https://simplecast.com Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast Baby Steps Nutrition, created and hosted by Argavan Nilforoush, a mompreneur and Registered Dietitian, is your go-to resource for an integrative approach to health and wellness. Whether you're a parent, caregiver, or simply looking to improve your well-being, this podcast delivers actionable steps to enhance your health and the well-being of those around you. Each episode provides practical insights and inspiration to help you feel more confident and in control. We cover a broad range of topics, from nutrition to overall wellness, offering expert advice, strategies, and tips for people of all ages and stages of life. Join us for conversations with leading experts as we explore how small, intentional changes can create lasting, positive impacts in your everyday life. en Thu, 12 Mar 2026 02:03:55 +0000 Thu, 12 Mar 2026 02:04:06 +0000 https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/0d39b3e7-bff6-48ff-b785-262d6795e4bc/885af444-943f-4707-b578-9823293b1e5c/3000x3000/podcast-logo.jpg?aid=rss_feed https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com episodic Baby Steps Nutrition, created and hosted by Argavan Nilforoush, a mompreneur and Registered Dietitian, is your go-to resource for an integrative approach to health and wellness. Whether you're a parent, caregiver, or simply looking to improve your well-being, this podcast delivers actionable steps to enhance your health and the well-being of those around you. Each episode provides practical insights and inspiration to help you feel more confident and in control. We cover a broad range of topics, from nutrition to overall wellness, offering expert advice, strategies, and tips for people of all ages and stages of life. Join us for conversations with leading experts as we explore how small, intentional changes can create lasting, positive impacts in your everyday life. Argavan Nilforoush false https://feeds.simplecast.com/tpjJ2Kbl children, mental healt, diet, kids, parenting life, food, holistic, dietitian, lactation, dad life, add, motherhood, adhd, functional medicine, infants, pregnancy, adolescent mental health, sports nutrition, alternative medicine, family, babies, family life, kid, baby, family podcast, natural, teens, breastfeeding, non toxic, caregiver, eating, food podcast, nutrition, children and teens, heal, mom life, clean eating, healing, clean lifestyle, health, integrative medicine, moms, dads, emotional health, nutrition podcast, expert, families, parenting advice, teen mental health, first five, food is medicine, holistic health, foods, nutrition expert, young adults, garden, mental health podcast, health tips, infant nutrition, men's health, integrative, parenting, underweight, lifestyle, mompreneur, natural remedy, toddler nutrition, nourish, weight, overweight, parenting help, physical health, picky, picky eating, teen nutrition Argavan Nilforoush, RDN argavan@gmail.com 1a7661b6-870a-49f4-a44f-60662afd00cb Episode 155- Raising Teen Girls In this episode, we discuss:

• The emotional challenges teenage girls face today that parents often underestimate
• How to recognize the difference between typical teenage behavior and signs a daughter may need extra support
• Daily ways parents can support their daughter’s mental health and emotional resilience
• The impact of body image and physical changes on confidence and self-worth
• How to respond when your daughter is angry, withdrawn, or shuts down
• Supporting girls through friendship conflict, social pressure, and rejection
• Common parenting patterns that unintentionally push teens away—and what to do instead
• Setting healthy boundaries while maintaining trust and emotional connection
• When to consider professional support and how to introduce therapy without stigma
• Why parent self-care matters—and how a parent’s emotional health influences their child

This conversation offers practical guidance and reassurance for parents navigating the complex and meaningful journey of raising teenage girls.

You can find Arin on her website at https://www.healmarin.com/, on Instagram @healmarin and on Facebook as Arin Bass page.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Thu, 12 Mar 2026 02:03:55 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-155-raising-teen-girls-ReuLUMXw In this episode, we discuss:

• The emotional challenges teenage girls face today that parents often underestimate
• How to recognize the difference between typical teenage behavior and signs a daughter may need extra support
• Daily ways parents can support their daughter’s mental health and emotional resilience
• The impact of body image and physical changes on confidence and self-worth
• How to respond when your daughter is angry, withdrawn, or shuts down
• Supporting girls through friendship conflict, social pressure, and rejection
• Common parenting patterns that unintentionally push teens away—and what to do instead
• Setting healthy boundaries while maintaining trust and emotional connection
• When to consider professional support and how to introduce therapy without stigma
• Why parent self-care matters—and how a parent’s emotional health influences their child

This conversation offers practical guidance and reassurance for parents navigating the complex and meaningful journey of raising teenage girls.

You can find Arin on her website at https://www.healmarin.com/, on Instagram @healmarin and on Facebook as Arin Bass page.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 155- Raising Teen Girls Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:40:19 Raising a teenage girl today comes with unique emotional, social, and developmental challenges—for both daughters and their parents. In this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan sits down with Arin Bass, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, to talk about the emotional world of teenage girls and how parents can support their daughters with empathy, connection, and healthy boundaries. Adolescence is a time of rapid change—physically, emotionally, and socially. Many parents find themselves wondering when a behavior is simply part of normal development and when it may signal that their daughter needs additional support. Arin shares insights from her clinical work helping families navigate these moments with greater understanding and confidence. Together, they explore how parents can create a foundation of trust, support their daughters through friendship struggles and body image concerns, and maintain strong relationships during the often turbulent teen years. Raising a teenage girl today comes with unique emotional, social, and developmental challenges—for both daughters and their parents. In this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan sits down with Arin Bass, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, to talk about the emotional world of teenage girls and how parents can support their daughters with empathy, connection, and healthy boundaries. Adolescence is a time of rapid change—physically, emotionally, and socially. Many parents find themselves wondering when a behavior is simply part of normal development and when it may signal that their daughter needs additional support. Arin shares insights from her clinical work helping families navigate these moments with greater understanding and confidence. Together, they explore how parents can create a foundation of trust, support their daughters through friendship struggles and body image concerns, and maintain strong relationships during the often turbulent teen years. false full 5cea4a42-6b6a-4845-bf40-d1bb1c348087 Episode 154- Breathing and Babies: What Parents Need to Know Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Breathe, Sleep, Thrive Book

  • https://breathesleepthrivebook.com/

 

 

For more on Dr. Lim, you can follow her on Instagram @dr.shereenlim, on Facebook: Dr Shereen Lim page and through her website https://www.drshereenlim.com.au/.
 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Thu, 4 Dec 2025 02:12:36 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-154-breathing-and-babies-what-parents-need-to-know-fYo9xT_X Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Breathe, Sleep, Thrive Book

  • https://breathesleepthrivebook.com/

 

 

For more on Dr. Lim, you can follow her on Instagram @dr.shereenlim, on Facebook: Dr Shereen Lim page and through her website https://www.drshereenlim.com.au/.
 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 154- Breathing and Babies: What Parents Need to Know Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:29:41 In this powerful conversation, Argavan speaks with Dr. Shereen Lim, dentist, airway health advocate, and author of Breathe, Sleep, Thrive. Dr. Lim has dedicated her career to helping children and adults understand the root causes of sleep and breathing challenges — starting from infancy. Together, they explore how early feeding patterns, jaw and tongue development, and breathing habits shape lifelong health, sleep, emotional well-being, and cognitive development. Tune in now! In this powerful conversation, Argavan speaks with Dr. Shereen Lim, dentist, airway health advocate, and author of Breathe, Sleep, Thrive. Dr. Lim has dedicated her career to helping children and adults understand the root causes of sleep and breathing challenges — starting from infancy. Together, they explore how early feeding patterns, jaw and tongue development, and breathing habits shape lifelong health, sleep, emotional well-being, and cognitive development. Tune in now! false full bb3a30f0-fc37-4215-b763-1af313c8495c Episode 153- The Transition Years: How to Nourish Yourself When the Kids Are Grown In this episode, we discuss:

Leigh’s own transition and self-nourishment journey 

Finding identity and purpose after parenting

Nutrition shifts during peri- and post-menopause

Favorite energizing foods and simple meal ideas

The link between spiritual and physical health

Cooking tips for a smaller household

Grounding rituals for balance and well-being

Overcoming emotional blocks and finding support

 

You can find Leigh on her website at asohlifestyle.com, on Instagram @chef_leighm, and on Facebook as Leigh M – Plain and Simple.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Wed, 8 Oct 2025 00:18:54 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-153-the-transition-years-how-to-nourish-yourself-when-the-kids-are-grown-dosbQ3Gn In this episode, we discuss:

Leigh’s own transition and self-nourishment journey 

Finding identity and purpose after parenting

Nutrition shifts during peri- and post-menopause

Favorite energizing foods and simple meal ideas

The link between spiritual and physical health

Cooking tips for a smaller household

Grounding rituals for balance and well-being

Overcoming emotional blocks and finding support

 

You can find Leigh on her website at asohlifestyle.com, on Instagram @chef_leighm, and on Facebook as Leigh M – Plain and Simple.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Episode 153- The Transition Years: How to Nourish Yourself When the Kids Are Grown Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:37:16 In this powerful and heartfelt conversation, Argavan speaks with Leigh Marshall, a celebrity chef, nutrition advocate and dynamic speaker, about one of life’s most profound chapters — the transition from full-time parenting to rediscovering yourself once the kids are grown. Argavan and Leigh discuss how women can reclaim identity, purpose, and vitality in this new season of life — from shifting nutritional needs to grounding rituals that nourish the body, mind, and spirit. Tune in now! In this powerful and heartfelt conversation, Argavan speaks with Leigh Marshall, a celebrity chef, nutrition advocate and dynamic speaker, about one of life’s most profound chapters — the transition from full-time parenting to rediscovering yourself once the kids are grown. Argavan and Leigh discuss how women can reclaim identity, purpose, and vitality in this new season of life — from shifting nutritional needs to grounding rituals that nourish the body, mind, and spirit. Tune in now! false full 669d621e-5338-4d73-a386-8cdf3974b1c3 Episode 152- Bigger Hearted Parenting: Wisdom for Raising Children and Ourselves Mentioned in This Episode:

 

Dr. Schneebaum’s book

 

For more on Dr. Schneeabaum, you can follow him through his website https://ronschneebaummd.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Fri, 2 May 2025 18:20:36 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-152-bigger-hearted-parenting-wisdom-for-raising-children-and-ourselves-WQdPHeug Mentioned in This Episode:

 

Dr. Schneebaum’s book

 

For more on Dr. Schneeabaum, you can follow him through his website https://ronschneebaummd.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 152- Bigger Hearted Parenting: Wisdom for Raising Children and Ourselves Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:44:35 Today’s guest is someone who’s spent over 40 years at the heart of pediatric care—and even more at the heart of human care. Dr. Ron Schneebaum is a retired primary care pediatrician who has long recognized the profound role that love, connection, and compassion play in our mental and emotional well-being. Throughout his decades in practice, Dr. Schneebaum observed a powerful pattern: when love isn’t felt, self-worth declines and life’s joys begin to fade. But rather than accept that as fate, he developed a heartfelt, human-centered approach to help others understand their inner challenges and begin to heal. As a clinical faculty member at Dartmouth College’s Geisel School of Medicine, he taught future physicians how to bring more heart to their care. Now, as the author of Bigger Hearted: A Retired Pediatrician’s Prescriptions for Living a Happier Life, Dr. Schneebaum continues his mission through workshops, writing, podcasts, and one-on-one mentorship. In this episode, Dr. Schneebaum speaks about the lifelong impact of love, how to nurture compassion from the inside out, and why being “bigger-hearted” might just be the most powerful prescription of all. Today’s guest is someone who’s spent over 40 years at the heart of pediatric care—and even more at the heart of human care. Dr. Ron Schneebaum is a retired primary care pediatrician who has long recognized the profound role that love, connection, and compassion play in our mental and emotional well-being. Throughout his decades in practice, Dr. Schneebaum observed a powerful pattern: when love isn’t felt, self-worth declines and life’s joys begin to fade. But rather than accept that as fate, he developed a heartfelt, human-centered approach to help others understand their inner challenges and begin to heal. As a clinical faculty member at Dartmouth College’s Geisel School of Medicine, he taught future physicians how to bring more heart to their care. Now, as the author of Bigger Hearted: A Retired Pediatrician’s Prescriptions for Living a Happier Life, Dr. Schneebaum continues his mission through workshops, writing, podcasts, and one-on-one mentorship. In this episode, Dr. Schneebaum speaks about the lifelong impact of love, how to nurture compassion from the inside out, and why being “bigger-hearted” might just be the most powerful prescription of all. false full d8bfd6d6-ab0d-4382-9852-0a3d6616e227 Episode 151- 4th Trimester & Postpartum Care Mentioned in this Episode:

 

The First Forty Days Book

  • https://store.abramsbooks.com/products/the-first-forty-days

 

March of Dimes- Nowhere to Go: Maternity Care Deserts Across the US 2024 Report

  • https://www.marchofdimes.org/maternity-care-deserts-report

 

Fourth Trimester Podcast

  • https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fourth-trimester-the-first-months-and-beyond/id1092879503

 

March of Dimes Statement, Dr. Amanda P. Williams, Interim Chief Medical Officer at March of Dimes | March of Dimes

March of Dimes Statement, Dr. Amanda P. Williams, Interim Chief Medical Officer at March of Dimes | March of Dimes

 

Wire Your Baby for Success Through Optimal Newborn Brain Development 

 

HelloGaia AI-driven chat service

  • hellogaia.aihttps://hellogaia.aiAbout HelloGaia

 

For more on Sarah Trott, you can follow her on Instagram @fourthtrimesterpodcast and through her website https://fourthtrimesterpodcast.com.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Thu, 27 Mar 2025 06:03:21 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-151-4th-trimester-postpartum-care-twW30xkc Mentioned in this Episode:

 

The First Forty Days Book

  • https://store.abramsbooks.com/products/the-first-forty-days

 

March of Dimes- Nowhere to Go: Maternity Care Deserts Across the US 2024 Report

  • https://www.marchofdimes.org/maternity-care-deserts-report

 

Fourth Trimester Podcast

  • https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fourth-trimester-the-first-months-and-beyond/id1092879503

 

March of Dimes Statement, Dr. Amanda P. Williams, Interim Chief Medical Officer at March of Dimes | March of Dimes

March of Dimes Statement, Dr. Amanda P. Williams, Interim Chief Medical Officer at March of Dimes | March of Dimes

 

Wire Your Baby for Success Through Optimal Newborn Brain Development 

 

HelloGaia AI-driven chat service

  • hellogaia.aihttps://hellogaia.aiAbout HelloGaia

 

For more on Sarah Trott, you can follow her on Instagram @fourthtrimesterpodcast and through her website https://fourthtrimesterpodcast.com.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Episode 151- 4th Trimester & Postpartum Care Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:29:21 In this insightful episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, I'm joined by Sarah Trott, founder of the Fourth Trimester Podcast and advocate for maternal wellness. Sarah shares her deep knowledge and personal experiences around the fourth trimester—the critical, yet often overlooked, period following childbirth. We explore what the fourth trimester really means and why it matters, common physical and emotional challenges for new parents, tips for setting realistic expectations and building a postpartum plan and much more! Whether you’re a new parent, expecting, or supporting someone who is, this episode is for you! In this insightful episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, I'm joined by Sarah Trott, founder of the Fourth Trimester Podcast and advocate for maternal wellness. Sarah shares her deep knowledge and personal experiences around the fourth trimester—the critical, yet often overlooked, period following childbirth. We explore what the fourth trimester really means and why it matters, common physical and emotional challenges for new parents, tips for setting realistic expectations and building a postpartum plan and much more! Whether you’re a new parent, expecting, or supporting someone who is, this episode is for you! false full dd8cd681-a718-4170-a3a9-e8057a1ff09f Episode 150- Modern Parenting: Cutting Through the Chaos & Getting Back to Basics Mentioned in this Episode:

 

American Academy of Pediatrics- HealthyChildren.org

- https://www.healthychildren.org/English/Pages/default.aspx

 

Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia

- https://www.chop.edu/

 

Podcasts

- https://www.jpbelinkiemd.com/podcasts

 

For more on Dr. Parga-Belinkie, you can follow her on Instagram @jopargalinkiemd and through her website https://www.jpbelinkiemd.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Mon, 17 Mar 2025 17:57:29 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-150-modern-parenting-cutting-through-the-chaos-getting-back-to-basics-_CKRsMjB Mentioned in this Episode:

 

American Academy of Pediatrics- HealthyChildren.org

- https://www.healthychildren.org/English/Pages/default.aspx

 

Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia

- https://www.chop.edu/

 

Podcasts

- https://www.jpbelinkiemd.com/podcasts

 

For more on Dr. Parga-Belinkie, you can follow her on Instagram @jopargalinkiemd and through her website https://www.jpbelinkiemd.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Episode 150- Modern Parenting: Cutting Through the Chaos & Getting Back to Basics Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:38:35 Parenting today feels more overwhelming than ever. Between endless expert advice, social media comparisons, and the pressure to do everything right, many parents find themselves stressed, distracted, and questioning their instincts. But what if raising happy, well-adjusted kids didn’t have to be so complicated? In this episode, I’mjoined by Dr. Joanna Parga-Belinkie, a neonatologist, board-certified lactation consultant, and an expert in attachment theory and early childhood development. She shares how parents can cut through the chaos of modern parenting and return to what truly matters: connection, presence, and trust in your own intuition. Argavan and Dr. Parga-Belinkie discuss how parenting has evolved and what defines “modern parenting” today, navigating the overwhelming world of parenting advice—what to keep and what to let go, the foundation of secure attachment and much more! Listen now! Parenting today feels more overwhelming than ever. Between endless expert advice, social media comparisons, and the pressure to do everything right, many parents find themselves stressed, distracted, and questioning their instincts. But what if raising happy, well-adjusted kids didn’t have to be so complicated? In this episode, I’mjoined by Dr. Joanna Parga-Belinkie, a neonatologist, board-certified lactation consultant, and an expert in attachment theory and early childhood development. She shares how parents can cut through the chaos of modern parenting and return to what truly matters: connection, presence, and trust in your own intuition. Argavan and Dr. Parga-Belinkie discuss how parenting has evolved and what defines “modern parenting” today, navigating the overwhelming world of parenting advice—what to keep and what to let go, the foundation of secure attachment and much more! Listen now! false full d6cd4763-e262-4f9a-8f14-20b3cf30af98 PODCASTHON 2025: Episode 149- OneBite I Anti DIet On this insightful episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan chats with

Evelyn Tribole, MS, RDN, CEDRD-S, a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and co-creator of

Intuitive Eating, an evidence-based, compassionate self-care eating framework rooted in dignity and respect for all bodies. Since 1995, Evelyn has been at the forefront of helping people cultivate a healthy relationship with food, mind, and body. She’s also the author of 10 books and has a thriving nutrition counseling practice in Newport Beach, California. Evelyn is passionate about public speaking and training health professionals on the process of Intuitive Eating.

 

We discuss Evelyn's background in Intuitive Eating, the modern anti-diet movement, how diet culture on social media impacted our internal dialogue around hunger and body image and much more! Tune in now.

 

Mentioned in this Episode:

 

The 10 Principles of Intuitive Eating

- https://www.intuitiveeating.org/about-us/10-principles-of-intuitive-eating/

 

Project EAT ((Eating and Activity over Time)

- https://www.sph.umn.edu/research/projects/project-eat/

 

The Minesotta Semistarvation Study

- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hcjdPE1nDQg

 

Book: The Great Starvation Experiment: The Heroic Men Who Starved so That Millions Could Live

- https://www.amazon.com/Great-Starvation-Experiment-Starved-Millions/dp/0743270304

 

New York Times Article: They Rejected Diet Culture 30 Years Ago. Then They Went Mainstream.

- https://www.nytimes.com/2023/01/18/well/intuitive-eating.html?smtyp=cur&smid=tw-nytimes

 

 

 

For more on Evelyn Tribole, you can follow her on Instagram @evelyntribole and through her websites https://www.intuitiveeating.org/ and https://www.evelyntribole.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

 

]]> Fri, 14 Mar 2025 22:28:36 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/podcasthon-2025-episode-149-onebite-i-anti-diet-oYlGqjty On this insightful episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan chats with

Evelyn Tribole, MS, RDN, CEDRD-S, a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and co-creator of

Intuitive Eating, an evidence-based, compassionate self-care eating framework rooted in dignity and respect for all bodies. Since 1995, Evelyn has been at the forefront of helping people cultivate a healthy relationship with food, mind, and body. She’s also the author of 10 books and has a thriving nutrition counseling practice in Newport Beach, California. Evelyn is passionate about public speaking and training health professionals on the process of Intuitive Eating.

 

We discuss Evelyn's background in Intuitive Eating, the modern anti-diet movement, how diet culture on social media impacted our internal dialogue around hunger and body image and much more! Tune in now.

 

Mentioned in this Episode:

 

The 10 Principles of Intuitive Eating

- https://www.intuitiveeating.org/about-us/10-principles-of-intuitive-eating/

 

Project EAT ((Eating and Activity over Time)

- https://www.sph.umn.edu/research/projects/project-eat/

 

The Minesotta Semistarvation Study

- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hcjdPE1nDQg

 

Book: The Great Starvation Experiment: The Heroic Men Who Starved so That Millions Could Live

- https://www.amazon.com/Great-Starvation-Experiment-Starved-Millions/dp/0743270304

 

New York Times Article: They Rejected Diet Culture 30 Years Ago. Then They Went Mainstream.

