The Baby Development Podcast with Dr. Olivia

Starting Solids, Picky Eating & Raising Confident Eaters with Kathy

If feeding your baby or toddler feels overwhelming, you are not alone. In this episode of The Baby Development Podcast, Dr. Olivia sits down with Kathy, a pediatric registered dietitian specializing in infant and toddler feeding, baby-led weaning, and picky eating. Kathy helps parents understand how to start solids with confidence, navigate toddler feeding transitions, and reduce stress around mealtimes without rigid rules or overwhelm. In this conversation, we talk about why picky eating is not always what parents think it is, how repeated food exposure helps build trust, why your role as the parent matters at the table, and how to create a feeding environment that supports confidence, autonomy, and healthy food relationships. In this episode, we cover: * Starting solids without overwhelm * Baby-led weaning vs. purees * Gagging vs. choking * Why picky eating can be a symptom * How to avoid pressure at mealtimes * Why toddlers may suddenly reject foods * The importance of parent role modeling * How to build balanced meals for babies and toddlers * Simple ways to make feeding feel more peaceful If you’ve ever wondered what to feed your baby, whether your toddler is actually picky, or how to make mealtimes less stressful, this episode will give you practical guidance you can use at home. Connect with Kathy: Instagram: @theminimedietitian Podcast: Food for Tots Website: https://linktr.ee/theminimedietitian?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=6730d47a-70e5-46d8-9e78-e6432a0d131b Follow along: Instagram: @thebabydevelopmentpod Host: @dr.oliviaofficial Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider for individualized guidance.

Stop Doing Kegels Postpartum (Pelvic PT Explains Why)

If you’ve been told to “just do Kegels” after having a baby… this episode might completely change how you think about your body. In this episode of The Baby Development Podcast, Dr. Olivia sits down with pelvic floor physical therapist Dr. Becky to break down what’s really going on with postpartum recovery—and why so many women are still struggling with symptoms like leaking, pain, and pressure. In this episode, we cover: * Why Kegels don’t fix the root problem * What the pelvic floor actually does * Why leaking doesn’t always mean weakness * The role of breathing and pressure in recovery * Common postpartum mistakes (and what to do instead) If you’ve ever felt like your body isn’t the same after having a baby… this conversation will give you clarity, direction, and hope. Connect with Dr. Becky: Instagram: @genesisptwellness Professional page: @drbeckypelvicpt 🎙️ Follow along for more episodes on baby & toddler development @thebabydevelopmentpod on IG Hosted by @dr.oliviaofficial Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider regarding your specific situation.