Lesser Evil - Paleo Puffs

Ergobaby Embrace Baby Carrier

Cococho Baby Carrier

Baby Bjrn Carrier One

Nuna Stroller

Veer Gear Wagon

Master Work Bench by Hape

Kinderfeets Tiny Tot Plus Balance Bike

Kinderfeets Tummy Glider

Listen to TUB036: My Breastfeeding Journey Continued - Oversupply, Tandem Feeding, and Weaning

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In this episode, I am chatting with Simone Davies, author of “The Montessori Toddler” and co-author of “The Montessori Baby” which are comprehensive guides to raising toddlers and infants in a Montessori way.

I loved having these books on my nightstand over the last few years they have been excellent resources for our family. In today's conversation, we share the most amazing concepts with you on how to implement Montessori methods at home. We get into everything from how to set up your home before the baby arrives, the benefits of going slow and having less stuff, setting limits for your toddler, and using praise in a healthy way. You will learn so many simple and practical ways to start using Montessori principles with your family today.

Highlights from this episode:

• How Simone got involved in the Montessori lifestyle 20 years
• What is Montessori?
• Introduce the Montessori philosophy during pregnancy and newborn stage
• Provide a simple environment for babies
• Incorporate daily life into your baby's activities
• Teach consent from a young age
• The idea of floor beds for babies and toddlers
• How to properly baby-proof the bedroom
• Set up a predictable daily routine
• Understanding toddler emotions from a Montessori perspective
• How to set healthy boundaries for your toddler in a positive way
• Provide a space for toddlers to climb and move
• Be the calm mediator your child needs
• How to bring the Montessori approach & activities into your home
• Allow your toddler time to process information
• Offer intrinsic motivation instead of external praise
• Have compassion for yourself

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Simone Davies website (The Montessori Notebook)

Follow Simone Davies on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube

Simone Davies, Junnifar Uzodike - The Montessori Baby (book)

Simone Davies - The Montessori Toddler (book)

The Montessori Notebook Podcast

Dr. Maria Montessori (books)

Topponcino

Dr. Dan Siegel (books)

Junnifa Uzodike

Nichole Holtvluwer - Radicle Beginnings

Lovevery kit

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In this episode, I am chatting with Dr. Ana-Maria Temple, a holistic pediatrician, best-selling author, mother of 3, and award-winning speaker.

We discuss many incredible ways to help your child’s immune system flourish, whether you have a baby, toddler or teen there are core things you can start doing today. You as a mama have the power to do this, so listen and learn something new.

We had so much to talk about that we ran out of time so I will have her back on for round two.

Highlights from this episode:

• How Dr. Ana became passionate about raising healthier kids
• The root cause of children’s health issues
• Grocery stores in the United States are filled with processed foods
• Common ailments Dr. Ana sees in her practice
• 1 in 2 children have chronic illness
• Indoor humidity is linked to illnesses
• What happens with your child’s cold?
• Uncommon contributing factors of eczema
• Proper mindset is the key to making changes
• If you can’t read it, don’t eat it
• Start introducing fruit and vegetables
• Learn why toddlers aren’t picky eaters
• Stop parenting with fear
• Tastebuds develop based on what we eat
• Advice for tackling Halloween treats
• Simple ways to boost your kid's immune system

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Dr. Ana-Maria Temple - Healthy Kids In An Unhealthy World (book)

Dr. Ana-Maria Temple's website

Follow Dr. Ana-Maria Temple on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube

Organifi - Red Juice (Save 20% off Organifi when you use the code ultimatehealth at checkout)

Otto's Naturals Cassava Flour

Dark Chocolate Baking Chips by Lily's

SmartSweets

Lesser Evil Popcorn

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Infant immunity & supplements, boosting sperm & egg quality, toddler nutrition, baby proofing, optimizing your thyroid, and so much more.

The answers continue to your amazing questions in this part two episode.

Highlights from this episode:

• Tips for managing toddler naps while caring for a newborn
• Did I breastfeed Sarelle & Hayden to sleep?
• Baby proofing Hayden’s room
• Transitioning from co-sleeping to a floor bed
• My favourite book recommendations for introducing solids
• How to boost your infant's immune system
• Why we avoid refined sugar in Sarelle’s diet + alternatives we use
• Foods we avoid feeding our baby & toddler
• The best advice for guidelines on feeding solids to your baby
• An update on Hayden’s solid food journey
• Trying to conceive: our preconception planning supplements
• How to optimize your thyroid after pregnancy to conceive again
• Balancing motherhood and self-care
• Deciding on having more than one child
• The challenges of transitioning to two kids
• Put your toddler in daycare/preschool
• The best activities for newborn development

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Listen to TUB episode 037: Your Questions Answered (Part One): Pregnancy, Breastfeeding, Postpartum

Listen to episode 035: Floor Beds, Toddler Naps, and Baby Sleep

Luka McCabe, Carley Mendes - Milk to Meals (book)

Boob to Food

The BabyNut Cookbook - use the code Marni15 at checkout

Listen to TUB episode 034: Creating An Adventurous Eater Right From The Start with Nikole Goncalves

Listen to TUB020: Balancing Pregnancy And Postpartum As A Successful Entrepreneur with Nikole Goncalves