- https://www.nytimes.com/2023/01/18/well/intuitive-eating.html?smtyp=cur&smid=tw-nytimes

 

 

 

For more on Evelyn Tribole, you can follow her on Instagram @evelyntribole and through her websites https://www.intuitiveeating.org/ and https://www.evelyntribole.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

 

]]> PODCASTHON 2025: Episode 149- OneBite I Anti DIet Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:11:58 I’m incredibly proud to be joining forces with fellow podcasters from 32 countries to amplify the voices of hundreds of incredible charities around the world. This powerful initiative reflects our shared commitment to using our platforms for social good and positive change ✨. This episode is dedicated to Nepal Orphans Home (NOH) 🏠—an organization close to my heart. NOH is devoted to the care of children in Nepal who have been orphaned, abandoned, or are not supported by their families. They provide not only the basics—food 🍽️, shelter 🛏️, education 📚, and healthcare 🩺—but also something every child deserves: love and compassion ❤️. When voices unite, impact multiplies 🔊🤝. I’m incredibly proud to be joining forces with fellow podcasters from 32 countries to amplify the voices of hundreds of incredible charities around the world. This powerful initiative reflects our shared commitment to using our platforms for social good and positive change ✨. This episode is dedicated to Nepal Orphans Home (NOH) 🏠—an organization close to my heart. NOH is devoted to the care of children in Nepal who have been orphaned, abandoned, or are not supported by their families. They provide not only the basics—food 🍽️, shelter 🛏️, education 📚, and healthcare 🩺—but also something every child deserves: love and compassion ❤️. When voices unite, impact multiplies 🔊🤝. false full 409acfb4-fa15-4554-b770-5dd63a8e5fbd Episode 148- Supporting Men Through Emotional Challenges Mentioned in This Episode and Eran’s Recommendations:

 

Eran Magen on YouTube

 

Divorcing Dads website

 

Divorcing Dads Podcast

 

 

For more on Dr. Magen, you can follow him on Instagram @EranMagenPhD and through his website www.eranmagen.com.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Mon, 17 Feb 2025 22:57:38 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-148-supporting-men-through-emotional-challenges-_gubfJT6 Mentioned in This Episode and Eran’s Recommendations:

 

Eran Magen on YouTube

 

Divorcing Dads website

 

Divorcing Dads Podcast

 

 

For more on Dr. Magen, you can follow him on Instagram @EranMagenPhD and through his website www.eranmagen.com.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Episode 148- Supporting Men Through Emotional Challenges Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:43:37 Divorce is a significant risk factor for men’s mental health, with suicide rates for divorced men being eight times higher than for women. In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Eran Magen, a clinical psychologist, educator, and founder of DivorcingDads.org, to discuss the emotional challenges men face during and after divorce. Dr. Magen shares insights on why men struggle to seek support, how they can navigate emotional recovery, and practical steps to maintain strong relationships with their children while rebuilding their lives. Argavan and Dr. Eran Magen explore the mental health challenges men face, the stigma around seeking support, strategies for emotional recovery, the importance of connection and ways to foster healing and connection. Don’t miss this enlightening conversation! Divorce is a significant risk factor for men’s mental health, with suicide rates for divorced men being eight times higher than for women. In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Eran Magen, a clinical psychologist, educator, and founder of DivorcingDads.org, to discuss the emotional challenges men face during and after divorce. Dr. Magen shares insights on why men struggle to seek support, how they can navigate emotional recovery, and practical steps to maintain strong relationships with their children while rebuilding their lives. Argavan and Dr. Eran Magen explore the mental health challenges men face, the stigma around seeking support, strategies for emotional recovery, the importance of connection and ways to foster healing and connection. Don’t miss this enlightening conversation! false full 192b8573-6ebd-4b16-82af-ffa055d0b8e6 Episode 147- Nurturing Children's Oral Health Mentioned in This Episode:

 

American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry

  • https://www.aapd.org/

 

Find a Pediatric Dentist

  • https://www.aapd.org/publications/find-a-pd/

 

For more on Dr. Hardwick you can follow her on Instagram @tam.teeth and through her website mttampediatricdentistry.com.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Wed, 5 Feb 2025 03:06:27 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-147-nurturing-childrens-health-uoKw_egn Mentioned in This Episode:

 

American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry

  • https://www.aapd.org/

 

Find a Pediatric Dentist

  • https://www.aapd.org/publications/find-a-pd/

 

For more on Dr. Hardwick you can follow her on Instagram @tam.teeth and through her website mttampediatricdentistry.com.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 147- Nurturing Children's Oral Health Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:41:58 In this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan sits down with Dr. Stephanie Hardwick, a pediatric dentist with over a decade of experience practicing in Marin and San Francisco. As the driving force behind Mt Tam Pediatric Dentistry, she's committed to providing a child-first dental practice that prioritizes quality, convenience, and, most importantly, the well-being of little ones. Dr. Hardwick is American Board of Pediatric Dentistry Certified, with an education from UCLA's School of Dentistry and completing her Pediatric Dentistry Residency at NYU. Her passion for children's dental health extends to her active involvement in professional memberships, including the CA Society of Pediatric Dentistry, American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Marin County Dental Society, CA Dental Association, and the American Dental Association. Argavan and Dr. Hardwick discuss the importance of early intervention in promoting functional oral health, key oral health issues children often encounter, dental anxiety in children and much much more! Tune in now! In this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan sits down with Dr. Stephanie Hardwick, a pediatric dentist with over a decade of experience practicing in Marin and San Francisco. As the driving force behind Mt Tam Pediatric Dentistry, she's committed to providing a child-first dental practice that prioritizes quality, convenience, and, most importantly, the well-being of little ones. Dr. Hardwick is American Board of Pediatric Dentistry Certified, with an education from UCLA's School of Dentistry and completing her Pediatric Dentistry Residency at NYU. Her passion for children's dental health extends to her active involvement in professional memberships, including the CA Society of Pediatric Dentistry, American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Marin County Dental Society, CA Dental Association, and the American Dental Association. Argavan and Dr. Hardwick discuss the importance of early intervention in promoting functional oral health, key oral health issues children often encounter, dental anxiety in children and much much more! Tune in now! false full fc9cca38-d9fc-40c7-a235-72f02e3b8c84 Episode 146- Resolving Family Conflicts Mentioned in This Episode:

 

Conflict Prevention Conflict Kit

 

Free 30-Minute Family Strategy Session

 

Rupture Repair Role Play

 

For more on Lisa Rothman, you can follow her on Instagram @stopfamilyconflict and StopFamilyConflict.com.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Sat, 25 Jan 2025 18:37:53 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/resolving-family-conflicts-k6oX9jd1 Mentioned in This Episode:

 

Conflict Prevention Conflict Kit

 

Free 30-Minute Family Strategy Session

 

Rupture Repair Role Play

 

For more on Lisa Rothman, you can follow her on Instagram @stopfamilyconflict and StopFamilyConflict.com.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 146- Resolving Family Conflicts Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:46:57 Welcome to the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast! Today’s guest is Lisa Rothman, a family conflict resolution expert with over two decades of experience helping parents create harmony and connection at home. Through her work at StopFamilyConflict.com, Lisa empowers families with practical strategies to prevent, repair, and dissolve conflicts. In this episode, we dive into common parenting challenges, universal tools for de-escalating tension, and creative solutions to foster peaceful family dynamics—especially during mealtimes. Argavan and Lisa discuss her inspiring journey into family conflict resolution and why she focuses on supporting parents; common sources of conflict in families and the underlying reasons they arise; role playing with real life examples and more! Tune in now! Welcome to the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast! Today’s guest is Lisa Rothman, a family conflict resolution expert with over two decades of experience helping parents create harmony and connection at home. Through her work at StopFamilyConflict.com, Lisa empowers families with practical strategies to prevent, repair, and dissolve conflicts. In this episode, we dive into common parenting challenges, universal tools for de-escalating tension, and creative solutions to foster peaceful family dynamics—especially during mealtimes. Argavan and Lisa discuss her inspiring journey into family conflict resolution and why she focuses on supporting parents; common sources of conflict in families and the underlying reasons they arise; role playing with real life examples and more! Tune in now! false full 53b783a4-7ff8-4769-a01e-222591863990 Episode 145- The Seasons of Relationships Mentioned in This Episode:

 

8 Rules of Love by Jay Shetty

On Purpose Podcast with Jay Shetty

Attachment Theory by Thais Gibson

The School of Greatness Podcast by Lewis Howes featuring Esther Perel

 

 

For more on Sarah Jones, you can follow her on Instagram @sarahjones_85.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

 

]]> Sat, 11 Jan 2025 17:38:41 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-145-the-seasons-of-relationships-Bx3GFWhX Mentioned in This Episode:

 

8 Rules of Love by Jay Shetty

On Purpose Podcast with Jay Shetty

Attachment Theory by Thais Gibson

The School of Greatness Podcast by Lewis Howes featuring Esther Perel

 

 

For more on Sarah Jones, you can follow her on Instagram @sarahjones_85.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

 

]]> Episode 145- The Seasons of Relationships Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:38:30 In this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, I sit down with Sarah Jones, a passionate relationship coach dedicated to helping individuals and couples navigate the complexities of love, communication, and connection. Whether you’re looking to strengthen a current relationship, heal after a breakup, or build self-awareness, Sarah shares actionable advice and strategies to support your journey. Argavan and Sarah discuss some of the most common myths about relationships and how they can impact couples, how relationships change as people move through different life stages, from early dating and marriage to parenting, midlife, and beyond, setting healthy boundaries to prevent repeating old mistakes and much more! In this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, I sit down with Sarah Jones, a passionate relationship coach dedicated to helping individuals and couples navigate the complexities of love, communication, and connection. Whether you’re looking to strengthen a current relationship, heal after a breakup, or build self-awareness, Sarah shares actionable advice and strategies to support your journey. Argavan and Sarah discuss some of the most common myths about relationships and how they can impact couples, how relationships change as people move through different life stages, from early dating and marriage to parenting, midlife, and beyond, setting healthy boundaries to prevent repeating old mistakes and much more! false full 737adfae-96fb-44f5-a65c-7286e5d25ec0 Episode 144- Revolutionizing Kids’ Health with Dr. Joel 'Gator' Warsh Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Harmful ingredients in cereals

 

European Food Safety Authority

 

What is GRAS? (generally recognized as safe)


Dr. Joel’s Book: Parenting At Your Child’s Pace

  • https://parentingatyourchildspace.com/

 

Dr. Joel on Episode 50 of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast

 

 

For more on Dr. Warsh, you can follow him on Instagram @drjoelgator and through his website https://integrativepediatricsandmedicine.com.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Wed, 13 Nov 2024 21:29:24 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-144-revolutionizing-kids-health-with-dr-joel-gator-warsh-D6KgkwIw Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Harmful ingredients in cereals

 

European Food Safety Authority

 

What is GRAS? (generally recognized as safe)


Dr. Joel’s Book: Parenting At Your Child’s Pace

  • https://parentingatyourchildspace.com/

 

Dr. Joel on Episode 50 of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast

 

 

For more on Dr. Warsh, you can follow him on Instagram @drjoelgator and through his website https://integrativepediatricsandmedicine.com.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 144- Revolutionizing Kids’ Health with Dr. Joel 'Gator' Warsh Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:29:46 On today’s episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, I'm thrilled to welcome back Dr. Joel “Gator” Warsh! Dr. Warsh, a board-certified pediatrician, is known for his integrative approach to children’s health and is a trusted voice in pediatric wellness. In this conversation, Dr. Warsh shares his insights on some of today’s biggest health concerns for children, diving into the latest trends, challenges, and solutions to improve kids' health. Dr. Joel discusses his journey as an advocate for children’s health, the challenges and solutions in children’s health, including insights from his visit to Kellogg’s HQ, the role of policy in promoting healthier options, and strategies for parents to make better choices amid big-brand influences. Don't miss it! On today’s episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, I'm thrilled to welcome back Dr. Joel “Gator” Warsh! Dr. Warsh, a board-certified pediatrician, is known for his integrative approach to children’s health and is a trusted voice in pediatric wellness. In this conversation, Dr. Warsh shares his insights on some of today’s biggest health concerns for children, diving into the latest trends, challenges, and solutions to improve kids' health. Dr. Joel discusses his journey as an advocate for children’s health, the challenges and solutions in children’s health, including insights from his visit to Kellogg’s HQ, the role of policy in promoting healthier options, and strategies for parents to make better choices amid big-brand influences. Don't miss it! false full e9822bba-ddcb-423d-a4ce-78ef04c55480 Episode 143- Picky Eating Unpacked Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Jenny's Recommended Resources

 

For more on Jennifer Friedman, you can follow her on Instagram @feedingpickyeaters, and through her website JennyFriedmanNutrition.com

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Fri, 25 Oct 2024 16:21:02 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-143-picky-eating-unpacked-D5mo2Yc2 Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Jenny's Recommended Resources

 

For more on Jennifer Friedman, you can follow her on Instagram @feedingpickyeaters, and through her website JennyFriedmanNutrition.com

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 143- Picky Eating Unpacked Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:31:40 In this insightful episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan talks with Jenny Friedman, a pediatric dietitian known for her expertise in managing severe food aversions in children. As the author of Stories of Extreme Picky Eating: Children with Severe Food Aversions and the Solutions that Helped Them, Jenny combines her professional knowledge with personal insights, being a mom to a picky toddler and a baby with food allergies. Argavan and Jenny discuss the reasons behind extreme picky eating and early signs to watch for, how parents can change their mindset when handling a picky eater, debunking myths like the "clean plate club" and other popular methods and much more! Tune in! In this insightful episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan talks with Jenny Friedman, a pediatric dietitian known for her expertise in managing severe food aversions in children. As the author of Stories of Extreme Picky Eating: Children with Severe Food Aversions and the Solutions that Helped Them, Jenny combines her professional knowledge with personal insights, being a mom to a picky toddler and a baby with food allergies. Argavan and Jenny discuss the reasons behind extreme picky eating and early signs to watch for, how parents can change their mindset when handling a picky eater, debunking myths like the "clean plate club" and other popular methods and much more! Tune in! false full 6c5e9f3c-6414-439f-b971-7487921e0ab7 Episode 142- Fueling the Frontlines: Nutrition for First Responders Mentioned in this Episode:

 

CSPDA Firefighter Fact Sheet:

  • https://sportsrd.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/CPSDA-firefighter-fact-sheet-082923.pdf

 

Feeding America’s Bravest: Survival Mediterranean Style – Firefighters’ Mediterranean Diet Intervention

  • Free Recipe Book on https://www.rescuerd.com/

 

Recipes:

 

Nutrition Articles: 

  • https://pbgfrwellness.com/nutritional-articles/

 

 

For more on Megan Lautz, you can follow her on Instagram @rescue.rd, on TikTok @Rescue.RD, on LinkedIn @MeganLautz and through her website https://www.rescuerd.com//

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Mon, 14 Oct 2024 20:30:22 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-142-fueling-the-frontlines-nutrition-for-first-responders-WZiEqSBF Mentioned in this Episode:

 

CSPDA Firefighter Fact Sheet:

  • https://sportsrd.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/CPSDA-firefighter-fact-sheet-082923.pdf

 

Feeding America’s Bravest: Survival Mediterranean Style – Firefighters’ Mediterranean Diet Intervention

  • Free Recipe Book on https://www.rescuerd.com/

 

Recipes:

 

Nutrition Articles: 

  • https://pbgfrwellness.com/nutritional-articles/

 

 

For more on Megan Lautz, you can follow her on Instagram @rescue.rd, on TikTok @Rescue.RD, on LinkedIn @MeganLautz and through her website https://www.rescuerd.com//

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 142- Fueling the Frontlines: Nutrition for First Responders Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:33:01 On this episode of Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, we’re spotlighting some of our everyday heroes—our first responders. From firefighters and police officers to paramedics and EMTs, these individuals face incredible physical and mental demands every day, often neglecting their own health in the process. I’m joined by fellow dietitian Megan Lautz, who has a wealth of experience working with this community, and together, we’ll explore how nutrition is key to enhancing their endurance, resilience, and overall well-being. We’ll discuss Megan’s journey as a dietitian, the unique challenges first responders face in maintaining a healthy lifestyle, and the impact of stress and trauma on their health. Plus, we’ll dive into practical strategies for supporting mental resilience, muscle recovery, and injury prevention through nutrition. Megan will share some of the most common nutrition-related issues she sees in this population and how she addresses them, as well as the rewarding experiences she’s had along the way. Tune in! On this episode of Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, we’re spotlighting some of our everyday heroes—our first responders. From firefighters and police officers to paramedics and EMTs, these individuals face incredible physical and mental demands every day, often neglecting their own health in the process. I’m joined by fellow dietitian Megan Lautz, who has a wealth of experience working with this community, and together, we’ll explore how nutrition is key to enhancing their endurance, resilience, and overall well-being. We’ll discuss Megan’s journey as a dietitian, the unique challenges first responders face in maintaining a healthy lifestyle, and the impact of stress and trauma on their health. Plus, we’ll dive into practical strategies for supporting mental resilience, muscle recovery, and injury prevention through nutrition. Megan will share some of the most common nutrition-related issues she sees in this population and how she addresses them, as well as the rewarding experiences she’s had along the way. Tune in! false full 5f78ff79-6bda-4854-b8bb-3e771a64d458 Episode 141- Anti Diet For more on Evelyn Tribole, you can follow her on Instagram @evelyntribole and through her websites https://www.intuitiveeating.org/ and https://www.evelyntribole.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Sat, 5 Oct 2024 03:09:24 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/anti-diet-R6rvMAEB For more on Evelyn Tribole, you can follow her on Instagram @evelyntribole and through her websites https://www.intuitiveeating.org/ and https://www.evelyntribole.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 141- Anti Diet Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:32:49 On this insightful episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan chats with Evelyn Tribole, MS, RDN, CEDRD-S, a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and co-creator of Intuitive Eating, an evidence-based, compassionate self-care eating framework rooted in dignity and respect for all bodies. Since 1995, Evelyn has been at the forefront of helping people cultivate a healthy relationship with food, mind, and body. She’s also the author of 10 books and has a thriving nutrition counseling practice in Newport Beach, California. Evelyn is passionate about public speaking and training health professionals on the process of Intuitive Eating. We discuss Evelyn's background in Intuitive Eating, the modern anti-diet movement, how diet culture on social media impacted our internal dialogue around hunger and body image and much more! Tune in now. Mentioned in this Episode: The 10 Principles of Intuitive Eating - https://www.intuitiveeating.org/about-us/10-principles-of-intuitive-eating/ Project EAT ((Eating and Activity over Time) - https://www.sph.umn.edu/research/projects/project-eat/ The Minesotta Semistarvation Study - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hcjdPE1nDQg Book: The Great Starvation Experiment: The Heroic Men Who Starved so That Millions Could Live - https://www.amazon.com/Great-Starvation-Experiment-Starved-Millions/dp/0743270304 New York Times Article: They Rejected Diet Culture 30 Years Ago. Then They Went Mainstream. - https://www.nytimes.com/2023/01/18/well/intuitive-eating.html?smtyp=cur&smid=tw-nytimes On this insightful episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan chats with Evelyn Tribole, MS, RDN, CEDRD-S, a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and co-creator of Intuitive Eating, an evidence-based, compassionate self-care eating framework rooted in dignity and respect for all bodies. Since 1995, Evelyn has been at the forefront of helping people cultivate a healthy relationship with food, mind, and body. She’s also the author of 10 books and has a thriving nutrition counseling practice in Newport Beach, California. Evelyn is passionate about public speaking and training health professionals on the process of Intuitive Eating. We discuss Evelyn's background in Intuitive Eating, the modern anti-diet movement, how diet culture on social media impacted our internal dialogue around hunger and body image and much more! Tune in now. Mentioned in this Episode: The 10 Principles of Intuitive Eating - https://www.intuitiveeating.org/about-us/10-principles-of-intuitive-eating/ Project EAT ((Eating and Activity over Time) - https://www.sph.umn.edu/research/projects/project-eat/ The Minesotta Semistarvation Study - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hcjdPE1nDQg Book: The Great Starvation Experiment: The Heroic Men Who Starved so That Millions Could Live - https://www.amazon.com/Great-Starvation-Experiment-Starved-Millions/dp/0743270304 New York Times Article: They Rejected Diet Culture 30 Years Ago. Then They Went Mainstream. - https://www.nytimes.com/2023/01/18/well/intuitive-eating.html?smtyp=cur&smid=tw-nytimes false full dc2980e9-aa64-498a-9a50-657bbbaceeb5 Episode 140- Empowering Mothers: Overcoming Anxiety Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Dr. Yip’s Latest book: Hello Baby, Goodbye Intrusive Thoughts: Stop the Spiral of Anxiety and OCD to Reclaim Wellness on Your Motherhood Journey

 

ADAA (Anxiety & Depression Association of America)

 

IOCDF (International OCD Foundation)

 

The Stress Less Life Podcast

 

 

For more on Dr. Yip, you can follow her on Instagram @drjennyyip, on Facebook: Dr. Jenny Yip page, on LinkedIn @Dr.JennyYip, on Twitter @DrJennyYip and through her website https://dryip.com/.

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Tue, 3 Sep 2024 18:54:54 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-140-empowering-mothers-overcoming-anxiety-cVolp0AU Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Dr. Yip’s Latest book: Hello Baby, Goodbye Intrusive Thoughts: Stop the Spiral of Anxiety and OCD to Reclaim Wellness on Your Motherhood Journey

 

ADAA (Anxiety & Depression Association of America)

 

IOCDF (International OCD Foundation)

 

The Stress Less Life Podcast

 

 

For more on Dr. Yip, you can follow her on Instagram @drjennyyip, on Facebook: Dr. Jenny Yip page, on LinkedIn @Dr.JennyYip, on Twitter @DrJennyYip and through her website https://dryip.com/.

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 140- Empowering Mothers: Overcoming Anxiety Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:37:25 On this mama-focused episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan talks with Dr. Yip, a Board-Certified Clinical Psychologist, author, speaker, and a nationally recognized OCD, anxiety, and parenting expert. She developed the Family Systems Based Strategic CBT and has treated severe OCD & anxiety disorders for almost two decades. She’s been featured in various media and co-hosts the Stress Less Life Podcast. Dr. Yip is Board Certified in Behavioral & Cognitive Psychology, is Clinical Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at USC Keck School of Medicine and is on various professional boards and committees geared to improve mental wellness. Author of “Productive, Successful You,” Dr. Yip founded the Renewed Freedom Center and Little Thinkers Center in Los Angeles for OCD, anxiety treatment, and children's critical thinking skills. Her new book, “Hello Baby, Goodbye Intrusive Thoughts,” provides CBT and ERP strategies to help mothers manage anxiety and connect with their children. Argavan and Dr. Yip discuss anxiety and OCD among new mothers, and why conditions often go undiagnosed, how mothers can differentiate between normal new parent worries and anxiety/OCD, myths or misconceptions and much more! Don’t miss this important conversation! On this mama-focused episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan talks with Dr. Yip, a Board-Certified Clinical Psychologist, author, speaker, and a nationally recognized OCD, anxiety, and parenting expert. She developed the Family Systems Based Strategic CBT and has treated severe OCD & anxiety disorders for almost two decades. She’s been featured in various media and co-hosts the Stress Less Life Podcast. Dr. Yip is Board Certified in Behavioral & Cognitive Psychology, is Clinical Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at USC Keck School of Medicine and is on various professional boards and committees geared to improve mental wellness. Author of “Productive, Successful You,” Dr. Yip founded the Renewed Freedom Center and Little Thinkers Center in Los Angeles for OCD, anxiety treatment, and children's critical thinking skills. Her new book, “Hello Baby, Goodbye Intrusive Thoughts,” provides CBT and ERP strategies to help mothers manage anxiety and connect with their children. Argavan and Dr. Yip discuss anxiety and OCD among new mothers, and why conditions often go undiagnosed, how mothers can differentiate between normal new parent worries and anxiety/OCD, myths or misconceptions and much more! Don’t miss this important conversation! false full b073d87a-fb6e-4ceb-a5e6-ae45c4e11ad7 Episode 139- Navigating Teen Anxiety and Eating Habits with Melanie Potock, MA, CCC-SLP Mentioned in this Episode:

 

On-demand course with Melanie and Dr. Dalton, a national expert in pediatric anxiety: - -- https://mymunchbug.com/courses/pediatric-feeding-disorders-and-anxiety/  (If you would like a discount code – you’re welcome to include mymunchbug10 for 10% off)

 

YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/melaniepotock

 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mymunchbug_melaniepotock/

 

Coaching: https://mymunchbug.com/coaching/

 

 

For more Melanie Potock, you can follow her through her website www.MelaniePotock.com. 

