{"id":37452,"date":"2026-01-19T21:28:56","date_gmt":"2026-01-19T21:28:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/happybabiesstore.com\/?p=37452"},"modified":"2026-01-19T21:28:56","modified_gmt":"2026-01-19T21:28:56","slug":"feeding-with-confidence-how-to-start-solids-with-pediatrician-dr-krupa-playforth-podcast-ep-195","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/happybabiesstore.com\/?p=37452","title":{"rendered":"Feeding with Confidence: How to Start Solids with Pediatrician Dr. Krupa Playforth \u2013 Podcast Ep 195"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p>We handpick products with expert insight, hands-on experience, and parent feedback. If you buy through our links, we may earn a commission, helping us keep our content free. \u2764\ufe0f [<a href=\"https:\/\/www.baby-chick.com\/editorial-policy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Learn more<\/a>]<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"short-p \"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"200\" scrolling=\"no\" src=\"https:\/\/playlist.megaphone.fm?e=AIHII7099012490\" width=\"100%\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p class=\"short-p has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/show\/5nQtCbSEgggszqzmS1jF6D?si=hmxInwcpTX2I3uB3iCCiCA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Spotify<\/a> |\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/apple.co\/2RnxpVe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Apple Podcasts<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/2zP5Q08\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">TuneIn<\/a> |\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.audible.com\/pd\/Chick-Chat-The-Baby-Chick-Podcast-Podcast\/B09VKKDFM6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Audible<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Starting solids is one of those big baby milestones that can bring up a lot of emotions for parents: excitement, nerves, confusion, and maybe even a little dread. Should you try baby-led feeding? Stick with purees? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baby-chick.com\/best-first-foods-for-baby\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">What foods are safest to start with?<\/a> And when do you even start?<\/p>\n<p>In this episode of Chick Chat, I sat down with one of the most trusted voices in pediatric care, Dr. Krupa Playforth, to answer all of your biggest questions when it comes to starting solids with your little one. Known as \u201cThe Pediatrician Mom\u201d online, Dr. Playforth brings a blend of professional expertise and personal, real-mom perspective to help parents feel less overwhelmed and more confident in their choices.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you\u2019re just starting to think about introducing solids because it\u2019s around the corner or you\u2019re in the messy middle of it all, this conversation will give you the answers you\u2019ve been looking for and help you build a positive foundation for mealtimes ahead.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-meet-dr-krupa-playforth\">Meet Dr. Krupa Playforth<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\">\n<div class=\"flex justify-center\">\n<div class=\"image-container relative\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"823\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.baby-chick.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Playforth_Krupa-Corinne-Kalasky-823x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Dr. Krupa Playforth's headshot\" class=\"wp-image-260679\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.baby-chick.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Playforth_Krupa-Corinne-Kalasky-823x1024.jpg 823w, https:\/\/www.baby-chick.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Playforth_Krupa-Corinne-Kalasky-241x300.jpg 241w, https:\/\/www.baby-chick.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Playforth_Krupa-Corinne-Kalasky-768x956.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 823px) 100vw, 823px\"\/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepediatricianmom.com\/about\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Dr. Krupa Playforth<\/a> is a board-certified pediatrician and the founder of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.warmheartpediatrics.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Warm Heart Pediatrics<\/a> in Vienna, Virginia. She\u2019s also one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/45WajNc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">authors<\/a> of <em><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3LgJEUA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Baby Leads the Way: An Evidence-Based Guide to Introducing Solid Foods<\/a>,<\/em> and the author of her latest book, <em><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/49GVO11\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Eyes, Knees, Boundaries, Please!: My First Book About Private Parts and Consent<\/a><\/em>. Dr. Playforth is also the creator behind the popular Instagram account <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/thepediatricianmom\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">@thepediatricianmom<\/a>, where she shares thoughtful, science-backed advice on everything from infant sleep to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baby-chick.com\/ways-to-diffuse-toddler-temper-tantrums\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">toddler tantrums<\/a> and, of course, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baby-chick.com\/the-dos-and-donts-of-starting-solids-with-baby\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">starting solids<\/a>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\">\n<div class=\"flex justify-center\">\n<div class=\"image-container relative\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.baby-chick.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/71609AgEmYL._SL1500_-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Book cover of the Baby Leads the Way book\" class=\"wp-image-260680\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.baby-chick.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/71609AgEmYL._SL1500_-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.baby-chick.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/71609AgEmYL._SL1500_-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.baby-chick.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/71609AgEmYL._SL1500_-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.baby-chick.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/71609AgEmYL._SL1500_.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\"\/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3LgJEUA\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"btn buy\"><br \/>\n\t<span>Buy Here<\/span><br \/>\n<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Her mission? To help parents tune out the guilt, fear, and conflicting advice and focus instead on what\u2019s developmentally sound and emotionally supportive for their children.<\/p>\n<p>As both a pediatrician and a mother, Dr. Playforth knows that parenting is all about connection, curiosity, and building confidence. And that\u2019s exactly what she brings to this episode.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-we-discussed\">What We Discussed<\/h2>\n<p class=\"short-p \">Here\u2019s what Dr. Playforth and I covered in this episode:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Why feeding feels so overwhelming for new parents and how to take off the pressure<\/li>\n<li>The signs that your baby is ready to start solids (<em>hint: it\u2019s not just about age!<\/em>)<\/li>\n<li>How to choose between baby-led feeding and purees, or blend the two approaches (which she recommends!)<\/li>\n<li>What to know about choking vs. gagging and how to make meals safer<\/li>\n<li>The most common myths around baby-led feeding (and why they persist)<\/li>\n<li>Why messy meals are actually important and why we should stress less about it<\/li>\n<li>The role of early food experiences in shaping adventurous, confident eaters<\/li>\n<li>How to modify family meals so your baby can join in (without making a separate dish!)<\/li>\n<li>Easy, nutrient-dense first foods that support baby\u2019s development<\/li>\n<li>Practical tips to build positive mealtime habits from day one<\/li>\n<li>How to shift your mindset from \u201cdoing it perfectly\u201d to \u201cdoing it confidently\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Dr. Playforth also shared one piece of advice she hopes every parent carries with them as they begin the solids journey.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-final-thoughts\">Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n<p>Starting solids doesn\u2019t have to be so stressful. Mealtimes can be a joyful, confidence-building experience for both you and your baby, and Dr. Playforth offered some great advice on how to make them so.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019ve been feeling unsure about how to start solids or just need reassurance that you\u2019re doing okay, this episode is a must-listen. Dr. Playforth\u2019s kind, clear, and realistic approach is exactly what so many parents need to hear. Cheers to feeding your baby with confidence!<\/p>\n<p class=\"short-p \"><strong>Dr. Playforth\u2019s Resources:<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div>\n<p>We hope you found this episode helpful. If you did and enjoyed it, please subscribe to our podcast, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baby-chick.com\/category\/podcast\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Chick Chat<\/a>, and leave us an honest review. 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