Katherine Erlich, Kelly Genzlinger - Super Nutrition for Babies (book)

Sally Fallon, Thomas Cowan - The Nourishing Traditions Book of Baby & Child Care (book)

Genevieve Howland - The Mama Natural Baby-Led Weaning E-Cookbook

Listen to TUB episode 007: Genevieve Howland aka Mama Natural - Navigating Life with a Newborn

Happy Healthy Eaters - Save 15% off when you use the code ultimatebaby

St. Francis Herb Farm - Deep Immune for Children

St. Francis Herb Farm - Echinseal Echinacea Combo

SURO - Organic Elderberry Syrup for Kids

SmartSweets Gummy Bears

A Real Treat e-book - Natural Gummy recipe

SmartSweets Lollipops

Listen to TUB episode 003: Natural Preconception Planning

Listen to TUB episode 004: Getting Pregnant with Hashimoto's

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Pregnancy and caffeine, the witching hour, breastfeeding supplements, postpartum hair loss solutions, and more.

So many juicy topics that I haven’t covered yet on this podcast will be shared in this episode. I love taking the time to answer the questions you want to ask.

Highlights from this episode:

• What causes the sweet taste in your mouth? + Natural remedies for nausea
• The best advice for tackling fatigue
• The truth about pregnancy & caffeine
• What I did to avoid the baby blues
• How castor oil treatments work for hair loss
• The biggest challenge weaning a toddler
• How to make breastfeeding as successful as possible
• Simple tips to help manage the witching hour
• The reality of toddler sleep challenges
• The benefits of Montessori for your child’s development
• Managing daycare colds + recommendations to boost immunity
• A typical day in the life with a baby & toddler
• The evolution of nap time
• My thoughts on sleep training
• How to encourage better sleep for you & your baby

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Listen to TUB episode 022: Your Questions Answered (Part One)

Listen to TUB episode 023: Your Questions Answered (Part Two)

Sea Bands

Listen to TUB episode 005: Nausea, Cravings, and Aversions

Listen to TUB episode 036: My Breastfeeding Journey Continued: Oversupply, Tandem Feeding, and Weaning

Listen to TUB episode 026: My Breastfeeding Journey & What I Wish I Knew Before

Ina May Gaskin - Ina May's Guide to Breastfeeding (book)

Chalice Spice - The Ultimate Breastmilk Loose Leaf Herbal Tea (spend $75 get free shipping)

Quietude by Boiron

Simone Davies - The Montessori Baby (book)

Simone Davies - The Montessori Toddler (book)

Metagenics MetaKids - Baby Probiotic

Stodal Cough Syrup by Boiron

Coryzalia by Boiron

Listen to TUB episode 032: The First Six Months with Two Kids

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It’s been almost two and a half years and I am still breastfeeding for two. My journey this time is quite different from my experience with my first in so many ways. I will share all the juicy details of how I managed oversupply, how tandem feeding has worked out, and my thoughts on weaning both of my kids.

Highlights from this episode:

• Recalling my struggles breastfeeding Sarelle
• How quickly my milk supply came in for Hayden
• The challenges of oversupply + how I managed it
• How to tackle low supply & oversupply with a breast pump + beneficial uses for stored milk
• How to navigate co-sleeping, oversupply, and a frequent feeder
• A lactation consultant can help with a fussy baby on the breast
• Why I decided to use a pacifier for Hayden
• The best product to use for a gassy baby
• Getting pregnant while nursing
• My experience tandem feeding a baby and a toddler
• Why I had to create breastfeeding boundaries for Sarelle
• Tips to start weaning your toddler
• Plans for night weaning Hayden at 10-12 months old
• My truths about breastfeeding

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Listen to TUB026: My Breastfeeding Journey & What I Wish I Knew Before

Listen to TUB012: The Fourth Trimester

Holle Goat Milk Formula

The Ultimate Breastmilk Tea

Haakaa Silicone Breast Pump

BIBS Pacifiers

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When it comes to baby and toddler sleep, there is nothing linear about it. However, making the best decisions for your family is all that matters. We recently upgraded both kids to using floor beds. I share all about this experience and the benefits of having a floor bed. As well as all the ebbs and flows with naps and nighttime sleep with infant and toddler sleep.

Highlights from this episode:

• Why we removed Hayden’s crib and swapped it with a floor bed
• What is a floor bed?
• Transitioning Sarelle’s 3-in-1 crib to a daybed
• The evolution of toddler sleep and nap time
• A snapshot of Sarelle’s sleep
• Spend time in the baby’s room
• The benefits of a floor bed
• Baby proof the room as they grow
• Floor beds aren’t a new concept
• Our parent present approach to sleep
• Know your baby and their comfort levels
• Learning the Montessori philosophy

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Sunshine Mattress Co. Organic Pillow (use the code “marni10” to save 10% off)

Quietude Children

Sprout Kids - Floor Bed Frame

Nook Sleep (use the code ULTIMATEBABY to save 15% off)

Listen to TUB032: The First Six Months with Two Kids

Simone Davies - The Montessori Toddler (book)

Simone Davies, Junnifa Uzodike - The Montessori Baby (book)

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