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Thu, 15 Aug 2024 16:23:53 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-139-navigating-teen-anxiety-and-eating-habits-with-melanie-potock-ma-ccc-slp-rPwgpp28 Mentioned in this Episode:

 

On-demand course with Melanie and Dr. Dalton, a national expert in pediatric anxiety: - -- https://mymunchbug.com/courses/pediatric-feeding-disorders-and-anxiety/  (If you would like a discount code – you’re welcome to include mymunchbug10 for 10% off)

 

YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/melaniepotock

 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mymunchbug_melaniepotock/

 

Coaching: https://mymunchbug.com/coaching/

 

 

For more Melanie Potock, you can follow her through her website www.MelaniePotock.com. 

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 139- Navigating Teen Anxiety and Eating Habits with Melanie Potock, MA, CCC-SLP Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:36:33 On this teen focused episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan chats with Melanie Potock, a pediatric feeding therapist, author, and speaker who is recognized for her expertise in supporting children with feeding difficulties, including picky eating and food sensitivities. Melanie has authored several books on pediatric feeding, including "Adventures in Veggieland" and "Raising a Healthy, Happy Eater." She is also a popular speaker at conferences and workshops, where she shares practical strategies for parents and professionals. Argavan and Melanie discuss common signs or symptoms of teen anxiety related to eating habits, specific triggers or stressors that often exacerbate anxiety around eating in teenagers, what Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) is, and much more! A must listen for all parents! On this teen focused episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan chats with Melanie Potock, a pediatric feeding therapist, author, and speaker who is recognized for her expertise in supporting children with feeding difficulties, including picky eating and food sensitivities. Melanie has authored several books on pediatric feeding, including "Adventures in Veggieland" and "Raising a Healthy, Happy Eater." She is also a popular speaker at conferences and workshops, where she shares practical strategies for parents and professionals. Argavan and Melanie discuss common signs or symptoms of teen anxiety related to eating habits, specific triggers or stressors that often exacerbate anxiety around eating in teenagers, what Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) is, and much more! A must listen for all parents! false full 962c0c69-e6b5-463f-8234-77d9ed2993dc Episode 138- Understanding and Healing Intergenerational Cultural Trauma in Women For more on Melissa Lapides, you can follow her on Instagram @healyourtraumatherapy, on Facebook: Melissa Lapides page and through her website https://www.melissalapideslmft.com/.

 

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]]> Mon, 8 Jul 2024 21:22:20 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-138-understanding-and-healing-intergenerational-cultural-trauma-in-women-HXOFejK6 For more on Melissa Lapides, you can follow her on Instagram @healyourtraumatherapy, on Facebook: Melissa Lapides page and through her website https://www.melissalapideslmft.com/.

 

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]]> Episode 138- Understanding and Healing Intergenerational Cultural Trauma in Women Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:31:00 On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan chats with Melissa Lapides, a Licensed Psychotherapist, Trauma, and Attachment expert, and the visionary Founder of The SafeSpace™ Institute brings nearly two decades of dedicated experience to her work. Melissa is passionate about helping individuals and couples heal from trauma and attachment issues while also teaching trauma-informed care to professionals. Through her unique SAFE™ Methodology, she empowers people to cultivate empathy, establish boundaries, enhance communication, and break free from the cycle of trauma. Argavan and Melissa discuss what intergenerational trauma is, common signs or symptoms of intergenerational cultural trauma in women, how it impacts a woman's sense of self-worth and belief that her voice matters and much more! Tune in now! On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan chats with Melissa Lapides, a Licensed Psychotherapist, Trauma, and Attachment expert, and the visionary Founder of The SafeSpace™ Institute brings nearly two decades of dedicated experience to her work. Melissa is passionate about helping individuals and couples heal from trauma and attachment issues while also teaching trauma-informed care to professionals. Through her unique SAFE™ Methodology, she empowers people to cultivate empathy, establish boundaries, enhance communication, and break free from the cycle of trauma. Argavan and Melissa discuss what intergenerational trauma is, common signs or symptoms of intergenerational cultural trauma in women, how it impacts a woman's sense of self-worth and belief that her voice matters and much more! Tune in now! false full 0a69cc17-4434-4f7d-a21d-3b1a5ffb2dbd Episode 137- Confronting the Fentanyl Crisis Among Our Youth Mentioned in this Episode:

 

American Medical Association (AMA) Overdose Epidemic Report 

 

The Addicted Child by Richard Capriola

 

Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast Episode #74: Teens and Substance Abuse with Richard Capriola

 

Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast Episode #83: Social Media and Teens with Richard Capriola

 

 

For more on Richard Capriola, you can follow him through his website https://helptheaddictedchild.com/.

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Tue, 28 May 2024 18:32:28 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-137-confronting-the-fentanyl-crisis-among-our-youth-9A_y3Clb Mentioned in this Episode:

 

American Medical Association (AMA) Overdose Epidemic Report 

 

The Addicted Child by Richard Capriola

 

Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast Episode #74: Teens and Substance Abuse with Richard Capriola

 

Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast Episode #83: Social Media and Teens with Richard Capriola

 

 

For more on Richard Capriola, you can follow him through his website https://helptheaddictedchild.com/.

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 137- Confronting the Fentanyl Crisis Among Our Youth Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:32:46 Today, we're tackling a critical topic that has been making headlines and affecting countless lives across the country: the use of fentanyl among teenagers. Fentanyl, a powerful synthetic opioid, has been at the center of a growing epidemic, and its impact on young people is a cause for serious concern. I chat with Richard Capriola, a seasoned mental health and addictions counseler for over two decades, having worked with adolescents and adults diagnosed with psychiatric and substance abuse disorders. He is the author of, The Addicted Child: A Parent’s Guide to Adolescent Substance Abuse”. Richard has been on the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, discussing teen substance use, episode 74, as well as episode 83 where we discussed the topic of teens and social media. In this episode, we'll explore the reasons behind the rise in fentanyl use among adolescents, the signs and symptoms parents and caregivers should be aware of, and the effective interventions and support systems available. Richard will also share his insights on how we, as a community, can work together to combat this alarming trend and support our youth in making healthier choices. Today, we're tackling a critical topic that has been making headlines and affecting countless lives across the country: the use of fentanyl among teenagers. Fentanyl, a powerful synthetic opioid, has been at the center of a growing epidemic, and its impact on young people is a cause for serious concern. I chat with Richard Capriola, a seasoned mental health and addictions counseler for over two decades, having worked with adolescents and adults diagnosed with psychiatric and substance abuse disorders. He is the author of, The Addicted Child: A Parent’s Guide to Adolescent Substance Abuse”. Richard has been on the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, discussing teen substance use, episode 74, as well as episode 83 where we discussed the topic of teens and social media. In this episode, we'll explore the reasons behind the rise in fentanyl use among adolescents, the signs and symptoms parents and caregivers should be aware of, and the effective interventions and support systems available. Richard will also share his insights on how we, as a community, can work together to combat this alarming trend and support our youth in making healthier choices. false full d8a51b49-fed1-4e5e-aa7d-dddd35657505 Episode 136- Healthy Mouths, Healthy Bodies with Dr. Staci Whitman Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Airway info:

The American Academy of Physiological Medicine & Dentistry

 

The Breathe Institute 

 

Dr. Staci’s Favourite Products:

 

Books:

 

Sleep Wrecked Kids: Helping Parents Raise Happy, Healthy Kids, One Sleep at a Time

by Sharon Moore

 

Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art

by James Nestor

 

 

For more on Dr. Whitman, you can follow her on Instagram @doctor_staci, on TikTok @doctor_staci and through her websites doctorstaci.com, nopokids.com and fygg.com

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

 

 

 

]]> Mon, 20 May 2024 16:00:00 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-136-healthy-mouths-healthy-bodies-with-dr-staci-whitman-ph7uWtbT Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Airway info:

The American Academy of Physiological Medicine & Dentistry

 

The Breathe Institute 

 

Dr. Staci’s Favourite Products:

 

Books:

 

Sleep Wrecked Kids: Helping Parents Raise Happy, Healthy Kids, One Sleep at a Time

by Sharon Moore

 

Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art

by James Nestor

 

 

For more on Dr. Whitman, you can follow her on Instagram @doctor_staci, on TikTok @doctor_staci and through her websites doctorstaci.com, nopokids.com and fygg.com

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

 

 

 

]]> Episode 136- Healthy Mouths, Healthy Bodies with Dr. Staci Whitman Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:59:29 Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The information on this podcast is for informational purposes only. No material on this site is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. On this special episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, it’s all about the oral microbiome! Argavan chats with Dr. Staci Whitman, DDS, a Functional pediatric Dentist in North Portland, Oregon. She is the founder of NoPo Kids Dentistry where she takes a whole-body, holistic, and functional approach with her patients. Doctor Staci attended Tufts University School of Dental Medicine and initially worked as a general dentist, eventually going back to school, earning her Board-Certification in Pediatric Dentistry from Oregon Health and Sciences University (OHSU). She is an Institute of Functional Medicine Certified Provider (IFMCP) and has her dual Board Certification in Integrative Biological Dental Medicine (IBDM) and as a Naturopathic Physician (NMD). She is a Certified International Health and Wellness Coach (CIHC) from the Institute of Integrative Nutrition (IIN) and is currently enrolled in Functional Diagnostics Certification. She will begin her Masters in Human Nutrition and Functional Medicine next year. In her words, “Everything that affects your mouth will affect your entire body”. Argavan and Dr. Staci discuss the functional medicine approach to dentistry, the significance of the oral microbiome in pediatric dentistry, common childhood dental issues and helpful practices and habits and much much more! Don’t miss it! Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The information on this podcast is for informational purposes only. No material on this site is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. On this special episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, it’s all about the oral microbiome! Argavan chats with Dr. Staci Whitman, DDS, a Functional pediatric Dentist in North Portland, Oregon. She is the founder of NoPo Kids Dentistry where she takes a whole-body, holistic, and functional approach with her patients. Doctor Staci attended Tufts University School of Dental Medicine and initially worked as a general dentist, eventually going back to school, earning her Board-Certification in Pediatric Dentistry from Oregon Health and Sciences University (OHSU). She is an Institute of Functional Medicine Certified Provider (IFMCP) and has her dual Board Certification in Integrative Biological Dental Medicine (IBDM) and as a Naturopathic Physician (NMD). She is a Certified International Health and Wellness Coach (CIHC) from the Institute of Integrative Nutrition (IIN) and is currently enrolled in Functional Diagnostics Certification. She will begin her Masters in Human Nutrition and Functional Medicine next year. In her words, “Everything that affects your mouth will affect your entire body”. Argavan and Dr. Staci discuss the functional medicine approach to dentistry, the significance of the oral microbiome in pediatric dentistry, common childhood dental issues and helpful practices and habits and much much more! Don’t miss it! false full 2619b627-2537-4151-a4eb-ef30635c019c Episode 135- Nurturing Health Beyond Nutrition  

For more on Nathalie Curabba, you can follow her on Instagram @nathalie.curabba, on Facebook: Edible Rainbow Project page and through her website www.nathaliecurabba.com.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Mon, 13 May 2024 16:00:00 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/nurturing-health-beyond-nutrition-li3VjvKW  

For more on Nathalie Curabba, you can follow her on Instagram @nathalie.curabba, on Facebook: Edible Rainbow Project page and through her website www.nathaliecurabba.com.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 135- Nurturing Health Beyond Nutrition Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:42:05 On this special episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Nathalie Curabba, a Board Certified Nutrition Specialist, Licensed Dietary Nutritionist, and Health-supportive Chef. With extensive experience cooking for clients dealing with cancer, fertility, and mental health challenges, she deeply understands the profound impact that food and nutrients have on our overall well-being. Nathalie holds a Master of Science in Nutrition and Integrative Health from Maryland University of Integrative Health. Additionally, she is a graduate of the Chef's Training Program at the Natural Gourmet Institute in New York City (now the Natural Gourmet Center at the Institute for Culinary Education). Argavan and Nathalie discuss how she tailors her approach to meet the specific needs of individuals living with varying health challenges, the most common misconceptions people have about nutrition and the impact on overall wellness, how to navigate the abundance of heath information, and much much more! Tune in. On this special episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Nathalie Curabba, a Board Certified Nutrition Specialist, Licensed Dietary Nutritionist, and Health-supportive Chef. With extensive experience cooking for clients dealing with cancer, fertility, and mental health challenges, she deeply understands the profound impact that food and nutrients have on our overall well-being. Nathalie holds a Master of Science in Nutrition and Integrative Health from Maryland University of Integrative Health. Additionally, she is a graduate of the Chef's Training Program at the Natural Gourmet Institute in New York City (now the Natural Gourmet Center at the Institute for Culinary Education). Argavan and Nathalie discuss how she tailors her approach to meet the specific needs of individuals living with varying health challenges, the most common misconceptions people have about nutrition and the impact on overall wellness, how to navigate the abundance of heath information, and much much more! Tune in. false full d5b5fdbd-c32b-4cca-983d-de15cbe49f1a Episode 134- Slam Dunking Bullying: An Exclusive Interview with Harlem Globetrotter, William Bullard For more on Will Bullard, you can follow him on Instagram @bullbody84 and through his website www.willbullard.com.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Thu, 14 Mar 2024 16:00:00 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-134-slam-dunking-bullying-an-exclusive-interview-with-harlem-globetrotter-william-bullard-if_RtkG1 For more on Will Bullard, you can follow him on Instagram @bullbody84 and through his website www.willbullard.com.

 

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]]> Episode 134- Slam Dunking Bullying: An Exclusive Interview with Harlem Globetrotter, William Bullard Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:44:33 In this memorable episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan engages in a compelling conversation with the remarkable Will Bullard, Harlem Globetrotter and Role Model Extraordinaire. This podcast episode is transcribed from an in-person interview. Argavan and Will delve into the profound influence of Will's upbringing on his values, beliefs, and worldview. We explore Will/s experiences with bullying, abuse, and poverty, and how he transformed his life through his journey to becoming an accomplished athlete with the Harlem Globetrotters. Today, he serves as the women’s varsity basketball coach at a Bay Areal high school and has launched the A (S.A.D) Kid says, (D.A.T.S) IT! Program. Don’t’ miss this inspiring and impactful episode! In this memorable episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan engages in a compelling conversation with the remarkable Will Bullard, Harlem Globetrotter and Role Model Extraordinaire. This podcast episode is transcribed from an in-person interview. Argavan and Will delve into the profound influence of Will's upbringing on his values, beliefs, and worldview. We explore Will/s experiences with bullying, abuse, and poverty, and how he transformed his life through his journey to becoming an accomplished athlete with the Harlem Globetrotters. Today, he serves as the women’s varsity basketball coach at a Bay Areal high school and has launched the A (S.A.D) Kid says, (D.A.T.S) IT! Program. Don’t’ miss this inspiring and impactful episode! false full 46625803-0009-4285-9c0c-306a4d0e6653 Episode 133- Cooking for Change: A Spotlight on "Kids Cooking for Life" Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Free E-cookbook download

 

Kids Cooking for Life Donors and Sponsors

 

Prorgrams

 

 

How to support Kids Cooking for Life

 

 

For more on Lara Rajninger, you can follow her on Instagram @kidscookingforlife, on Facebook: Kids Cooking for Life page, on YouTube: Kids Cooking for Life and through the website www.kidscookingforlife.org.

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Sat, 17 Feb 2024 00:23:24 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-133-cooking-for-change-a-spotlight-on-kids-cooking-for-life-icwaNHHP Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Free E-cookbook download

 

Kids Cooking for Life Donors and Sponsors

 

Prorgrams

 

 

How to support Kids Cooking for Life

 

 

For more on Lara Rajninger, you can follow her on Instagram @kidscookingforlife, on Facebook: Kids Cooking for Life page, on YouTube: Kids Cooking for Life and through the website www.kidscookingforlife.org.

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 133- Cooking for Change: A Spotlight on "Kids Cooking for Life" Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:30:54 Today’s episode is a spotlight on a wonderful organization, Kids Cooking for Life. Their mission is to teach children in the San Francisco Bay Area nutrition knowledge, cooking skills and much more. After vising a local school and attending one of the cooking classes, Argavan has the pleasure of interviewing Lara Ratninger, the Executive Director. Lara and Argavan discuss the inspiration behind Kids Cooking for Life, the importance of teaching children to cook and the impact on growth and well being, accessibility fof classes for children in underresourced communities, plans for expansion of programs and ways for the community to offer support! Don’t miss it. Today’s episode is a spotlight on a wonderful organization, Kids Cooking for Life. Their mission is to teach children in the San Francisco Bay Area nutrition knowledge, cooking skills and much more. After vising a local school and attending one of the cooking classes, Argavan has the pleasure of interviewing Lara Ratninger, the Executive Director. Lara and Argavan discuss the inspiration behind Kids Cooking for Life, the importance of teaching children to cook and the impact on growth and well being, accessibility fof classes for children in underresourced communities, plans for expansion of programs and ways for the community to offer support! Don’t miss it. false full 2fcfd3c5-408a-434e-9c60-0f77497f45cf Episode 132- A Deep Dive into Kids and ADHD with Dana Kay Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Thriving with ADHD Book- A Guide to Naturally Reducing ADHD Symptoms in Your Child

 

The Soaring Child Podcast

 

 

For more on Dana Kay, you can follow her on Instagram @adhdthriveinstitute, on Facebook: ADHD Thrive Institute page and through her website https://adhdthriveinstitute.com/.

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Thu, 25 Jan 2024 04:58:41 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-132-a-deep-dive-into-kids-and-adhd-with-dana-kay-rsuwfBBL Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Thriving with ADHD Book- A Guide to Naturally Reducing ADHD Symptoms in Your Child

 

The Soaring Child Podcast

 

 

For more on Dana Kay, you can follow her on Instagram @adhdthriveinstitute, on Facebook: ADHD Thrive Institute page and through her website https://adhdthriveinstitute.com/.

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Episode 132- A Deep Dive into Kids and ADHD with Dana Kay Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:49:24 Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The information on this podcast is for informational purposes only. No material on this site is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. An exclusive interview with Dana Kay, board-certified holistic health practitioner, two time bestselling author and the founder of ADHD Thrive Institute and the ADHD Thrive Method 4 Kids program. Dana’s mission is Her mission is to help as many families as possible reduce ADHD symptoms naturally so that children with ADHD can thrive at home, at school, and in life. Argavan and Dana discuss the challenges that parents and educators often face when dealing with ADHD in kids, common misconceptions about ADHD, evidence-based interventions and strategies and much much more! This is must-listen episode! Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The information on this podcast is for informational purposes only. No material on this site is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. An exclusive interview with Dana Kay, board-certified holistic health practitioner, two time bestselling author and the founder of ADHD Thrive Institute and the ADHD Thrive Method 4 Kids program. Dana’s mission is Her mission is to help as many families as possible reduce ADHD symptoms naturally so that children with ADHD can thrive at home, at school, and in life. Argavan and Dana discuss the challenges that parents and educators often face when dealing with ADHD in kids, common misconceptions about ADHD, evidence-based interventions and strategies and much much more! This is must-listen episode! false full 2d01c0ae-a932-4164-aafd-f6bce057753b Episode 131- The Link Between Brain Development and Nutrition in Early Childhood Mentioned in this Episode:

 

AAP Infant Food and Feeding

-https://www.aap.org/en/patient-care/healthy-active-living-for-families/infant-food-and-feeding/

 

Other Dr. Murray's Podcast Interviews

 

https://soundbitesrd.com/podcast-episode-224-digestive-health-dairy-fiber-mindfulness-dr-robert-murray-amanda-sauceda/

 

https://thenourishedchild.libsyn.com/2019/02

 

Abbott Nutrition Research Conference (2022)

https://anhi.org/resources/podcasts-and-videos/research-and-the-state-of-child-nutrition

 

SNA: Pediatrician's Perspective

https://schoolnutrition.org/resource/pediatricians-perspective/

 

 

Contact information for Dr. Robert Murray is not available at this time. You may find his projects, contributions and interviews online.

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Thu, 21 Dec 2023 17:00:00 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-131-the-link-between-brain-development-and-nutrition-in-early-childhood-NH96aGkF Mentioned in this Episode:

 

AAP Infant Food and Feeding

-https://www.aap.org/en/patient-care/healthy-active-living-for-families/infant-food-and-feeding/

 

Other Dr. Murray's Podcast Interviews

 

https://soundbitesrd.com/podcast-episode-224-digestive-health-dairy-fiber-mindfulness-dr-robert-murray-amanda-sauceda/

 

https://thenourishedchild.libsyn.com/2019/02

 

Abbott Nutrition Research Conference (2022)

https://anhi.org/resources/podcasts-and-videos/research-and-the-state-of-child-nutrition

 

SNA: Pediatrician's Perspective

https://schoolnutrition.org/resource/pediatricians-perspective/

 

 

Contact information for Dr. Robert Murray is not available at this time. You may find his projects, contributions and interviews online.

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 131- The Link Between Brain Development and Nutrition in Early Childhood Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:39:46 On this captivating and insightful episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan talks with Dr. Robert Murray, a seasoned expert with more than 20 years in the field of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition in The Ohio State University School of Medicine. He served as the Pediatric Nutrition Medical Director for Abbott from 2003-2006. For ten years, Dr. Murray was a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics’ Council on School Health, serving as chair in the final four years. He is a board member of Action for Healthy Kids as well as a board member of the Children’s Hunger Alliance, and previously served on the Board of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Foundation. Dr. Murray is a past-President of the Ohio Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics. Argavan and Dr. Murray chat about how nutrition during early childhood impacts cognitive development, the role of breastfeeding in promoting gastrointestinal health, introduction of solids and diet quality, supporting children with restricted diets and much much more! This is a not-to-be-missed episode! On this captivating and insightful episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan talks with Dr. Robert Murray, a seasoned expert with more than 20 years in the field of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition in The Ohio State University School of Medicine. He served as the Pediatric Nutrition Medical Director for Abbott from 2003-2006. For ten years, Dr. Murray was a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics’ Council on School Health, serving as chair in the final four years. He is a board member of Action for Healthy Kids as well as a board member of the Children’s Hunger Alliance, and previously served on the Board of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Foundation. Dr. Murray is a past-President of the Ohio Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics. Argavan and Dr. Murray chat about how nutrition during early childhood impacts cognitive development, the role of breastfeeding in promoting gastrointestinal health, introduction of solids and diet quality, supporting children with restricted diets and much much more! This is a not-to-be-missed episode! false full 86c4a54b-911b-4bcb-b5f5-36cc4badd24f Episode 130- An Inside Look at Sports Nutrition  

Mentioned in this Episode:

 

NSF’s global Certified for Sport® program

 

Informed Sport

 

Tony’s offer for Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast listeners

 

 

For more on Tony Castillo, you can follow him on Instagram @coach_tonycastillo and through his website https://nutritionfp.com/.

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Mon, 18 Dec 2023 17:50:47 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-130-an-inside-look-at-sports-nutrition-SY4XyWd4  

Mentioned in this Episode:

 

NSF’s global Certified for Sport® program

 

Informed Sport

 

Tony’s offer for Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast listeners

 

 

For more on Tony Castillo, you can follow him on Instagram @coach_tonycastillo and through his website https://nutritionfp.com/.

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 130- An Inside Look at Sports Nutrition Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:46:44 On this enthralling episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Tony Castillo, a Performance Dietitian with over 7 years of experience in Sports Nutrition. Tony is passionate about helping individuals achieve their health and wellness goals. He has worked with athletes for the Toronto Blue Jays baseball team and the University of Florida. He obtained his Masters from Florida International University. Tony was an Instagram Live, which you can find on the Baby Steps Nutrition Page and on YouTube. Argavan and Tony discuss his career path towards sports nutrition, and how his journey has influenced his perspective on the intersection of nutrition and athletic performance; nutritional counselng for different stages such as off- and pre- season training, injury or illness, and other diseases/disorders; the role of supplements and much much more! Tune in! On this enthralling episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Tony Castillo, a Performance Dietitian with over 7 years of experience in Sports Nutrition. Tony is passionate about helping individuals achieve their health and wellness goals. He has worked with athletes for the Toronto Blue Jays baseball team and the University of Florida. He obtained his Masters from Florida International University. Tony was an Instagram Live, which you can find on the Baby Steps Nutrition Page and on YouTube. Argavan and Tony discuss his career path towards sports nutrition, and how his journey has influenced his perspective on the intersection of nutrition and athletic performance; nutritional counselng for different stages such as off- and pre- season training, injury or illness, and other diseases/disorders; the role of supplements and much much more! Tune in! false full 117cf9ac-2b1a-4bce-8e34-54802d3417ba Episode 129- The Intersection of Social Media, Body Image, and Adult Wellness Mentioned in this episode and Dr. May’s recommendations:

 

The consequences of a weight‐centric approach to healthcare: A case for a paradigm shift in how clinicians address body weight article 

    ⁃   https://doi.org/10.1002/ncp.10885

 

Eating Cycle Assessment

https://amihungry.com/eating-cycle-assessment)

 

Eat What You Love, Love What You Eat Chapter 1 Download (free)

 

 

For more on Dr. May, you can follow her on Instagram @ MichelleMayMD, on her Facebook page: Am I Hungry, on YouTube: MIchelle May MD and through her website https://amihungry.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Sat, 2 Dec 2023 23:56:36 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-129-the-intersection-of-social-media-body-image-and-adult-wellness-JjKxeXdP Mentioned in this episode and Dr. May’s recommendations:

 

The consequences of a weight‐centric approach to healthcare: A case for a paradigm shift in how clinicians address body weight article 

    ⁃   https://doi.org/10.1002/ncp.10885

 

Eating Cycle Assessment

https://amihungry.com/eating-cycle-assessment)

 

Eat What You Love, Love What You Eat Chapter 1 Download (free)

 

 

For more on Dr. May, you can follow her on Instagram @ MichelleMayMD, on her Facebook page: Am I Hungry, on YouTube: MIchelle May MD and through her website https://amihungry.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 129- The Intersection of Social Media, Body Image, and Adult Wellness Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:26:13 On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Dr. Michelle May, a former family physician and certified speaking professional (CSP) whose own personal struggle with food and body image has fueled her passion to provide a compassionate and constructive approach to being healthy both in the mind and body. Dr. May received her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Arizona State University and her Medical Degree from the University of Arizona College of Medicine. Dr. May is an Associate Professor at Arizona State University. On top of her many accolades, Dr. May is also the multiple award-winning author of Eat What You Love, Love What You Eat. Dr. May appeared on Episode 25 of the podcast. Argavan and Dr. May discuss “Eat What You Love, Love What You Eat”, intuitive eating and self care practices, tools to develop emotional resilience, recommendations for healthy social media consumption and more! Tune in! On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Dr. Michelle May, a former family physician and certified speaking professional (CSP) whose own personal struggle with food and body image has fueled her passion to provide a compassionate and constructive approach to being healthy both in the mind and body. Dr. May received her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Arizona State University and her Medical Degree from the University of Arizona College of Medicine. Dr. May is an Associate Professor at Arizona State University. On top of her many accolades, Dr. May is also the multiple award-winning author of Eat What You Love, Love What You Eat. Dr. May appeared on Episode 25 of the podcast. Argavan and Dr. May discuss “Eat What You Love, Love What You Eat”, intuitive eating and self care practices, tools to develop emotional resilience, recommendations for healthy social media consumption and more! Tune in! false full c7c84698-ca63-4ea6-b841-4302e611e5e7 Episode 128- 47 Years of Compassion, Counsel, and Commitment: A Heartfelt Interview with Our District Psychologist  

For more on Dr. Gold, you may find him on LinkedIn @AllanGold.

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]]> Thu, 9 Nov 2023 16:59:51 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/47-years-of-compassion-counsel-and-commitment-a-heartfelt-interview-with-our-district-psychologist-CGJJUo_m  

For more on Dr. Gold, you may find him on LinkedIn @AllanGold.

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 128- 47 Years of Compassion, Counsel, and Commitment: A Heartfelt Interview with Our District Psychologist Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:46:47 ** This interview was conducted in an outdoor setting and converted into an audio recording for your listening pleasure. Dr. Gold graduated with a Ph.D in Educational Psychology from the University of California, Berkeley in 1978. He had worked as a School psychologist for the Reed Union School District in Tiburon, California for 47 years. He retired this past year. On this special episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan chats with her friend and 3rd time guest, Dr, Allan Gold, who recently retired after almost 5 decades of dedication to our school community. Argavan and Dr. Gold discuss some of the most significant changes he’s observed in the field of school psychology over the course of his career, the strategies or techniques he found to be most effective in addressing the emotional and psychological well-being of students, the valuable lessons or insights he’s gained about life and work and much much more. A heartwarming interview with a special friend. Tune in! ** This interview was conducted in an outdoor setting and converted into an audio recording for your listening pleasure. Dr. Gold graduated with a Ph.D in Educational Psychology from the University of California, Berkeley in 1978. He had worked as a School psychologist for the Reed Union School District in Tiburon, California for 47 years. He retired this past year. On this special episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan chats with her friend and 3rd time guest, Dr, Allan Gold, who recently retired after almost 5 decades of dedication to our school community. Argavan and Dr. Gold discuss some of the most significant changes he’s observed in the field of school psychology over the course of his career, the strategies or techniques he found to be most effective in addressing the emotional and psychological well-being of students, the valuable lessons or insights he’s gained about life and work and much much more. A heartwarming interview with a special friend. Tune in! false full c0c7c0be-14c0-4b54-854f-535d310f4267 Episode 127- Unpacking Childhood Anxiety with Dr. Camilo Ortiz Mentioned in this Episode and Dr. Ortiz’s Recommendations:

 

The Coddling of the American Mind Book by Greg Lukianoff and Jonathan Haidt

  • https://www.thecoddling.com/

 

Children & Adolescents- Blog

 

Free Independence-Therapy Treatment 

 

The Let Grow Project

 

Lenore Skenazyarticles

 

The Yard

 

 

For more on Dr. Ortiz, you can find him on Twitter @DrCamiloOrtiz, on LinkedIn @CamiloOrtiz and through his website http://www.drcamiloortiz.com/.

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Wed, 8 Nov 2023 06:14:58 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-127-unpacking-childhood-anxiety-8tr6z3Vu Mentioned in this Episode and Dr. Ortiz’s Recommendations:

 

The Coddling of the American Mind Book by Greg Lukianoff and Jonathan Haidt

  • https://www.thecoddling.com/

 

Children & Adolescents- Blog

 

Free Independence-Therapy Treatment 

 

The Let Grow Project

 

Lenore Skenazyarticles

 

The Yard

 

 

For more on Dr. Ortiz, you can find him on Twitter @DrCamiloOrtiz, on LinkedIn @CamiloOrtiz and through his website http://www.drcamiloortiz.com/.

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 127- Unpacking Childhood Anxiety with Dr. Camilo Ortiz Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:46:22 On this thought-provoking episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan chats with Dr. Camilo Ortiz, a professor of clinical psychology at Long Island University, specializing in parenting, disruptive behavior problems in children, bedtime resistance, elimination disorders, and cognitive behavior therapy for child and adult psychiatric disorders. Dr Ortiz utlizes a novel approach to treating childhood anxiety by providing children with opportunities to practice being independent. His approach has the potential to be a promising addition and at times an alternative to traditional exposure based therapy for anxiety. Argavan and Dr. Ortiz discuss the most common signs and symptoms of childhood anxiety, and how caregivers can recognize them, the difference between normal childhood fears and clinically significant anxiety in children, how factors such as technology, media and school impact children, the importance of early intervention in addressing childhood anxiety and much much more! This is a must listen for everyone including parents, caregivers and anyone who works with children! On this thought-provoking episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan chats with Dr. Camilo Ortiz, a professor of clinical psychology at Long Island University, specializing in parenting, disruptive behavior problems in children, bedtime resistance, elimination disorders, and cognitive behavior therapy for child and adult psychiatric disorders. Dr Ortiz utlizes a novel approach to treating childhood anxiety by providing children with opportunities to practice being independent. His approach has the potential to be a promising addition and at times an alternative to traditional exposure based therapy for anxiety. Argavan and Dr. Ortiz discuss the most common signs and symptoms of childhood anxiety, and how caregivers can recognize them, the difference between normal childhood fears and clinically significant anxiety in children, how factors such as technology, media and school impact children, the importance of early intervention in addressing childhood anxiety and much much more! This is a must listen for everyone including parents, caregivers and anyone who works with children! false full 20310509-35bd-423f-88fe-dea8fd950c03 Episode 126- Journey to Inner Balance: An Interview with a Chakra Healing Masseuse Mentioned in this Episode:

 

The Chakra Handbook

 

Crystal Healing for Women: A Modern Guide to the Power of Crystals for Renewed Energy, Strength, and Wellness

 

 

 

For more on Imari Lowe, you can find her by contacting https://www.evergreenlodge.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Fri, 3 Nov 2023 06:15:54 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-126-journey-to-inner-balance-an-interview-with-a-chakra-healing-masseuse-GZxGIied Mentioned in this Episode:

 

The Chakra Handbook

 

Crystal Healing for Women: A Modern Guide to the Power of Crystals for Renewed Energy, Strength, and Wellness

 

 

 

For more on Imari Lowe, you can find her by contacting https://www.evergreenlodge.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 126- Journey to Inner Balance: An Interview with a Chakra Healing Masseuse Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:40:11 On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan talks with Imari Lowe, a massage therapist for the past few years. She has been studying energy power and the power of crystals- she now combines two healing modalities. Imari is passionate about continued healing and spreading the love to whomever she works with. Based on client testimonials, Imari is a gifted healer! On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan talks with Imari Lowe, a massage therapist for the past few years. She has been studying energy power and the power of crystals- she now combines two healing modalities. Imari is passionate about continued healing and spreading the love to whomever she works with. Based on client testimonials, Imari is a gifted healer! false full cf5655ee-3710-453f-b4fe-4fd000862ca4 Episode 125- In the Kitchen with Katie Kimball Mentioned in this Episode:

 

No More Picky Eating Challenge

 

 

Online Video Cooking Class

 

Kids Cook Real Food Blog

 

 

Knife Skills Lesson for Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast Fans- Free 

https://kidscookrealfood.com/free-knife-skills-class-for-kids/?promo=babystepsnutritionpodcast

 

 

For more on Katie Kimball, you can find her on Instagram @kidscookrealfood and through her websites https://www.kitchenstewardship.com/ and https://kidscookrealfood.com/meet-the-teacher/.

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Wed, 25 Oct 2023 20:11:25 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-125-in-the-kitchen-with-katie-kimball-HkcCJe_O Mentioned in this Episode:

 

No More Picky Eating Challenge

 

 

Online Video Cooking Class

 

Kids Cook Real Food Blog

 

 

Knife Skills Lesson for Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast Fans- Free 

https://kidscookrealfood.com/free-knife-skills-class-for-kids/?promo=babystepsnutritionpodcast

 

 

For more on Katie Kimball, you can find her on Instagram @kidscookrealfood and through her websites https://www.kitchenstewardship.com/ and https://kidscookrealfood.com/meet-the-teacher/.

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Episode 125- In the Kitchen with Katie Kimball Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:48:40 On this exciting episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Katie Kimball, a well-known blogger, author, and educator in family nutrition and cooking. She is the founder of the website "Kitchen Stewardship," where she shares a wealth of information, recipes, and resources aimed at helping families make healthier food choices and develop sustainable, real-food cooking habits. Katie's work includes articles, e-books, and courses designed to empower individuals and families to make better food choices, reduce food waste, and live a more health-conscious lifestyle. Argavan and Katie discuss how her passion evolved into a mission to help others make healthier food choices, challenges or obstacles she faced along the way, strategies or tools for effective meal planning and preparation, favorite go-to recipes or kitchen hacks and so much more! Tune in! On this exciting episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Katie Kimball, a well-known blogger, author, and educator in family nutrition and cooking. She is the founder of the website "Kitchen Stewardship," where she shares a wealth of information, recipes, and resources aimed at helping families make healthier food choices and develop sustainable, real-food cooking habits. Katie's work includes articles, e-books, and courses designed to empower individuals and families to make better food choices, reduce food waste, and live a more health-conscious lifestyle. Argavan and Katie discuss how her passion evolved into a mission to help others make healthier food choices, challenges or obstacles she faced along the way, strategies or tools for effective meal planning and preparation, favorite go-to recipes or kitchen hacks and so much more! Tune in! false full db08b899-a45c-479c-8cc9-70bd1c2bb419 Episode 124- Seeds of Change: Empowering Women With Women's Bean Project Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Apply to the Program

 

 

Homemade Snickerdoodle Recipe

 

 

Products to Purchase

 

Ways to Give

 

 

For more on Women’s Bean Project, you can find it through the website https://www.womensbeanproject.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Tue, 24 Oct 2023 22:57:02 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-124-seeds-of-change-empowering-women-with-the-womens-bean-project-mT_U9tH3 Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Apply to the Program

 

 

Homemade Snickerdoodle Recipe

 

 

Products to Purchase

 

Ways to Give

 

 

For more on Women’s Bean Project, you can find it through the website https://www.womensbeanproject.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 124- Seeds of Change: Empowering Women With Women's Bean Project Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:26:31 On this powerful episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan chats with Tamra Ryan, the CEO of Women’s Bean Project. This special organization’s mission is helping women break the cycle of poverty through work and job readiness programs. Argavan and Tamra discuss the mission and goals of Women's Bean Project and how it all started, the challenges that women face in overcoming poverty and unemployment, advice for other organizations or entrepreneurs looking to create a positive social impact through their business endeavors and much much more! On this powerful episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan chats with Tamra Ryan, the CEO of Women’s Bean Project. This special organization’s mission is helping women break the cycle of poverty through work and job readiness programs. Argavan and Tamra discuss the mission and goals of Women's Bean Project and how it all started, the challenges that women face in overcoming poverty and unemployment, advice for other organizations or entrepreneurs looking to create a positive social impact through their business endeavors and much much more! false full 796219b9-3880-439b-aac4-f4826beb4638 Episode 123- Exploring Nutrition and Mental Health Mentioned in this Episode:

 

New Book for Clinicians: Nutrition and Mental Health

 

 

 

For more on Erica Golden, you can find her on Instagram @nourishedmindnutrition and through her website https://www.nourishedmindnutrition.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Tue, 17 Oct 2023 19:00:00 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-123-exploring-nutrition-and-mental-health-rMKtRl7g Mentioned in this Episode:

 

New Book for Clinicians: Nutrition and Mental Health

 

 

 

For more on Erica Golden, you can find her on Instagram @nourishedmindnutrition and through her website https://www.nourishedmindnutrition.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 123- Exploring Nutrition and Mental Health Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:32:07 On this incredibly fascinating episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Erica Golden, a registered dietitian nutritionist with a passion for mental health & gut health. She is the founder of Nourished Mind Nutrition, where she provides telehealth services for various conditions including depression, anxiety, migraines, dementia, IBS, IBD, and eating disorders. Argavan and Erica discuss the gut-brain connection and how it relates to mental health, specific nutrients or foods in our diet that can have a significant impact on brain health, detoxification and common misconceptions about detox diets and other insightful information related to the power of nutrition on brain health. This is a not to be missed episode for everyone! On this incredibly fascinating episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Erica Golden, a registered dietitian nutritionist with a passion for mental health & gut health. She is the founder of Nourished Mind Nutrition, where she provides telehealth services for various conditions including depression, anxiety, migraines, dementia, IBS, IBD, and eating disorders. Argavan and Erica discuss the gut-brain connection and how it relates to mental health, specific nutrients or foods in our diet that can have a significant impact on brain health, detoxification and common misconceptions about detox diets and other insightful information related to the power of nutrition on brain health. This is a not to be missed episode for everyone! false full aaf01031-02b4-4df0-a723-0f60ffbeb781 Episode 122- Nutrition's Role in Athletic Success: A Dietitian's Perspective Mentioned in this Episode:

 

The Nourished Life Blog

 

 

Nutrition for Iron Deficiency in Kids online program

 

 

Find A Nutrition Expert

 

For more on Noelle Martin, you can find her on Instagram @motherhoodandmeals and through the websites https://motherhoodandmeals.com/ and https://www.nourishedbeginnings.ca/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Tue, 17 Oct 2023 00:00:02 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-122-nutritions-role-in-athletic-success-a-dietitians-perspective-JgztBovs Mentioned in this Episode:

 

The Nourished Life Blog

 

 

Nutrition for Iron Deficiency in Kids online program

 

 

Find A Nutrition Expert

 

For more on Noelle Martin, you can find her on Instagram @motherhoodandmeals and through the websites https://motherhoodandmeals.com/ and https://www.nourishedbeginnings.ca/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 122- Nutrition's Role in Athletic Success: A Dietitian's Perspective Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:39:37 On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Noelle Martin, a Registered Dietitian, public speaker, entrepreneur, and blogger. She is the founder and president of Motherhood and Meals Inc. and co-founder of Nourished Beginnings. Noelle offers nutrition counseling, online courses, workplace wellness programs, keynote presentations, and social media partnerships. Noelle is an instructor at Brescia University College and is based on London, Ontario in Canada. Argavan and Noelle discuss the role that pediatric dietitians play in sports nutrition including assessing the unique nutritional needs of individual young athletes, common nutritional challenges that children and adolescents face in sports, addressing hot topics such as supplements and other performance-enhancing strategies and so much more! Don’t miss it! On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Noelle Martin, a Registered Dietitian, public speaker, entrepreneur, and blogger. She is the founder and president of Motherhood and Meals Inc. and co-founder of Nourished Beginnings. Noelle offers nutrition counseling, online courses, workplace wellness programs, keynote presentations, and social media partnerships. Noelle is an instructor at Brescia University College and is based on London, Ontario in Canada. Argavan and Noelle discuss the role that pediatric dietitians play in sports nutrition including assessing the unique nutritional needs of individual young athletes, common nutritional challenges that children and adolescents face in sports, addressing hot topics such as supplements and other performance-enhancing strategies and so much more! Don’t miss it! false full ec994f50-b46d-44b2-a5a5-1d243988fc7a Episode 121- Tackling Insulin Resistance with Nutrition and Mindfulness Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Diversifying Nutrition and Dietetics- MAND Virtual Conference

  • https://www.eatrightmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Jenny-Gherau.pptx

 

National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES)’s Insulin Resistance in Healthy U.S. Adults: Findings from the https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31641012/

 

 

For more on Jenny Gherou, you can find her on Instagram @jennyg.rd and through her website https://www.jennygherau.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 01:57:29 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-121-tackling-insulin-resistance-with-nutrition-and-mindfulness-XYrRphKS Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Diversifying Nutrition and Dietetics- MAND Virtual Conference

  • https://www.eatrightmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Jenny-Gherau.pptx

 

National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES)’s Insulin Resistance in Healthy U.S. Adults: Findings from the https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31641012/

 

 

For more on Jenny Gherou, you can find her on Instagram @jennyg.rd and through her website https://www.jennygherau.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 121- Tackling Insulin Resistance with Nutrition and Mindfulness Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:39:39 On this dietitian-centered episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Jenny Gherau, Registered Dietitian, Mindfulness Coach and Diabetes Educator. She helps empower women to prevent, manage and thrive with insulin resistance conditions (prediabetes, diabetes, PCOS, energy dysregulation). Jenny is the owner of Mind On Nutrition and Wellness, where she offers integrative mind-body diabetes and nutrition coaching. In Jenny’s words, “You have the power to change the trajectory of your life at any moment by simply deciding to take one step in a new direction.” Argavan and Jenny discuss how her professional journey was shaped by her personal health challenges, why she’s so passionate about raising awareness for people of color to become an advocate for their own health, insulin resistance and its impact on metabolism, dispelling misconceptions and myths and much much more! Don’t’ miss this inspiring episode! On this dietitian-centered episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Jenny Gherau, Registered Dietitian, Mindfulness Coach and Diabetes Educator. She helps empower women to prevent, manage and thrive with insulin resistance conditions (prediabetes, diabetes, PCOS, energy dysregulation). Jenny is the owner of Mind On Nutrition and Wellness, where she offers integrative mind-body diabetes and nutrition coaching. In Jenny’s words, “You have the power to change the trajectory of your life at any moment by simply deciding to take one step in a new direction.” Argavan and Jenny discuss how her professional journey was shaped by her personal health challenges, why she’s so passionate about raising awareness for people of color to become an advocate for their own health, insulin resistance and its impact on metabolism, dispelling misconceptions and myths and much much more! Don’t’ miss this inspiring episode! false full aba5936a-2f27-4cfb-9c33-139615f6b37b Episode 120- Hope and Healing: A Personal Journey Through Cancer Mentioned in this Episode:

 

The incidence of breast cancer in Canada 1971–2015: trends in screening-eligible and young-onset age groups

  • https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7501384/

 

 

For more on Courtney Prussin, you can find her on the website https://pinkaid.org/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Sun, 8 Oct 2023 20:24:30 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-120-hope-and-healing-a-personal-journey-through-cancer-Kr_9zWl5 Mentioned in this Episode:

 

The incidence of breast cancer in Canada 1971–2015: trends in screening-eligible and young-onset age groups

  • https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7501384/

 

 

For more on Courtney Prussin, you can find her on the website https://pinkaid.org/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 120- Hope and Healing: A Personal Journey Through Cancer Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:27:19 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. I'm incredibly honored to have the opportunity to interview Courtney Prussin, the President of Pink Aid. In this upcoming podcast episode, we'll dive deep into Courtney's inspiring journey, her experience with breast cancer, and how she's dedicated herself to helping underserved women access the support and resources they need. It's a conversation that promises to be both enlightening and empowering, shedding light on the importance of breast cancer awareness and advocacy. Don't miss it! October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. I'm incredibly honored to have the opportunity to interview Courtney Prussin, the President of Pink Aid. In this upcoming podcast episode, we'll dive deep into Courtney's inspiring journey, her experience with breast cancer, and how she's dedicated herself to helping underserved women access the support and resources they need. It's a conversation that promises to be both enlightening and empowering, shedding light on the importance of breast cancer awareness and advocacy. Don't miss it! false full c694309d-4d74-49b2-bade-f52bbf6051b1 Episode 119- Tackling Feeding Challenges in Children Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Feeding Matters Infant and Child Feeding Questionnaire

 

Workshops:

Parent/Caregiver Workshop 

-    https://sosapproachtofeeding.com/parent-workshop-when-children-wont-eat/

Power of Two Parent Mentor Program 

-    https://www.feedingmatters.org/resources-support/family-support/request-family-support/

 

Feeding Matters Referral List:

SOS Referral List 

-     https://sosapproachtofeeding.com/referral-list/

 

Feeding matters provider directory 

-    https://www.feedingmatters.org/resources-support/provider-directory/

 

 

For more on Lindsay Beckerman, you can find her on the website https://developmentalfx.org/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Mon, 2 Oct 2023 20:04:03 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-119-tackling-feeding-challenges-in-children-TRZu5eHa Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Feeding Matters Infant and Child Feeding Questionnaire

 

Workshops:

Parent/Caregiver Workshop 

-    https://sosapproachtofeeding.com/parent-workshop-when-children-wont-eat/

Power of Two Parent Mentor Program 

-    https://www.feedingmatters.org/resources-support/family-support/request-family-support/

 

Feeding Matters Referral List:

SOS Referral List 

-     https://sosapproachtofeeding.com/referral-list/

 

Feeding matters provider directory 

-    https://www.feedingmatters.org/resources-support/provider-directory/

 

 

For more on Lindsay Beckerman, you can find her on the website https://developmentalfx.org/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Episode 119- Tackling Feeding Challenges in Children Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:44:26 On this heartwarming episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Lindsay Beckerman, an occupational therapist specializing in feeding therapy for children and teens with Autism Spectrum Disorders, ADHD, and multisensory processing difficulties. Lindsay obtained her Master of Occupational Therapy degree from Ohio State University. She serves as a board member for Charlotte’s Day, a non-profit group that helps to provide posturally supportive chairs to children in feeding therapy. Argavan and Lindsay discuss common feeding challenges in children, misconceptions and myths around feeding therapy, the SOS Approach Feeding Program, recent advancements or research findings and recommended books and resources for caregivers to learn more about helping their child with feeding difficulties. Tune in! On this heartwarming episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Lindsay Beckerman, an occupational therapist specializing in feeding therapy for children and teens with Autism Spectrum Disorders, ADHD, and multisensory processing difficulties. Lindsay obtained her Master of Occupational Therapy degree from Ohio State University. She serves as a board member for Charlotte’s Day, a non-profit group that helps to provide posturally supportive chairs to children in feeding therapy. Argavan and Lindsay discuss common feeding challenges in children, misconceptions and myths around feeding therapy, the SOS Approach Feeding Program, recent advancements or research findings and recommended books and resources for caregivers to learn more about helping their child with feeding difficulties. Tune in! false full 976ead2c-4540-497a-bdf9-2f166b6b7181 Episode 118- The Intersection of Attachment and Nutrition Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Dr. MacNamara’s Online Courses

 

Books:

 

Hold On to Your Kids: Why Parents Need to Matter More Than Peers by Dr. Gordon Neufeld, and Dr. Gabor Maté

 

Nourished: Connection, Food, and Caring For Our Kids (and everyone else we love) by Dr. Deborah MacNamara

 

Rest, Play, Grow: Making Sense of Preschoolers (Or Anyone Who Acts Like One) Dr. Deborah MacNamara

 

What Young Children Need You to Know by Bridgett Miller

 

For more on Dr. MacNamara, you can follow her on Instagram @drdeborahmacnamara and through the websites https://neufeldinstitute.org/person/deborah-macnamara/ and  https://macnamara.ca/.

]]> Sat, 30 Sep 2023 17:44:15 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-118-the-intersection-of-attachment-and-nutrition-4G_zvYEV Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Dr. MacNamara’s Online Courses

 

Books:

 

Hold On to Your Kids: Why Parents Need to Matter More Than Peers by Dr. Gordon Neufeld, and Dr. Gabor Maté

 

Nourished: Connection, Food, and Caring For Our Kids (and everyone else we love) by Dr. Deborah MacNamara

 

Rest, Play, Grow: Making Sense of Preschoolers (Or Anyone Who Acts Like One) Dr. Deborah MacNamara

 

What Young Children Need You to Know by Bridgett Miller

 

For more on Dr. MacNamara, you can follow her on Instagram @drdeborahmacnamara and through the websites https://neufeldinstitute.org/person/deborah-macnamara/ and  https://macnamara.ca/.

]]> Episode 118- The Intersection of Attachment and Nutrition Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:46:30 On this captivating episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Deborah MacNamara, a leading developmental psychologist and author known for her work in the field of child development. Dr. McNamara specializes in the relational-developmental approach based on the work of Dr. Gordon Neufeld, empowering parents to become the expert on their children with everyday questions and practical strategies. Dr. McNamara is the author of the best-selling book, Rest, Play, Grow: Making Sense of Preschoolers (or anyone who acts like one) which has been translated into 14 languages and the children’s picture book, The Sorry Plane, which is available in three languages. Her new book Nourished: Connection, Food, and Caring for our Kids (and everyone else we love), was recently released and is a must read. Argavan and Dr. McNamara discuss attachment-based developmental psychology and its impact on children and their families, the role of attachment in the context of responsive feeding practices, how to navigate feeding challenges in children, and much much more! This special episode is a must listen for all. On this captivating episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Deborah MacNamara, a leading developmental psychologist and author known for her work in the field of child development. Dr. McNamara specializes in the relational-developmental approach based on the work of Dr. Gordon Neufeld, empowering parents to become the expert on their children with everyday questions and practical strategies. Dr. McNamara is the author of the best-selling book, Rest, Play, Grow: Making Sense of Preschoolers (or anyone who acts like one) which has been translated into 14 languages and the children’s picture book, The Sorry Plane, which is available in three languages. Her new book Nourished: Connection, Food, and Caring for our Kids (and everyone else we love), was recently released and is a must read. Argavan and Dr. McNamara discuss attachment-based developmental psychology and its impact on children and their families, the role of attachment in the context of responsive feeding practices, how to navigate feeding challenges in children, and much much more! This special episode is a must listen for all. false full fd9ce520-b768-43dc-a967-88a10747a153 Episode 117- Iron Deficiency in Children Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Lucky Iron Fish supplement

 

Nutrition for Iron Deficiency In Kids Online Program- starts October 2023

 

 

For more on Angela Dodge, you can follow her on Instagram @nourished.beginnings.ca and through her website https://www.nourishedbeginnings.ca/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Tue, 26 Sep 2023 01:31:18 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-117-iron-deficiency-in-children-B9s0BLt4 Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Lucky Iron Fish supplement

 

Nutrition for Iron Deficiency In Kids Online Program- starts October 2023

 

 

For more on Angela Dodge, you can follow her on Instagram @nourished.beginnings.ca and through her website https://www.nourishedbeginnings.ca/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 117- Iron Deficiency in Children Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:38:45 Disclaimer: it’s important to do your own research, speak to your healthcare provider, and make decisions that are best for you and your family. This is for informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. On this dietitian-focused episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan chats with Angela Dodge, a Registered Dietiitian who specializes in mood disorders, ADHD, ADD, iron deficiency anemia and nutritional supplements. Along with her friend, Noelle Martin, she co-founded Nourished Beginnings, a virtual counseling practice that centers on research, empowerment and balance to address nutrition challenges in children. Argavan and Angela discuss what iron deficiency is and why it’s a concern in children, risk factors for iron deficiency and anemia, long-term consequences of untreated iron deficiency and so much more! A must listen for all parents and caregivers! Disclaimer: it’s important to do your own research, speak to your healthcare provider, and make decisions that are best for you and your family. This is for informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. On this dietitian-focused episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan chats with Angela Dodge, a Registered Dietiitian who specializes in mood disorders, ADHD, ADD, iron deficiency anemia and nutritional supplements. Along with her friend, Noelle Martin, she co-founded Nourished Beginnings, a virtual counseling practice that centers on research, empowerment and balance to address nutrition challenges in children. Argavan and Angela discuss what iron deficiency is and why it’s a concern in children, risk factors for iron deficiency and anemia, long-term consequences of untreated iron deficiency and so much more! A must listen for all parents and caregivers! false full d8957706-8e77-40e5-833f-fedec8b5d26f Episode 116- A Dietitian's Guide to Body Positivity  

Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Andrea’s Recipes

 

 

Andrea’s Shop

 

 

For more on Andrea Mathis, you can follow her on Instagram @BeautifulEatsandThings, on YouTube: Beautiful Eats and Things, on Twitter @BeautifulEatsandThings, on TikTok @BeautifulEatsandThings and through her website https://beautifuleatsandthings.com/.

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Wed, 20 Sep 2023 16:00:00 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-116-a-dietitians-guide-to-body-positivity-Rj3wmUni  

Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Andrea’s Recipes

 

 

Andrea’s Shop

 

 

For more on Andrea Mathis, you can follow her on Instagram @BeautifulEatsandThings, on YouTube: Beautiful Eats and Things, on Twitter @BeautifulEatsandThings, on TikTok @BeautifulEatsandThings and through her website https://beautifuleatsandthings.com/.

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 116- A Dietitian's Guide to Body Positivity Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:29:38 On this super fun episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Andrea Mathis, a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and owner of the food blog, Beautiful Eats and Things. Andrea obtained a Master’s Degree in Health Studies/Health Promotion. Andy’s previous experience includes Clinical, Public Health, and Long-Term Care. Argavan and Andrea discuss her journey to becoming a dietitian and what inspires her creativity. the psychological and emotional impact of food shaming on individuals and strategies or approaches in addressing and combatting it, her passion for cooking and much much more! Tune in. On this super fun episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Andrea Mathis, a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and owner of the food blog, Beautiful Eats and Things. Andrea obtained a Master’s Degree in Health Studies/Health Promotion. Andy’s previous experience includes Clinical, Public Health, and Long-Term Care. Argavan and Andrea discuss her journey to becoming a dietitian and what inspires her creativity. the psychological and emotional impact of food shaming on individuals and strategies or approaches in addressing and combatting it, her passion for cooking and much much more! Tune in. false full fc39fea8-a12b-4836-be18-ebf277302d9d Episode 115- The Culinary Chronicles of a Dietitian Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Masterclass with Yotam Ottolenghi

  • https://www.masterclass.com/classes/yotam-ottolenghi-teaches-modern-middle-eastern-cooking

 

Masterclass with Gordon Ramsay

  • https://www.masterclass.com/classes/gordon-ramsay-teaches-cooking

 

Meal Prep Breakfast Burritos

 

AirFryer 

  • Suggested brands: Ninja Foodi ® 2-Basket 8-Qt. Air Fryer with DualZone™ Technology and Instant Pot Pro Crisp Pressure Cooker & Air Fryer, 8-Qt.

 

Customizable Bistro Protein Box

 

 

Culinary Nutrition Studio

 

Coaching + Cooking Program

  • https://cheerfulchoices.com/coaching-and-cooking/

 

 

For more on Mackenzie Burgess, you can follow her on Instagram @cheerfulchoices, on Facebook: Cheerful Choices Food and Nutrition page, on Twitter @MackenzieBurgessRDN, on TikTok cheerfulchoices and through her  website https://cheerfulchoices.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Wed, 6 Sep 2023 05:35:07 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-115-RIMKnYWT Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Masterclass with Yotam Ottolenghi

  • https://www.masterclass.com/classes/yotam-ottolenghi-teaches-modern-middle-eastern-cooking

 

Masterclass with Gordon Ramsay

  • https://www.masterclass.com/classes/gordon-ramsay-teaches-cooking

 

Meal Prep Breakfast Burritos

 

AirFryer 

  • Suggested brands: Ninja Foodi ® 2-Basket 8-Qt. Air Fryer with DualZone™ Technology and Instant Pot Pro Crisp Pressure Cooker & Air Fryer, 8-Qt.

 

Customizable Bistro Protein Box

 

 

Culinary Nutrition Studio

 

Coaching + Cooking Program

  • https://cheerfulchoices.com/coaching-and-cooking/

 

 

For more on Mackenzie Burgess, you can follow her on Instagram @cheerfulchoices, on Facebook: Cheerful Choices Food and Nutrition page, on Twitter @MackenzieBurgessRDN, on TikTok cheerfulchoices and through her  website https://cheerfulchoices.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Episode 115- The Culinary Chronicles of a Dietitian Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:39:42 On this fun episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan chats with Mackenzie Burgess, a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with a passion for culinary nutrition. She has regularly appeared on live broadcast segments and has been quoted in top media outlets. Mackenzie is the founder of Cheerful Choices, where she provides virtual nutrition counseling, personalized cooking classes, and partners with health-focused food brands. Mackenzie obtained her Bachelor of Science in Food and Nutrition Science from Colorado State University and completed her dietetic internship at OSF Saint Francis Medical Center. Argavan and Mackenzie discuss her story to pursue culinary nutrition, the evolving landscape of food trends and dietary preferences, how to balance the demands of being an entrepreneur, tips and strategies to minimize food waste and much more! Don’t miss it! On this fun episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan chats with Mackenzie Burgess, a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with a passion for culinary nutrition. She has regularly appeared on live broadcast segments and has been quoted in top media outlets. Mackenzie is the founder of Cheerful Choices, where she provides virtual nutrition counseling, personalized cooking classes, and partners with health-focused food brands. Mackenzie obtained her Bachelor of Science in Food and Nutrition Science from Colorado State University and completed her dietetic internship at OSF Saint Francis Medical Center. Argavan and Mackenzie discuss her story to pursue culinary nutrition, the evolving landscape of food trends and dietary preferences, how to balance the demands of being an entrepreneur, tips and strategies to minimize food waste and much more! Don’t miss it! false full 87409dcd-aa4d-4ba3-a277-64624d138fe1 Episode 114- Spotlight on Community Nutrition Mentioned in this Episode and Colton’s Recommendations:

 

Novels:

 

The Food Activist Handbook - Ali Berlow 

- A book with a variety of resources, tools, ideas and stories for supporting local food systems. This was written by the founder of Island Grown Initiative.

Description: Learn how your actions can keep money in the local economy, reduce the carbon footprint associated with food transportation, and preserve local landscapes. 

 

The Food Activist Handbook gives you the know-how and inspiration to create a better world, one meal at a time/

Where: Amazon, Barnes and Noble

 

Communicating Nutrition: The Authoritative Guide - Barbara J. Mayfield, MS, RDN, FAND

Description: Written and reviewed by experienced nutrition communicators and educators, this guide provides the knowledge and skills needed to develop and deliver all types of communication in a variety of settings. Helpful for students, interns and practitioners.

Where: Amazon

 

Podcasts:

 

Sound Bites - Melissa Joy Dobbins, MS, RDN, CDCES

About: Melissa is former supermarket dietitian who invites a variety of guests on for episodes related to fad diets to farming, misinformation and more! Free CPEUs can be found and she has an amazing Sound Science Toolkit for any subscribers to her podcast

Website:https://soundbitesrd.com/

 

Gastropod - Cynthia Graber, Nicola Twilley

About: Bi-weekly episode series that studies the science and history behind food and farming.

Website:https://gastropod.com/

 

Trainings:

 

Bridges out of Poverty - Compassion Project

Description: Gives a deeper understanding of poverty and what it is like for those facing it. As you gain empathy and a better understanding of the challenges faced by people in poverty, you will be able to build relationships with those living in poverty and create opportunities for their success.

Contact:training@compassioncoalition.org

Website: https://compassioncoalition.org/bridges-out-of-poverty/#bridges-form

 

 

For more on Colton, you can follow him on LinkedIn @ColtonMcCracken and connect via email mccracken.colton@gmail.com.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Fri, 1 Sep 2023 04:42:09 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-114-spotlight-on-community-nutrition-eW5qhiIa Mentioned in this Episode and Colton’s Recommendations:

 

Novels:

 

The Food Activist Handbook - Ali Berlow 

- A book with a variety of resources, tools, ideas and stories for supporting local food systems. This was written by the founder of Island Grown Initiative.

Description: Learn how your actions can keep money in the local economy, reduce the carbon footprint associated with food transportation, and preserve local landscapes. 

 

The Food Activist Handbook gives you the know-how and inspiration to create a better world, one meal at a time/

Where: Amazon, Barnes and Noble

 

Communicating Nutrition: The Authoritative Guide - Barbara J. Mayfield, MS, RDN, FAND

Description: Written and reviewed by experienced nutrition communicators and educators, this guide provides the knowledge and skills needed to develop and deliver all types of communication in a variety of settings. Helpful for students, interns and practitioners.

Where: Amazon

 

Podcasts:

 

Sound Bites - Melissa Joy Dobbins, MS, RDN, CDCES

About: Melissa is former supermarket dietitian who invites a variety of guests on for episodes related to fad diets to farming, misinformation and more! Free CPEUs can be found and she has an amazing Sound Science Toolkit for any subscribers to her podcast

Website:https://soundbitesrd.com/

 

Gastropod - Cynthia Graber, Nicola Twilley

About: Bi-weekly episode series that studies the science and history behind food and farming.

Website:https://gastropod.com/

 

Trainings:

 

Bridges out of Poverty - Compassion Project

Description: Gives a deeper understanding of poverty and what it is like for those facing it. As you gain empathy and a better understanding of the challenges faced by people in poverty, you will be able to build relationships with those living in poverty and create opportunities for their success.

Contact:training@compassioncoalition.org

Website: https://compassioncoalition.org/bridges-out-of-poverty/#bridges-form

 

 

For more on Colton, you can follow him on LinkedIn @ColtonMcCracken and connect via email mccracken.colton@gmail.com.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Episode 114- Spotlight on Community Nutrition Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:49:56 Today we're diving into a topic that impacts the well-being of individuals and communities alike – community nutrition. Community nutrition is more than just feeding people. It fosters empowerment and sows the seeds of health and equality. On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Colton McCracken, a Registered Dietitian currently working as a SNAP-Ed Nutritionist at Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County. His previous work experience includes a school educator at Island Grown Initiative Inc and a Coordinator at the Green Mountain Farm-to-School. Argavan and Colton discuss the strategies to engage and educate individuals with limited access to resources, the role and value of community partnerships, why advocacy is key in addressing the broader social determinants of health and much much more! Today we're diving into a topic that impacts the well-being of individuals and communities alike – community nutrition. Community nutrition is more than just feeding people. It fosters empowerment and sows the seeds of health and equality. On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Colton McCracken, a Registered Dietitian currently working as a SNAP-Ed Nutritionist at Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County. His previous work experience includes a school educator at Island Grown Initiative Inc and a Coordinator at the Green Mountain Farm-to-School. Argavan and Colton discuss the strategies to engage and educate individuals with limited access to resources, the role and value of community partnerships, why advocacy is key in addressing the broader social determinants of health and much much more! false full fd960a62-1fbb-4a23-8c4a-9ab4558f3292 Episode 113- When Picky Eating Is More Than a Phase Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Pediatric Feeding Disorders 

 

The Confident Eater blog

 

Books:

 

Creating Confident Eaters

 

Winner Winner I Eat Dinner

 

 

For more on Judith, you can follow her on Facebook: The Confident Eater page, on LinkedIn @JudithYeabsley and through her website https://theconfidenteater.com/about/.

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Wed, 23 Aug 2023 22:23:38 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-113-when-picky-eating-is-more-than-a-phase-rZfbz_Hv Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Pediatric Feeding Disorders 

 

The Confident Eater blog

 

Books:

 

Creating Confident Eaters

 

Winner Winner I Eat Dinner

 

 

For more on Judith, you can follow her on Facebook: The Confident Eater page, on LinkedIn @JudithYeabsley and through her website https://theconfidenteater.com/about/.

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Episode 113- When Picky Eating Is More Than a Phase Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:42:06 On this empowering episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Judith Yeabsley, an AOTA accredited picky eating advisor and internationally certified nutritional therapist. She works with 100+ families every year resolving picky eating challenges and bringing back joy and pleasure to mealtimes. Judith obtained her MA Cantab from Cambridge University, and her Postgraduate Degree in Psychology from Massey University. She is a mom to two boys and the author of Creating Confident Eaters and Winner Winner I Eat Dinner. Her mission: to create a world of confident eaters. Argavan and Judith discuss the difference between picky eating and extreme picky eating with insights that can impact a child's feeding behavior, signs caregivers should look for that may warrant a professional evaluation by a feeding specialist and key takeaway messages for parents and professionals dealing with their child's feeding challenges. On this empowering episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Judith Yeabsley, an AOTA accredited picky eating advisor and internationally certified nutritional therapist. She works with 100+ families every year resolving picky eating challenges and bringing back joy and pleasure to mealtimes. Judith obtained her MA Cantab from Cambridge University, and her Postgraduate Degree in Psychology from Massey University. She is a mom to two boys and the author of Creating Confident Eaters and Winner Winner I Eat Dinner. Her mission: to create a world of confident eaters. Argavan and Judith discuss the difference between picky eating and extreme picky eating with insights that can impact a child's feeding behavior, signs caregivers should look for that may warrant a professional evaluation by a feeding specialist and key takeaway messages for parents and professionals dealing with their child's feeding challenges. false full 46289bb4-6596-46dc-9862-024224b15005 Episode 112- Weight Stigma: A Conversation on Empathy and Understanding Mentioned in this Episode:

 

The Minnesota Starvation Experiment

 

 

What Mirror Meditation Can Teach You

 

 

Compassion by Kristen Neff

 

 

Fat Talk: Parenting in the Age of Diet Culture

 

 

Maintenance Phase Podcast

 

 

Debra’s Free Online Workshop

 

 

 

For more on Deb Benfield, you can follow her on Instagram @agingbodyliberation, on Facebook: Debra Benfield RDN page and through her website https://www.debrabenfield.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

 

 

 

]]> Mon, 21 Aug 2023 03:23:35 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-112-weight-stigma-a-conversation-on-empathy-and-understanding-CUSIDSNC Mentioned in this Episode:

 

The Minnesota Starvation Experiment

 

 

What Mirror Meditation Can Teach You

 

 

Compassion by Kristen Neff

 

 

Fat Talk: Parenting in the Age of Diet Culture

 

 

Maintenance Phase Podcast

 

 

Debra’s Free Online Workshop

 

 

 

For more on Deb Benfield, you can follow her on Instagram @agingbodyliberation, on Facebook: Debra Benfield RDN page and through her website https://www.debrabenfield.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

 

 

 

]]> Episode 112- Weight Stigma: A Conversation on Empathy and Understanding Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:49:31 On this heartfelt episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Deb Benfield, a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist of over 35 years specializing in preventing and treating disordered eating. She has helped hundreds of women heal their relationship with food, eating, and their bodies. She brings wisdom, passion, and lived experience to the intersection of pro-aging and body liberation. She offers one on one coaching, small group coaching, and professional supervision. Deb also owns and administers a private practice of big-hearted and wonderfully talented RDNs specializing in weight-neutral care and treating eating disorders. Deb’s philosophy is based on Health at Every Size and Intuitive/Mindful Eating. Argavan and Deb talk about the diet/wellness “mess”, the impact of undernourishment on our minds and bodies, disordered eating in women and the intergenerational diet culture, what health care providers can do to have a positive impact and so much more. You don’t want to miss this! On this heartfelt episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Deb Benfield, a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist of over 35 years specializing in preventing and treating disordered eating. She has helped hundreds of women heal their relationship with food, eating, and their bodies. She brings wisdom, passion, and lived experience to the intersection of pro-aging and body liberation. She offers one on one coaching, small group coaching, and professional supervision. Deb also owns and administers a private practice of big-hearted and wonderfully talented RDNs specializing in weight-neutral care and treating eating disorders. Deb’s philosophy is based on Health at Every Size and Intuitive/Mindful Eating. Argavan and Deb talk about the diet/wellness “mess”, the impact of undernourishment on our minds and bodies, disordered eating in women and the intergenerational diet culture, what health care providers can do to have a positive impact and so much more. You don’t want to miss this! false full 8fbf70e0-abfd-4079-8004-950b719ec659 Episode 111- Behavioral Analysis in Children and Adults Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Skinner Box: What Is An Operant Conditioning Chamber?

 

 

For more on Aaron Rudy, you can follow him on LinkedIn @AaronRudy and contact him via email Arudy1228@gmail.com.

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Thu, 17 Aug 2023 05:14:56 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-111-behavioral-analysis-in-children-and-adults-yA1OPlN6 Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Skinner Box: What Is An Operant Conditioning Chamber?

 

 

For more on Aaron Rudy, you can follow him on LinkedIn @AaronRudy and contact him via email Arudy1228@gmail.com.

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Episode 111- Behavioral Analysis in Children and Adults Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:47:36 Disclaimer: We recognize that every child is unique and that the content of this interview may not work for everyone. This content is general information and is not specific medical advice. Always consult with a doctor or healthcare provider if you have any questions or concerns about the health of a child. In case of an urgent concern or emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department right away. Today we are exploring the fascinating world of behavioural analysis, where we will dive deep into the science behind human behavior, insights into effective interventions, and the importance of this field in shaping positive outcomes for children and adults. On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan chats with Aaron Rudy, a Board-Certified Behaviour Analyst. Aaron obtained his MS in Behavioral Psychology from Pepperdine University. Aaron works with children with autism and other behavior challenges using Applied Behavior Analysis, an evidence-based data-driven individualized therapy to teach skills and strategies to both child and parents based on the psychological philosophy of behaviorism. Argavan and Aaron discuss common challenging behaviours in children with autism and how the family is impacted, how ABA-based interventions compare with other treatment approaches to help children with autism, aha moments along the way and much more! Join the conversation. Disclaimer: We recognize that every child is unique and that the content of this interview may not work for everyone. This content is general information and is not specific medical advice. Always consult with a doctor or healthcare provider if you have any questions or concerns about the health of a child. In case of an urgent concern or emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department right away. Today we are exploring the fascinating world of behavioural analysis, where we will dive deep into the science behind human behavior, insights into effective interventions, and the importance of this field in shaping positive outcomes for children and adults. On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan chats with Aaron Rudy, a Board-Certified Behaviour Analyst. Aaron obtained his MS in Behavioral Psychology from Pepperdine University. Aaron works with children with autism and other behavior challenges using Applied Behavior Analysis, an evidence-based data-driven individualized therapy to teach skills and strategies to both child and parents based on the psychological philosophy of behaviorism. Argavan and Aaron discuss common challenging behaviours in children with autism and how the family is impacted, how ABA-based interventions compare with other treatment approaches to help children with autism, aha moments along the way and much more! Join the conversation. false full bc45f8d9-b78f-43c9-9e80-511ac0df751a Episode 110- Nutrition Beyond Borders Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Global Strategies: 

  • https://www.globalstrategies.org/

 

Dr Arthur Ammann Obituary 

 

 

Marian Roan is not active on social media. Please email argavan@gmail.com if you have any questions for Marian.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Wed, 9 Aug 2023 04:52:26 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-110-nutrition-beyond-borders-wlbppExv Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Global Strategies: 

  • https://www.globalstrategies.org/

 

Dr Arthur Ammann Obituary 

 

 

Marian Roan is not active on social media. Please email argavan@gmail.com if you have any questions for Marian.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Episode 110- Nutrition Beyond Borders Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:47:54 On this candid and thought-provoking episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, I chat with my friend and colleague Marian Roan, a Registered Dietitian at UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital in Oakland, California for the past 15 years. Marian provides nutrition therapy for children of all ages with special needs and complex neurological conditions. She serves as lead dietitian for the Ketogenic Diet Therapy Program. Marian completed her dietetic internship at the University of California, Berkeley, She obtained a master of public health degree, with a specialty in public health nutrition, at the UC Berkeley School of Public Health. Argavan and Marian discuss her career in dietetics and specializing in pediatric nutrition working in the Ketogenic Diet Therapy Program, her work overseas related to malnutrition, advice for others who want to work internationally in the healthcare field and much more! Don’t miss it. On this candid and thought-provoking episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, I chat with my friend and colleague Marian Roan, a Registered Dietitian at UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital in Oakland, California for the past 15 years. Marian provides nutrition therapy for children of all ages with special needs and complex neurological conditions. She serves as lead dietitian for the Ketogenic Diet Therapy Program. Marian completed her dietetic internship at the University of California, Berkeley, She obtained a master of public health degree, with a specialty in public health nutrition, at the UC Berkeley School of Public Health. Argavan and Marian discuss her career in dietetics and specializing in pediatric nutrition working in the Ketogenic Diet Therapy Program, her work overseas related to malnutrition, advice for others who want to work internationally in the healthcare field and much more! Don’t miss it. false full 1d60ef0a-294e-43c0-b638-e2c88c76ce68 Episode 109- All About Baby-Led Weaning Mentioned in this Episode and Katie’s Recommendations:

 

Rapley Weaning- Gill Rapley, PhD

 

Step-by-step digital program

 

The 100 First Foods Checklist

 

 

For more on Katie Ferraro, you can follow her on Instagram @babyledweanteam, her podcast BLW Made Easy and through her website https://babyledweaning.co/.

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Fri, 4 Aug 2023 04:27:20 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-109-all-about-baby-led-weaning-MbdaSn1J Mentioned in this Episode and Katie’s Recommendations:

 

Rapley Weaning- Gill Rapley, PhD

 

Step-by-step digital program

 

The 100 First Foods Checklist

 

 

For more on Katie Ferraro, you can follow her on Instagram @babyledweanteam, her podcast BLW Made Easy and through her website https://babyledweaning.co/.

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Episode 109- All About Baby-Led Weaning Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:42:06 On this special episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Kate Ferraro, a Registered Dietitian, college nutrition professor and mom of seven who specializes in infant feeding and baby-led weaning. Katie is the creator of a step-by-step digital program designed to help your baby safely learn how to eat over 100 foods before turning one with education, guidance and support. Argavan and Katie discuss the origin behind the Baby Led Weaning approach to introducing solids to babies, strategies to encourage a baby to explore and try a variety of foods during baby-led weaning, how to navigate nutritional challenges such as nutrient deficiencies (iron), and allergies or intolerances and so much more. Don’t miss it! On this special episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Kate Ferraro, a Registered Dietitian, college nutrition professor and mom of seven who specializes in infant feeding and baby-led weaning. Katie is the creator of a step-by-step digital program designed to help your baby safely learn how to eat over 100 foods before turning one with education, guidance and support. Argavan and Katie discuss the origin behind the Baby Led Weaning approach to introducing solids to babies, strategies to encourage a baby to explore and try a variety of foods during baby-led weaning, how to navigate nutritional challenges such as nutrient deficiencies (iron), and allergies or intolerances and so much more. Don’t miss it! false full f60c4215-88c2-45b4-a95b-39a21ab90b3e Episode 108- The Role of Trauma in Eating Disorders Mentioned in this Episode and Erin’s Recommendations:

 

Erin’s TED Talk- Ditching the Food Police for Internal Wisdom 

  • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aGtEPb0aq4s
  • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aGtEPb0aq4s

 

Books:

 

Anchored: How to Befriend Your Nervous System Using Polyvagal Theory by Deb Dana

 

 

More than a Body: Your Body Is an Instrument, Not an Ornament by Lindsay and Lexie Kite

 

 

For more on Erin Gonzalez, you can follow her through her website www.eringonzaleznutrition.com.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through

her website www.babystepsnutrition.com

]]> Fri, 21 Jul 2023 15:46:51 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-108-the-role-of-trauma-in-eating-disorders-GWuOwwjk Mentioned in this Episode and Erin’s Recommendations:

 

Erin’s TED Talk- Ditching the Food Police for Internal Wisdom 

  • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aGtEPb0aq4s
  • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aGtEPb0aq4s

 

Books:

 

Anchored: How to Befriend Your Nervous System Using Polyvagal Theory by Deb Dana

 

 

More than a Body: Your Body Is an Instrument, Not an Ornament by Lindsay and Lexie Kite

 

 

For more on Erin Gonzalez, you can follow her through her website www.eringonzaleznutrition.com.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through

her website www.babystepsnutrition.com

]]> Episode 108- The Role of Trauma in Eating Disorders Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:36:33 On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan chats with Erin Gonzalez, a Registered Dietitian, Certified Eating Disorder Specialist and Intuitive Eating Counselor. She is founder of Erin Gonzalez Nutrition. Erin is also an Adjunct Professor at Minnesota State University. In her TED talk, Erin says, “how is it that we have so much nutrition information yet people are so confused how to feed and take care of themselves.” Argavan and Erin discuss the factors that impact our eating habits, the common signs and symptoms of disordered eating that may be related to trauma and the importance of trauma-informed care in the treatment of eating disorders. Tune in! On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan chats with Erin Gonzalez, a Registered Dietitian, Certified Eating Disorder Specialist and Intuitive Eating Counselor. She is founder of Erin Gonzalez Nutrition. Erin is also an Adjunct Professor at Minnesota State University. In her TED talk, Erin says, “how is it that we have so much nutrition information yet people are so confused how to feed and take care of themselves.” Argavan and Erin discuss the factors that impact our eating habits, the common signs and symptoms of disordered eating that may be related to trauma and the importance of trauma-informed care in the treatment of eating disorders. Tune in! false full ea9750b4-3b17-47bf-8923-b40ecd31b4b7 Episode 107- The Transformative Power of Yoga on Parenting Mentioned in this Episode:

 

 

Big Magic book by Elizabeth Gilbert

 

The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron

 

 

Sarah’s The Yoga of Parenting book

 

 

 

For more on Sarah Ezrin, you can follow her on Instagram @sarahezrinyoga, on TikTok @sarahezrin and through her website https://sarahezrinyoga.com/.

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Wed, 28 Jun 2023 13:16:15 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-107-the-power-of-yoga-for-mindful-parenting-aLPLlQRh Mentioned in this Episode:

 

 

Big Magic book by Elizabeth Gilbert

 

The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron

 

 

Sarah’s The Yoga of Parenting book

 

 

 

For more on Sarah Ezrin, you can follow her on Instagram @sarahezrinyoga, on TikTok @sarahezrin and through her website https://sarahezrinyoga.com/.

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 107- The Transformative Power of Yoga on Parenting Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:42:01 This special episode is a beacon of inspiration for individuals looking for balance and serenity in their lives. Sarah Ezrin is a world-renowned yoga educator, content creator, and author of The Yoga of Parenting. She is a mama to two little ones and based in the San Francisco Bay Area. Sarah loves guiding people along their wellness and parenthood journeys. Her words, classes and social media are supportive, healing spaces where people can feel seen and heard. On this candid episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan chats with Sarah about the unexpected challenges she faced when she became a parent, specific practices and techniques she recommends for parents to incorporate into their daily lives to find balance and presence and her newly released book that offers a unique perspective on the intersection of yoga and parenting. You don’t want to miss this one! This special episode is a beacon of inspiration for individuals looking for balance and serenity in their lives. Sarah Ezrin is a world-renowned yoga educator, content creator, and author of The Yoga of Parenting. She is a mama to two little ones and based in the San Francisco Bay Area. Sarah loves guiding people along their wellness and parenthood journeys. Her words, classes and social media are supportive, healing spaces where people can feel seen and heard. On this candid episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan chats with Sarah about the unexpected challenges she faced when she became a parent, specific practices and techniques she recommends for parents to incorporate into their daily lives to find balance and presence and her newly released book that offers a unique perspective on the intersection of yoga and parenting. You don’t want to miss this one! false full 63f91e67-816b-4c2c-be45-1eacea0649d1 Episode 106- From Struggle to Resilience: Amplifying the Stories of Refugees  

Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Dr. Dimasi’s Writings and Research

 

Dr. Dimasi’s book: Hope, Solidarity & Death At The Australian Border: Asylum Seekers & Christmas Island

 

 

For more on Dr. Dimasi you can follow her on Instagram @michelledimasi, on Twitter @michellejdimasiand through her website https://www.michellejasmindimasi.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Sun, 4 Jun 2023 01:34:09 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-106-from-struggle-to-resilience-amplifying-the-stories-of-refugees-RNEifDFM  

Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Dr. Dimasi’s Writings and Research

 

Dr. Dimasi’s book: Hope, Solidarity & Death At The Australian Border: Asylum Seekers & Christmas Island

 

 

For more on Dr. Dimasi you can follow her on Instagram @michelledimasi, on Twitter @michellejdimasiand through her website https://www.michellejasmindimasi.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Episode 106- From Struggle to Resilience: Amplifying the Stories of Refugees Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:37:37 World Refugee Day is on June 20th, 2023. According to the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), as of 2021, there were approximately 26.4 million refugees worldwide. More than half of all refugees globally come from just three countries: Syria, Venezuela, and Afghanistan. Furthermore, children make up a significant portion of the refugee population. As of 2021, around 42% of refugees were under the age of 18. On this inspirational episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Dr. Michelle Dimasi, an author and activist for the rights of refugees and asylum seekers. Dr. Dimasi has worked in Afghanistan and the Middle East to deliver services to women, children and ethnic minorities in both the private and not-for-profit sectors. She has held positions on the United Nation’s High Commissioner for Refugees Round Table discussions, and research adjunct roles at both Curtin University’s Centre for Human Rights Education and at the Swinburne Institute for Social Research. She completed a PhD at Swinburne University in the area of asylum seeker policy. Argavan and Dr. Dimasi discuss the main challenges that refugees face, her book: Hope, Solidarity and Death at the Australian Border: Christmas Island and Asylum Seekers, advice for individuals who want to get involved in refugee advocacy and so much more! You don’t want to miss this special episode! World Refugee Day is on June 20th, 2023. According to the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), as of 2021, there were approximately 26.4 million refugees worldwide. More than half of all refugees globally come from just three countries: Syria, Venezuela, and Afghanistan. Furthermore, children make up a significant portion of the refugee population. As of 2021, around 42% of refugees were under the age of 18. On this inspirational episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Dr. Michelle Dimasi, an author and activist for the rights of refugees and asylum seekers. Dr. Dimasi has worked in Afghanistan and the Middle East to deliver services to women, children and ethnic minorities in both the private and not-for-profit sectors. She has held positions on the United Nation’s High Commissioner for Refugees Round Table discussions, and research adjunct roles at both Curtin University’s Centre for Human Rights Education and at the Swinburne Institute for Social Research. She completed a PhD at Swinburne University in the area of asylum seeker policy. Argavan and Dr. Dimasi discuss the main challenges that refugees face, her book: Hope, Solidarity and Death at the Australian Border: Christmas Island and Asylum Seekers, advice for individuals who want to get involved in refugee advocacy and so much more! You don’t want to miss this special episode! false full bad3df78-552a-4fdd-8141-b11fd17fe135 Episode 105- Breaking Barriers in Women's Health Mentioned in this Episode:

 

National Institutes of Health- Office of Research for the Health of Women

 

World Health Organization- Women’s Health

- https://www.who.int/health-topics/women-s-health

 

Dr. Lerner’s Blog

 

 

For more on Dr. Uma Lerner you can follow her on Instagram @drumalerner and through her website http://www.umalernermd.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Sun, 14 May 2023 04:28:42 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-105-breaking-barriers-in-womens-health-9ftizGA_ Mentioned in this Episode:

 

National Institutes of Health- Office of Research for the Health of Women

 

World Health Organization- Women’s Health

- https://www.who.int/health-topics/women-s-health

 

Dr. Lerner’s Blog

 

 

For more on Dr. Uma Lerner you can follow her on Instagram @drumalerner and through her website http://www.umalernermd.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Episode 105- Breaking Barriers in Women's Health Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:34:40 On this insightful episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan interviews Dr. Uma Lerner, a specialist in reproductive psychiatry, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, life transitions, grief, and loss. She has expertise in management of psychiatric and emotional challenges during pregnancy and post-partum. Dr. Lerner graduated with a B.A. in sociology from Rice University and received her M.D. at the Baylor College of Medicine (Menninger Department of Psychiatry) in Houston. She completed her residency in psychiatry at the University of California, San Francisco, and subsequently the Foundations of Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy program at the San Francisco Center for Psychoanalysis. Argavan and Dr. Lerner discuss the biggest health inequalities faced by women around the world, the various factors that impact women's access to healthcare and overall health outcomes, how technology and information impact opportunities and outcomes for girls and women, and the role of governments and policymakers to address women's health inequalities and promote gender equity in healthcare. Tune in! On this insightful episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan interviews Dr. Uma Lerner, a specialist in reproductive psychiatry, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, life transitions, grief, and loss. She has expertise in management of psychiatric and emotional challenges during pregnancy and post-partum. Dr. Lerner graduated with a B.A. in sociology from Rice University and received her M.D. at the Baylor College of Medicine (Menninger Department of Psychiatry) in Houston. She completed her residency in psychiatry at the University of California, San Francisco, and subsequently the Foundations of Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy program at the San Francisco Center for Psychoanalysis. Argavan and Dr. Lerner discuss the biggest health inequalities faced by women around the world, the various factors that impact women's access to healthcare and overall health outcomes, how technology and information impact opportunities and outcomes for girls and women, and the role of governments and policymakers to address women's health inequalities and promote gender equity in healthcare. Tune in! false full b73ce7d8-6eac-471a-b1e5-dec5fe0146fc Episode 104- How to Use Food to Beat Disease With Dr. William Li Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Dr. Li’s TED talk: Can We Eat to Starve Cancer

 

Dr Li’s books:

 

Dr Li’s blog;

 

 

For more on Dr. William Li, you can follow him on Instagram @drwilliamli, on Twitter @drwilliamli and through his website https://drwilliamli.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Thu, 11 May 2023 16:01:17 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-104-how-to-use-food-to-beat-disease-with-dr-william-li-7HQqaWch Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Dr. Li’s TED talk: Can We Eat to Starve Cancer

 

Dr Li’s books:

 

Dr Li’s blog;

 

 

For more on Dr. William Li, you can follow him on Instagram @drwilliamli, on Twitter @drwilliamli and through his website https://drwilliamli.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Episode 104- How to Use Food to Beat Disease With Dr. William Li Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:35:57 “Love your food to love your health”. On this groundbreaking episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan had the esteem pleasure of chatting with Dr. William Li, a world-renowned physician, scientist, and New York Times bestselling author, best known for his role as President and Medical Director of the Angiogenesis Foundation. His work has led to more than 40 FDA-approved therapeutics and devices for cancer, cardiovascular disease, wound healing, and vision loss. Dr. Li is the author of the New York Times bestseller, Eat to Beat Disease. Argavan and Dr. Li discuss his field of angiogenesis and cancer research, the role of metabolism and body fat in our risk of chronic illness and overall health, misconceptions about nutrition and health and science-based effective lifestyle strategies for disease prevention and optimal health and well-being. Don’t miss this powerful episode! “Love your food to love your health”. On this groundbreaking episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan had the esteem pleasure of chatting with Dr. William Li, a world-renowned physician, scientist, and New York Times bestselling author, best known for his role as President and Medical Director of the Angiogenesis Foundation. His work has led to more than 40 FDA-approved therapeutics and devices for cancer, cardiovascular disease, wound healing, and vision loss. Dr. Li is the author of the New York Times bestseller, Eat to Beat Disease. Argavan and Dr. Li discuss his field of angiogenesis and cancer research, the role of metabolism and body fat in our risk of chronic illness and overall health, misconceptions about nutrition and health and science-based effective lifestyle strategies for disease prevention and optimal health and well-being. Don’t miss this powerful episode! false full 07f3b5cd-111c-443e-8d6b-2b4f161dcd7c Episode 103- Growing Minds: A Conversation with a Child Psychologist Mentioned in this Episode:

 

The Marshmallow Experiment and Delayed Gratification

 

The Journey of Parenting Podcast

 

Dr. Adusei’s Research

 

How Your Brain's Executive Function works -- and how to improve it | Sabine Doebel TED Talk

 

Encompass Movement Statement: Language Matters- POC Caucus Renamed Global Majority Caucus

 

 

For more on Dr. Adusei, you can follow her on Instagram @drsharonlo and her through her website https://www.drsharonlo.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

 

]]> Sat, 22 Apr 2023 22:11:10 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-103-growing-minds-a-conversation-with-a-child-psychologist-uhSvv82H Mentioned in this Episode:

 

The Marshmallow Experiment and Delayed Gratification

 

The Journey of Parenting Podcast

 

Dr. Adusei’s Research

 

How Your Brain's Executive Function works -- and how to improve it | Sabine Doebel TED Talk

 

Encompass Movement Statement: Language Matters- POC Caucus Renamed Global Majority Caucus

 

 

For more on Dr. Adusei, you can follow her on Instagram @drsharonlo and her through her website https://www.drsharonlo.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

 

]]> Episode 103- Growing Minds: A Conversation with a Child Psychologist Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:47:06 There are a multitude of factors that may have a tremendous impact on a developing brain. On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Dr. Sharon Adusei, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with expertise in the developing brain, with a focus on factors that impact well-being and health outcomes for children and their families, particularly those from marginalized backgrounds. Dr. Adusei obtained her Ph.D. In Clinical Psychology from Michigan State University and completed her Clinical Residency in Psychology at Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital at Stanford University and Children’s Health Council Consortium. Argavan and Dr. Adusei discuss her research centered on the factors that impact child development with a focus on marginalized families, understanding self-regulation and what makes each child unique, the role of early childhood experiences and the social determinants of health in predicting a child’s health and wellbeing outcome and so much more! Don’t miss this insightful conversation! There are a multitude of factors that may have a tremendous impact on a developing brain. On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Dr. Sharon Adusei, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with expertise in the developing brain, with a focus on factors that impact well-being and health outcomes for children and their families, particularly those from marginalized backgrounds. Dr. Adusei obtained her Ph.D. In Clinical Psychology from Michigan State University and completed her Clinical Residency in Psychology at Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital at Stanford University and Children’s Health Council Consortium. Argavan and Dr. Adusei discuss her research centered on the factors that impact child development with a focus on marginalized families, understanding self-regulation and what makes each child unique, the role of early childhood experiences and the social determinants of health in predicting a child’s health and wellbeing outcome and so much more! Don’t miss this insightful conversation! false full 9ef29da1-2502-49c5-86f0-edc43bf4e5f1 Episode 102- The Impact of Media on Teen Mental Health  

Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Take it down: https://takeitdown.ncmec.org/

 

My website: www.sarahdomoff.com

 

Family media plans/tech planners:

 

https://www.commonsensemedia.org/family-tech-planners

 

https://www.healthychildren.org/english/fmp/pages/mediaplan.aspx#/

 

 

For more on Sarah Domoff, you can follow her on Twitter @sarah_domoff and through her website https://http://sarahdomoff.com.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Mon, 17 Apr 2023 16:00:00 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-102-the-impact-of-media-on-teen-mental-health-oNd7f01X  

Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Take it down: https://takeitdown.ncmec.org/

 

My website: www.sarahdomoff.com

 

Family media plans/tech planners:

 

https://www.commonsensemedia.org/family-tech-planners

 

https://www.healthychildren.org/english/fmp/pages/mediaplan.aspx#/

 

 

For more on Sarah Domoff, you can follow her on Twitter @sarah_domoff and through her website https://http://sarahdomoff.com.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 102- The Impact of Media on Teen Mental Health Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:45:25 Media has a profound impact on youth mental health, as evidenced by high rates of anxiety, isolation, hopelessness and depression. How do we empower teens and their caregivers, educators and community members to keep kids safe? On this informative episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Dr. Sarah E. Domoff, an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at Central Michigan University as well as the Research Faculty Affiliate in the Department of Health Behavior and Health Education at the University of Michigan’s School of Public Health. Dr. Domoff is the principal investigator for the Family Health Lab at Central Michigan University where the focus is on childhood obesity prevention and media use. Don’t miss it! Media has a profound impact on youth mental health, as evidenced by high rates of anxiety, isolation, hopelessness and depression. How do we empower teens and their caregivers, educators and community members to keep kids safe? On this informative episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Dr. Sarah E. Domoff, an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at Central Michigan University as well as the Research Faculty Affiliate in the Department of Health Behavior and Health Education at the University of Michigan’s School of Public Health. Dr. Domoff is the principal investigator for the Family Health Lab at Central Michigan University where the focus is on childhood obesity prevention and media use. Don’t miss it! false full deee90f1-fbd3-4dc5-a6ea-f87b06f8a652 Episode 101- All About Child Nutrition with Jill Castle, MS, RDN, CDN Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Books by Jill Castle

 

Professional Mentorship

 

The Nourished Child articles

 

The Nourished Child Podcast

  • https://thenourishedchild.com/category/podcast/

 

For more on Jill Castle, you can follow her through her websites https://jillcastle.com/ and https://thenourishedchild.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Sat, 8 Apr 2023 19:39:23 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-101-all-about-child-nutrition-with-jill-castle-ms-rdn-cdn-DNzBBV75 Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Books by Jill Castle

 

Professional Mentorship

 

The Nourished Child articles

 

The Nourished Child Podcast

  • https://thenourishedchild.com/category/podcast/

 

For more on Jill Castle, you can follow her through her websites https://jillcastle.com/ and https://thenourishedchild.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Episode 101- All About Child Nutrition with Jill Castle, MS, RDN, CDN Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:51:40 This episode is a VERY special one, and I am excited to share my guest, Jill Castle! Jill is a registered dietitian nutritionist and pediatric nutrition expert with three decades of experience. She is the author of several books on child nutrition, including "Fearless Feeding: How to Raise Healthy Eaters from High Chair to High School," and "Eat Like a Champion: Performance Nutrition for Your Young Athlete." Jill is also the host of the "The Nourished Child" podcast, which explores a range of topics related to child nutrition, feeding, and growth. She has appeared in numerous media outlets, including The New York Times, The Washington Post, and CNN. Jill's work emphasizes the importance of family meals, positive feeding relationships, and a balanced approach to nutrition that takes into account the unique needs of each child. On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan and Jill discuss the most common nutritional challenges with children today, effective strategies for helping picky eaters to broaden their palates and try new foods, how parents and caregivers can navigate conflicting nutrition information and make informed decisions about their children's diets and SO much more. Tune in! This episode is a VERY special one, and I am excited to share my guest, Jill Castle! Jill is a registered dietitian nutritionist and pediatric nutrition expert with three decades of experience. She is the author of several books on child nutrition, including "Fearless Feeding: How to Raise Healthy Eaters from High Chair to High School," and "Eat Like a Champion: Performance Nutrition for Your Young Athlete." Jill is also the host of the "The Nourished Child" podcast, which explores a range of topics related to child nutrition, feeding, and growth. She has appeared in numerous media outlets, including The New York Times, The Washington Post, and CNN. Jill's work emphasizes the importance of family meals, positive feeding relationships, and a balanced approach to nutrition that takes into account the unique needs of each child. On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan and Jill discuss the most common nutritional challenges with children today, effective strategies for helping picky eaters to broaden their palates and try new foods, how parents and caregivers can navigate conflicting nutrition information and make informed decisions about their children's diets and SO much more. Tune in! false full 48e56a81-177d-42d1-85ab-243c164d60d8 Episode 100- Happy Kids Kitchen: Raising Joyful Eaters Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Blog

 

Little Helpers Toddler Cookbook

 

Heather’s Favorite Kitchen Products

 

 

For more on Heather Staller and Happy Kids Kitchen, you can follow her on Instagram @heather.happykidskitchen and through her website https://happykidskitchen.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Thu, 6 Apr 2023 03:22:50 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-100-happy-kids-kitchen-raising-joyful-eaters-XHZCLJUH Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Blog

 

Little Helpers Toddler Cookbook

 

Heather’s Favorite Kitchen Products

 

 

For more on Heather Staller and Happy Kids Kitchen, you can follow her on Instagram @heather.happykidskitchen and through her website https://happykidskitchen.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 100- Happy Kids Kitchen: Raising Joyful Eaters Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:47:12 Heather Staller is the founder of Happy Kids Kitchen, a food blog where she shares recipes and resources to help kids and their families cook together. As a trained culinary professional, Heather also teaches kids’ cooking classes. She lives in Massachusetts and is a mom to two young boys. Her approach to family meals: "easy, empowering, delicious, fun, and all with a healthier twist". On the 100th episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan and Heather discuss the motivation behind Happy Kids Kitchen and what it means to raise "joyful eaters", why nutrition in the context of health and wellness has become so overwhelming and complicated, Heather’s favorite healthy recipes or snacks that are both nutritious and kid-friendly and much much more! If you want to get your kid in the kitchen, this episode is for you! Heather Staller is the founder of Happy Kids Kitchen, a food blog where she shares recipes and resources to help kids and their families cook together. As a trained culinary professional, Heather also teaches kids’ cooking classes. She lives in Massachusetts and is a mom to two young boys. Her approach to family meals: "easy, empowering, delicious, fun, and all with a healthier twist". On the 100th episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan and Heather discuss the motivation behind Happy Kids Kitchen and what it means to raise "joyful eaters", why nutrition in the context of health and wellness has become so overwhelming and complicated, Heather’s favorite healthy recipes or snacks that are both nutritious and kid-friendly and much much more! If you want to get your kid in the kitchen, this episode is for you! false full f57dfe53-eb4e-4c05-965e-8b701e43c75b Episode 99- How the Gut Impacts a Child’s Behaviour For more on Judy Converse, you can follow her on Twitter NutrCareAutism and through her website https://www.nutritioncare.net/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Wed, 15 Mar 2023 22:58:52 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-99-how-the-gut-impacts-a-childs-behaviour-1DdOK2Fx For more on Judy Converse, you can follow her on Twitter NutrCareAutism and through her website https://www.nutritioncare.net/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 99- How the Gut Impacts a Child’s Behaviour Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:42:52 Judy Converse is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with a Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science and Human Nutrition from the University of Vermont and a Master’s Degree in Public Health Nutrition from the University of Hawaii. She has a private practice with a focus on functional nutrition where she works with children with various chronic conditions such as ADHD, autism, growth and feeding concerns, allergies and more. On this child nutrition-focused episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan and Judy discuss what gut dysbiosis is and how it can impact a child's behavior, how picky eating and more severe eating challenges are tied to gut health, and tips and strategies for parents and caregivers to support their child’s health with dietary and other lifestyle changes. This episode is not to be missed! Mentioned in this Episode and Judy’s Recommendations: Eat, Grow and Thrive - https://www.nutritioncare.net/eat-grow-thrive-blog/ Gut Healing Recipes - https://www.nutritioncare.net/hypoallergenic-recipes/ Judy’s Books - https://www.amazon.com/stores/Judy-Converse/author/B001JRV21Y?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true Judy Converse is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with a Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science and Human Nutrition from the University of Vermont and a Master’s Degree in Public Health Nutrition from the University of Hawaii. She has a private practice with a focus on functional nutrition where she works with children with various chronic conditions such as ADHD, autism, growth and feeding concerns, allergies and more. On this child nutrition-focused episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan and Judy discuss what gut dysbiosis is and how it can impact a child's behavior, how picky eating and more severe eating challenges are tied to gut health, and tips and strategies for parents and caregivers to support their child’s health with dietary and other lifestyle changes. This episode is not to be missed! Mentioned in this Episode and Judy’s Recommendations: Eat, Grow and Thrive - https://www.nutritioncare.net/eat-grow-thrive-blog/ Gut Healing Recipes - https://www.nutritioncare.net/hypoallergenic-recipes/ Judy’s Books - https://www.amazon.com/stores/Judy-Converse/author/B001JRV21Y?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true false full 8b78c121-5987-4cb2-8fba-e87292c5835d Episode 98- Using Developmental Science to Improve Health Outcomes for Children Mentioned in this Episode and Dr. Miller's Recommendations:

 

Daniel Tiger song about change

 

Child Development Theories: Urie Bronfenbrenner

 

Center on the Developing Child- Harvard University

 

IDEAS Impact Framework

 

Nurture Science Program- Columbia University

 

Children’s Behavioural Health- The Ballmer Institute

 

 

For more on Dr. Miller, you can follow her on Twitter @AlisonMillerPhD and through the  website https://sph.umich.edu/faculty-profiles/miller-alison.html. 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Thu, 9 Mar 2023 22:24:25 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-98-using-developmental-science-to-improve-health-outcomes-for-children-cw96YKbc Mentioned in this Episode and Dr. Miller's Recommendations:

 

Daniel Tiger song about change

 

Child Development Theories: Urie Bronfenbrenner

 

Center on the Developing Child- Harvard University

 

IDEAS Impact Framework

 

Nurture Science Program- Columbia University

 

Children’s Behavioural Health- The Ballmer Institute

 

 

For more on Dr. Miller, you can follow her on Twitter @AlisonMillerPhD and through the  website https://sph.umich.edu/faculty-profiles/miller-alison.html. 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 98- Using Developmental Science to Improve Health Outcomes for Children Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:56:31 On this special episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Dr. Alison Miller, a developmental psychologist who studies risk and resilience in relation to health outcomes in children and families. Dr. Miller is a Professor in the Department of Health Behaviour and Health Education (HBHE) at the University of Michigan School of Public Health. She received her PhD at the University of Michigan and completed a postdoctoral fellowship at Brown Medical School Department of Psychiatry- the Division of Child and Family Psychiatry. Dr. Miller collaborates with colleagues at Brown Medical School, the University of Colorado at Boulder, and Michigan State University. Dr. Miller’s research focuses on factors that shape a child’s physical and mental health outcomes, including child factors, family factors, and social-contextual factors. By doing so, she translates developmental science into intervention to foster positive child health and mental health outcomes. Argavan and Dr. Miller discuss the role of Acute Childhood Experiences (ACEs) on a child's growth and development, the social determinants of health that impact a child's health across the lifespan, parental attachment styles and so much more! Don't miss it! On this special episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Dr. Alison Miller, a developmental psychologist who studies risk and resilience in relation to health outcomes in children and families. Dr. Miller is a Professor in the Department of Health Behaviour and Health Education (HBHE) at the University of Michigan School of Public Health. She received her PhD at the University of Michigan and completed a postdoctoral fellowship at Brown Medical School Department of Psychiatry- the Division of Child and Family Psychiatry. Dr. Miller collaborates with colleagues at Brown Medical School, the University of Colorado at Boulder, and Michigan State University. Dr. Miller’s research focuses on factors that shape a child’s physical and mental health outcomes, including child factors, family factors, and social-contextual factors. By doing so, she translates developmental science into intervention to foster positive child health and mental health outcomes. Argavan and Dr. Miller discuss the role of Acute Childhood Experiences (ACEs) on a child's growth and development, the social determinants of health that impact a child's health across the lifespan, parental attachment styles and so much more! Don't miss it! false full 8ff80cb8-1e0b-4444-858a-e7b0ad322e78 Episode 97- Taking Control of Your Health to Maximize Life Expectancy Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Dr. Molly’s online course: YOUR HEALTHSPAN JOURNEY: master your blood sugar (your energy gauge & the ultimate biomarker!) to extend healthspan

  • https://drmolly.co/courses/

 

Dr. Molly’s Levels link: 

  • levels.link/drmolly

 

Understanding Stress and HPA Axis

 

Spark Factor book available to order now

  • https://www.amazon.com/dp/0063207206/keywords=clean%20eating?tag=imprintweb-20

 

For more on Dr. Maloof, you can follow her on Instagram @DrMolly.co, on Twitter and LinkedIn @MollyMaloofMD and through her website www.DrMolly.co.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Tue, 28 Feb 2023 19:35:48 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-97-taking-control-of-your-health-to-maximize-life-expectancy-LDtkKPAz Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Dr. Molly’s online course: YOUR HEALTHSPAN JOURNEY: master your blood sugar (your energy gauge & the ultimate biomarker!) to extend healthspan

  • https://drmolly.co/courses/

 

Dr. Molly’s Levels link: 

  • levels.link/drmolly

 

Understanding Stress and HPA Axis

 

Spark Factor book available to order now

  • https://www.amazon.com/dp/0063207206/keywords=clean%20eating?tag=imprintweb-20

 

For more on Dr. Maloof, you can follow her on Instagram @DrMolly.co, on Twitter and LinkedIn @MollyMaloofMD and through her website www.DrMolly.co.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 97- Taking Control of Your Health to Maximize Life Expectancy Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:29:37 Today’s insightful interview is with Dr. Molly Maloof, a physician and Stanford lecturer who has spent her career providing personalized medicine. Moreover, Dr. Molly has also developed a science-backed program focused on mitochondrial health, used successfully by her patients, which offer lifestyle changes that target the unique biology of women and provide immediate and long-term benefits. Her latest book, Spark Factor, is now available for purchase. In her words, “Our health is tested by our capacity to handle major stressors and be resourced emotionally, physically, spiritually, and socially to bounce back and continue to thrive.” Argavan and Dr. Maloof discuss how and why mitochondrial and metabolic health are important for overall health, how people can manipulate their health and well being using biohacking tools and technology and addressing hot topics such as intermittent fasting, blood sugar tracking and much more! Today’s insightful interview is with Dr. Molly Maloof, a physician and Stanford lecturer who has spent her career providing personalized medicine. Moreover, Dr. Molly has also developed a science-backed program focused on mitochondrial health, used successfully by her patients, which offer lifestyle changes that target the unique biology of women and provide immediate and long-term benefits. Her latest book, Spark Factor, is now available for purchase. In her words, “Our health is tested by our capacity to handle major stressors and be resourced emotionally, physically, spiritually, and socially to bounce back and continue to thrive.” Argavan and Dr. Maloof discuss how and why mitochondrial and metabolic health are important for overall health, how people can manipulate their health and well being using biohacking tools and technology and addressing hot topics such as intermittent fasting, blood sugar tracking and much more! false full f0926f68-d5d5-4d15-9a89-09d540b19db3 Episode 96- Navigating Grief Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Sacred Stream calendar of events

  • https://www.sacredstream.org/calendar/

 

Classes and workshops

 

 

For more on Joanna Adler, you can follow her on Instagram @joanna.adler and through her website joannaadler.net.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Fri, 10 Feb 2023 21:47:13 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-96-navigating-grief-Ohvw4ktU Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Sacred Stream calendar of events

  • https://www.sacredstream.org/calendar/

 

Classes and workshops

 

 

For more on Joanna Adler, you can follow her on Instagram @joanna.adler and through her website joannaadler.net.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Episode 96- Navigating Grief Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:54:39 Today we are talking about grief and loss. By having conversations about this highly sensitive and important topic, it helps to normalize the grieving process and reduce the stigma and isolation often associated with grief. Our goal is to offer practical advice, coping strategies, and support for individuals who are struggling with grief and loss. On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Joanna Adler. a licensed clinical psychologist, executive coach, and Depth Hypnosis practitioner. Joanna holds a doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology from the California Institute of Integral Studies, where she specialized in the study of Transpersonal Psychology and Family Psychology. Joanna has been working with individuals, couples, and families as a psychotherapist for 3 decades. She has trained extensively in the fields of Applied Shamanism, Buddhist Psychology, Energy Medicine, and Depth Hypnosis, and teaches nationally and internationally in these fields. Joanna has a virtual private practice. Argavan and Joanna discuss the benefits of therapy, the different modalities Joanna uses in her practice, how best to support children and teens dealing with grief and much more! Don’t miss this highly informative and compassionate conversation. Today we are talking about grief and loss. By having conversations about this highly sensitive and important topic, it helps to normalize the grieving process and reduce the stigma and isolation often associated with grief. Our goal is to offer practical advice, coping strategies, and support for individuals who are struggling with grief and loss. On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Joanna Adler. a licensed clinical psychologist, executive coach, and Depth Hypnosis practitioner. Joanna holds a doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology from the California Institute of Integral Studies, where she specialized in the study of Transpersonal Psychology and Family Psychology. Joanna has been working with individuals, couples, and families as a psychotherapist for 3 decades. She has trained extensively in the fields of Applied Shamanism, Buddhist Psychology, Energy Medicine, and Depth Hypnosis, and teaches nationally and internationally in these fields. Joanna has a virtual private practice. Argavan and Joanna discuss the benefits of therapy, the different modalities Joanna uses in her practice, how best to support children and teens dealing with grief and much more! Don’t miss this highly informative and compassionate conversation. false full f2ab977f-a1c1-4f75-b2b6-d5976d5c5dd5 Episode 95- Nutrition for Breast Cancer Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Book: Cancer Diet for the Newly Diagnosed: An Integrative Guide and Cookbook for Treatment and Recovery

https://www.amazon.com/Cancer-Diet-Newly-Diagnosed-Integrative-ebook/dp/B09RTDJMVR?ref_=ast_author_dp

 

Tamar’s Blog

https://www.tamarrothenbergrd.com/blog-1

 

Facebook Support Group: A fresh start for breast cancer thrivers with Tamar Rothenberg, MS, RDN

https://www.facebook.com/groups/afreshstartforbreastcancerthrivers/

 

 

For more on Tamar Rothenberg, you can follow her on Instagram @breastcancer.nutritionist, on LinkedIn @TamarRothenberg and through her website https://www.tamarrothenbergrd.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

 

 

]]> Thu, 2 Feb 2023 06:50:36 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-95-nutrition-for-breast-cancer-qLW0nLoh Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Book: Cancer Diet for the Newly Diagnosed: An Integrative Guide and Cookbook for Treatment and Recovery

https://www.amazon.com/Cancer-Diet-Newly-Diagnosed-Integrative-ebook/dp/B09RTDJMVR?ref_=ast_author_dp

 

Tamar’s Blog

https://www.tamarrothenbergrd.com/blog-1

 

Facebook Support Group: A fresh start for breast cancer thrivers with Tamar Rothenberg, MS, RDN

https://www.facebook.com/groups/afreshstartforbreastcancerthrivers/

 

 

For more on Tamar Rothenberg, you can follow her on Instagram @breastcancer.nutritionist, on LinkedIn @TamarRothenberg and through her website https://www.tamarrothenbergrd.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

 

 

]]> Episode 95- Nutrition for Breast Cancer Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:52:26 On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Tamar Rothenberg, a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist who specializes in nutrition care for breast cancer thrivers. She is the owner of Nutrition Nom Nom, a private practice based in Los Angeles. Tamar obtained her Master of Science and completed her dietetic internship at California State University in Los Angeles. She is the adjunct professor in Nutritional Science at Touro College. Furthermore, Tamar is the author of Cancer Diet for the Newly Diagnosed: An Integrative Guide and Cookbook for Treatment and Recovery. Argavan and Tamar discuss the role that nutrition plays in cancer, how to manage the side effects of breast cancer treatment and challenges during the post-recovery phases, common myths debunked and much more! A not-to-be missed episode! On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Tamar Rothenberg, a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist who specializes in nutrition care for breast cancer thrivers. She is the owner of Nutrition Nom Nom, a private practice based in Los Angeles. Tamar obtained her Master of Science and completed her dietetic internship at California State University in Los Angeles. She is the adjunct professor in Nutritional Science at Touro College. Furthermore, Tamar is the author of Cancer Diet for the Newly Diagnosed: An Integrative Guide and Cookbook for Treatment and Recovery. Argavan and Tamar discuss the role that nutrition plays in cancer, how to manage the side effects of breast cancer treatment and challenges during the post-recovery phases, common myths debunked and much more! A not-to-be missed episode! false full ef9bb932-7bef-4556-aef7-f60c7825ffd9 Episode 94- Humans of San Quentin Mentioned in this Episode:

 

ACEs (Acute Childhood Experiences

 

Stories of Life Inside

 

Featured artists

 

Poetry

 

Donate here

 

 

Mentioned in this Episode:

 

ACEs (Acute Childhood Experiences

 

Stories of Life Inside

 

Featured artists

 

Poetry

 

Donate here

 

 

For more on Diane Kahn, you can follow her on Instagram @humansofsanquentin, on Facebook: Humans of San Quentin page, on Reddit @humansofsanquentin, on TikTok @humansofsanquentin, on LinkedIn @DianeKahn and through her website https://humansofsanquentin.org/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

 

 

 

]]> Fri, 6 Jan 2023 18:00:00 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-94-humans-of-san-quentin-btbwiuhk Mentioned in this Episode:

 

ACEs (Acute Childhood Experiences

 

Stories of Life Inside

 

Featured artists

 

Poetry

 

Donate here

 

 

Mentioned in this Episode:

 

ACEs (Acute Childhood Experiences

 

Stories of Life Inside

 

Featured artists

 

Poetry

 

Donate here

 

 

For more on Diane Kahn, you can follow her on Instagram @humansofsanquentin, on Facebook: Humans of San Quentin page, on Reddit @humansofsanquentin, on TikTok @humansofsanquentin, on LinkedIn @DianeKahn and through her website https://humansofsanquentin.org/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

 

 

 

]]> Episode 94- Humans of San Quentin Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:42:13 Diane Kahn is the Executive Director of the Humans of San Quentin, a non-profit project that collects and posts real stories shared by people currently incarcerated in prisons throughout. Humans of San Quentin aims to “…bring awareness and build connections ... to give voice to the unheard by sharing daily life inside prison…to educate and build compassion by sharing the lives of the humans living behind bars”. Diane holds a Master of Education from the University of San Francisco, and has worked as a social justice advocate and teacher at San Quentin, helping incarcerated men to attain their high school diploma. She launched Humans of San Quentin in 2019 On this heartfelt episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan and Diane discuss her passion to share the voice of the most deeply wounded people in society, how she was inspired by the Humans of New York stories and her incredible team of people and what makes their collaboration a successful one. Tune in now! Diane Kahn is the Executive Director of the Humans of San Quentin, a non-profit project that collects and posts real stories shared by people currently incarcerated in prisons throughout. Humans of San Quentin aims to “…bring awareness and build connections ... to give voice to the unheard by sharing daily life inside prison…to educate and build compassion by sharing the lives of the humans living behind bars”. Diane holds a Master of Education from the University of San Francisco, and has worked as a social justice advocate and teacher at San Quentin, helping incarcerated men to attain their high school diploma. She launched Humans of San Quentin in 2019 On this heartfelt episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan and Diane discuss her passion to share the voice of the most deeply wounded people in society, how she was inspired by the Humans of New York stories and her incredible team of people and what makes their collaboration a successful one. Tune in now! false full d29b7d19-1e5b-42fd-adba-f5a22bcf0778 Episode 93- HerStory with Dr. Shirin Ebadi For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Fri, 6 Jan 2023 05:58:23 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-93-herstory-with-dr-shirin-ebadi-KrDSUJrH For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 93- HerStory with Dr. Shirin Ebadi Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:25:02 An exclusive interview with the fearless, extraordinary and remarkable advocate of human rights, Dr. Shirin Ebadi. Argavan and Dr. Ebadi discuss the history of Iranian women, Dr. Ebadi’s experience as a defender of human rights, her dedication to the protection of women and children and her outlook for her beloved Iran. An absolute not-to-be-missed episode! An exclusive interview with the fearless, extraordinary and remarkable advocate of human rights, Dr. Shirin Ebadi. Argavan and Dr. Ebadi discuss the history of Iranian women, Dr. Ebadi’s experience as a defender of human rights, her dedication to the protection of women and children and her outlook for her beloved Iran. An absolute not-to-be-missed episode! false full d6bbc4ba-c9b0-4152-8b7f-9cc5300c1883 Episode 92- My Reflections of 2022 For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Tue, 27 Dec 2022 20:57:54 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-92-my-reflections-of-2022-kBjW_jL1 For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 92- My Reflections of 2022 Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:06:41 As we approach the end of 2022, I am sharing some of my reflections of this past year. There is power in reflection, because reflection shifts mood and mindset and creates space for setting intentions. I encourage you all to take time to think about your year-end reflections to prepare for the new year. Happy holidays and cheers to a healthy and happy 2023! As we approach the end of 2022, I am sharing some of my reflections of this past year. There is power in reflection, because reflection shifts mood and mindset and creates space for setting intentions. I encourage you all to take time to think about your year-end reflections to prepare for the new year. Happy holidays and cheers to a healthy and happy 2023! false full 4f039585-b5bb-4fa0-bb24-0523b90b9290 Episode 91- Getting to Know Your Inner Child Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience (Harper Perennial Modern Classics) 

https://a.co/d/jb9Yhju

 

5-Day Inner Child Challenge with Tallia Deljou

https://view.flodesk.com/pages/629e12a43601c286f9329fb5

 

 

For more on Tallia Deljou, you can follow her on Instagram @talliadeljou and through her website https://talliadeljou.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Fri, 16 Dec 2022 06:26:43 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/getting-to-know-your-inner-child-zrp3sgzi Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience (Harper Perennial Modern Classics) 

https://a.co/d/jb9Yhju

 

5-Day Inner Child Challenge with Tallia Deljou

https://view.flodesk.com/pages/629e12a43601c286f9329fb5

 

 

For more on Tallia Deljou, you can follow her on Instagram @talliadeljou and through her website https://talliadeljou.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Episode 91- Getting to Know Your Inner Child Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:46:41 The power of the mindset- it can either help us soar or hold us back. However, self-awareness starts with knowing your inner child. On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Tallia Deljou, a positive psychology expert and life coach with a focus on self-discovery, self-healing and self-leadership. Tallia obtained her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from American University and a Master’s Degree in Positive Organizational Psychology from Claremont Graduate University, She holds certifications in Stress Reduction, Transformational Coaching and Living and Internal Family Systems. Argavan and Tallia discuss what Inner Child means and how it plays out in all aspects of our lives, the importance of the 5 core pillars that lead to a high quality of life and ways we can begin to heal our inner child in order lead a more fulfilled and whole life. Don’t’ miss it! The power of the mindset- it can either help us soar or hold us back. However, self-awareness starts with knowing your inner child. On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Tallia Deljou, a positive psychology expert and life coach with a focus on self-discovery, self-healing and self-leadership. Tallia obtained her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from American University and a Master’s Degree in Positive Organizational Psychology from Claremont Graduate University, She holds certifications in Stress Reduction, Transformational Coaching and Living and Internal Family Systems. Argavan and Tallia discuss what Inner Child means and how it plays out in all aspects of our lives, the importance of the 5 core pillars that lead to a high quality of life and ways we can begin to heal our inner child in order lead a more fulfilled and whole life. Don’t’ miss it! false full 81b11a9e-831b-4574-9a98-d74ed2fde4f4 Episode 90- Chronicling Trauma, Human Resilience and Grief Recovery Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Production company and more about Eric and his projects.

 

unMASKing HOPE 

-           www.unmaskinghopethemovie.com – 

 

TikTok
https://www.tiktok.com/@ericchristiansen08

 

Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/unmaskinghope/

Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/unmaskinghope

 

 

For more on Eric Christiansen, you can follow him on Instagram @unmaskinghope, on Facebook: Unmasking Hope page, on TikTok @erichchristiansen08 and through his website www.ecproductions.com.

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Tue, 22 Nov 2022 16:04:13 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-90-chronicling-trauma-human-resilience-and-grief-recovery-RGWpjVQr Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Production company and more about Eric and his projects.

 

unMASKing HOPE 

-           www.unmaskinghopethemovie.com – 

 

TikTok
https://www.tiktok.com/@ericchristiansen08

 

Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/unmaskinghope/

Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/unmaskinghope

 

 

For more on Eric Christiansen, you can follow him on Instagram @unmaskinghope, on Facebook: Unmasking Hope page, on TikTok @erichchristiansen08 and through his website www.ecproductions.com.

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Episode 90- Chronicling Trauma, Human Resilience and Grief Recovery Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:35:47 It is always a powerful episode when Eric Christiansen is on the podcast! Eric is a director, producer, editor and filmmaker extraordinaire. After experiencing a life altering event, followed by years of alcohol and drugs to cope, Eric turned to the power of storytelling and story making to deliver messages of hope and resilience. Eric was on Episode # 39 of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast. Today he is here to discuss his latest film, Unmasking Hope. “The best way out is always through”- Robert Frost Argavan and Eric discuss the stand out moments, lessons and/or takeaway messages from each of his past films, his recent film titled, UnMASKing Hope, that is not yet available to the public and all of the ways Eric gives back to the community including his role as an Ambassador for Give An Hour (GAH). An absolute must listen episode! It is always a powerful episode when Eric Christiansen is on the podcast! Eric is a director, producer, editor and filmmaker extraordinaire. After experiencing a life altering event, followed by years of alcohol and drugs to cope, Eric turned to the power of storytelling and story making to deliver messages of hope and resilience. Eric was on Episode # 39 of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast. Today he is here to discuss his latest film, Unmasking Hope. “The best way out is always through”- Robert Frost Argavan and Eric discuss the stand out moments, lessons and/or takeaway messages from each of his past films, his recent film titled, UnMASKing Hope, that is not yet available to the public and all of the ways Eric gives back to the community including his role as an Ambassador for Give An Hour (GAH). An absolute must listen episode! false full 783cf4f9-ea60-429d-b5e4-b06f332a6ad2 Episode 89- Diversity and Inclusion in Healthcare Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Juliette’s Blog

  • https://www.thehealthequitynp.com/blog

 

 

For more on Juliette, you can follow her on Instagram @healthequitynp, on Facebook: Health Equity NP page, LinkedIn @HealthEquityNp and through her website https://www.thehealthequitynp.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Mon, 21 Nov 2022 02:04:21 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-89-diversity-and-inclusion-in-healthcare-chKMLdMt Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Juliette’s Blog

  • https://www.thehealthequitynp.com/blog

 

 

For more on Juliette, you can follow her on Instagram @healthequitynp, on Facebook: Health Equity NP page, LinkedIn @HealthEquityNp and through her website https://www.thehealthequitynp.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 89- Diversity and Inclusion in Healthcare Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:41:54 On this special episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Juliette Blount, an Adult Nurse Practitioner in New York City where she provides Primary and Women’s Healthcare to diverse patient populations. Juliette holds a Bachelors’ Degree from Howard University, a Master’s Degree in Nursing and Adult Nurse Practitioner Certification from Hunter College of the City University of New York, and she is an Alumna of the Duke-Johnson & Johnson Nurse Leadership Program. Juliette has 30 years of clinical experience in healthcare, has been recognized with awards for Customer Service, Leadership, and Clinical Excellence, is active in her local Nurse Practitioner professional organization, and volunteers in her community by educating the public about becoming empowered healthcare consumers. Argavan and Juliette discuss why social justice matters and the difference between equality and equity, the role of race and ethnicity in healthcare and how we can all manage implicit bias in our interactions with people. Don’t miss it! On this special episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Juliette Blount, an Adult Nurse Practitioner in New York City where she provides Primary and Women’s Healthcare to diverse patient populations. Juliette holds a Bachelors’ Degree from Howard University, a Master’s Degree in Nursing and Adult Nurse Practitioner Certification from Hunter College of the City University of New York, and she is an Alumna of the Duke-Johnson & Johnson Nurse Leadership Program. Juliette has 30 years of clinical experience in healthcare, has been recognized with awards for Customer Service, Leadership, and Clinical Excellence, is active in her local Nurse Practitioner professional organization, and volunteers in her community by educating the public about becoming empowered healthcare consumers. Argavan and Juliette discuss why social justice matters and the difference between equality and equity, the role of race and ethnicity in healthcare and how we can all manage implicit bias in our interactions with people. Don’t miss it! false full 2cdaf54d-2003-4005-babb-f09e10b1f1cf Episode 88- An In-Depth Conversation About Eating Disorders Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Baby Steps Nutrition Instagram Live with Arin 

  • https://www.instagram.com/p/CkMBDx3hQh9/?hl=en

 

For more on Arin Bass, you can find her on https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/arin-bass-corte-madera-ca/130325 and through her website https://www.arinbassmft.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Fri, 18 Nov 2022 02:25:03 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-88-an-in-depth-conversation-about-eating-disorders-GCo1Ugiz Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Baby Steps Nutrition Instagram Live with Arin 

  • https://www.instagram.com/p/CkMBDx3hQh9/?hl=en

 

For more on Arin Bass, you can find her on https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/arin-bass-corte-madera-ca/130325 and through her website https://www.arinbassmft.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Episode 88- An In-Depth Conversation About Eating Disorders Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:46:59 According to the National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders, nearly 30 million Americans have an eating disorder, and less than 6% of these people are actually medically diagnosed as “underweight.” There is a lot of stigma around the physical and mental health impact of an eating disorder. To create safe spaces to have honest conversations, in-depth knowledge and compassion are key. On this warmhearted episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan talks with Arin Bass, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Northern California. Her focus is on eating disorders, body image issues, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, family conflict and stress around life transitions. In her words, “when we empower ourselves by helping ourselves, we begin to feel the possibility of change”. According to the National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders, nearly 30 million Americans have an eating disorder, and less than 6% of these people are actually medically diagnosed as “underweight.” There is a lot of stigma around the physical and mental health impact of an eating disorder. To create safe spaces to have honest conversations, in-depth knowledge and compassion are key. On this warmhearted episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan talks with Arin Bass, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Northern California. Her focus is on eating disorders, body image issues, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, family conflict and stress around life transitions. In her words, “when we empower ourselves by helping ourselves, we begin to feel the possibility of change”. false full 3f5cb97e-2913-49bc-b9bb-523343c9dfaa Episode 87- Helping Children Cope After a Traumatic Event For more on Dr. Gold, you may find him on LinkedIn @AllanGold. 

 

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]]> Sat, 29 Oct 2022 04:07:19 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-87-helping-children-cope-after-a-traumatic-event-IFFdXvt7 For more on Dr. Gold, you may find him on LinkedIn @AllanGold. 

 

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]]> Episode 87- Helping Children Cope After a Traumatic Event Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:32:46 Dr. Allan Gold is a school psychologist for the Reed Union School District in Tiburon, California for almost 46 years. He has worked with many generations of children including Baby Boomers, Generation Xs, Millenials and Gen Zs. Dr. Gold graduated with a Ph.D in Educational Psychology from the University of California, Berkeley in 1978. Dr. Gold was a guest on Episode 23 of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast discussing how childhood has changed over the decades.Today, we are talking about helping children cope after a traumatic event. On this important episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan and Dr. Gold discuss the types of traumatic events he supports families through; how younger and older children cope with stressful and anxiety-provoking situations and when it warrants professional support; and helpful and impactful strategies and resources for caregivers. Dr. Allan Gold is a school psychologist for the Reed Union School District in Tiburon, California for almost 46 years. He has worked with many generations of children including Baby Boomers, Generation Xs, Millenials and Gen Zs. Dr. Gold graduated with a Ph.D in Educational Psychology from the University of California, Berkeley in 1978. Dr. Gold was a guest on Episode 23 of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast discussing how childhood has changed over the decades.Today, we are talking about helping children cope after a traumatic event. On this important episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan and Dr. Gold discuss the types of traumatic events he supports families through; how younger and older children cope with stressful and anxiety-provoking situations and when it warrants professional support; and helpful and impactful strategies and resources for caregivers. false full 3ca6a280-da2e-4530-b5de-9cb9e6988b59 Episode 86- Caring for the Premature Infant: A Neonatologist’s Perspective Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Resources for Parents- Prolacta Bioscience

 

Parent Support Groups for Babies in the NICU and after discharge

 

Parent Associations

 

Study: An overview of adult health outcomes after preterm birth; Early Hum Dev. 2020 Nov; 150: 105187

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7480736/

 

 

For more on Dr. Elliott, you can follow her on LinkedIn @MelindaElliott and through the website https://www.prolacta.com/en/.

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Thu, 27 Oct 2022 05:17:09 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-86-caring-for-the-premature-infant-a-neonatologists-perspective-fUU5XNcr Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Resources for Parents- Prolacta Bioscience

 

Parent Support Groups for Babies in the NICU and after discharge

 

Parent Associations

 

Study: An overview of adult health outcomes after preterm birth; Early Hum Dev. 2020 Nov; 150: 105187

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7480736/

 

 

For more on Dr. Elliott, you can follow her on LinkedIn @MelindaElliott and through the website https://www.prolacta.com/en/.

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 86- Caring for the Premature Infant: A Neonatologist’s Perspective Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:40:03 November is National Prematurity Awareness Month. According to the CDC, about 1 in 10 babies are born preterm, or before completing the normal 37 to 40 weeks of pregnancy- this is about 400,000 babies born preterm each year in the United States. On this fascinating episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Dr. Melinda Elliott, a Board-Certified neonatologist and researcher in neonatal intensive care, who has committed her 30+-year career to the care of vulnerable, premature infants and published groundbreaking research on the benefits of an exclusive human milk diet for premature infants in the NICU. She is also Chief Medical Officer for Prolacta Bioscience. Argavan and Dr. Elliott discuss the role that nutrition plays in a premature baby born low weight or extremely low weight, the medical challenges that babies in the NICU face and how best to support caregivers to ensure optimal care, helpful resources for families in the first year or two after discharge and much more! You don’t want to miss this one! November is National Prematurity Awareness Month. According to the CDC, about 1 in 10 babies are born preterm, or before completing the normal 37 to 40 weeks of pregnancy- this is about 400,000 babies born preterm each year in the United States. On this fascinating episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Dr. Melinda Elliott, a Board-Certified neonatologist and researcher in neonatal intensive care, who has committed her 30+-year career to the care of vulnerable, premature infants and published groundbreaking research on the benefits of an exclusive human milk diet for premature infants in the NICU. She is also Chief Medical Officer for Prolacta Bioscience. Argavan and Dr. Elliott discuss the role that nutrition plays in a premature baby born low weight or extremely low weight, the medical challenges that babies in the NICU face and how best to support caregivers to ensure optimal care, helpful resources for families in the first year or two after discharge and much more! You don’t want to miss this one! false full 8afc16e8-ed70-410e-9c81-dc39a6fbfaec Episode 85- Practical Nutrition with a Cultured Twist  

Mentioned in this Episode:

 

What Is Race & Why Does It Matter? Implicit Bias in Primary Care Medicine by Juliette Blount, MSN, NP

 

Maya Feller’s Cookbook: Eating From Our Roots (available for preorder)

  • https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/678507/eating-from-our-roots-by-maya-feller-ms-rd-cdn/

 

For more on Maya Feller, you can follow her on Instagram @mayafellerrd and through her website https://mayafellernutrition.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Wed, 19 Oct 2022 23:42:40 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-85-practical-nutrition-with-a-cultured-twist-h44_Jmhe  

Mentioned in this Episode:

 

What Is Race & Why Does It Matter? Implicit Bias in Primary Care Medicine by Juliette Blount, MSN, NP

 

Maya Feller’s Cookbook: Eating From Our Roots (available for preorder)

  • https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/678507/eating-from-our-roots-by-maya-feller-ms-rd-cdn/

 

For more on Maya Feller, you can follow her on Instagram @mayafellerrd and through her website https://mayafellernutrition.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Episode 85- Practical Nutrition with a Cultured Twist Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:54:01 Seventy percent of chronic illnesses are linked to nutrition. How do we promote nutrition education while addressing social determinants of health? Rather than a top down hierarchal lens, let’s look at people through the lens of cultural humility; in other words, their lived experiences. On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Maya Feller, a registered dietitian nutritionist and founder of Maya Feller Nutrition, a private practice specializing in nutrition for chronic disease prevention. Maya is a nationally recognized nutrition expert and recently launched her cookbook titled, Eating From Our Roots! Argavan and Maya discuss the key factors contributing to the rising rates of chronic disease and how to make health education more impactful, her newly released cookbook and lessons learned along the way, her latest farm tour and what she learned about the farming industry and so much more! Don’t miss it! Seventy percent of chronic illnesses are linked to nutrition. How do we promote nutrition education while addressing social determinants of health? Rather than a top down hierarchal lens, let’s look at people through the lens of cultural humility; in other words, their lived experiences. On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Maya Feller, a registered dietitian nutritionist and founder of Maya Feller Nutrition, a private practice specializing in nutrition for chronic disease prevention. Maya is a nationally recognized nutrition expert and recently launched her cookbook titled, Eating From Our Roots! Argavan and Maya discuss the key factors contributing to the rising rates of chronic disease and how to make health education more impactful, her newly released cookbook and lessons learned along the way, her latest farm tour and what she learned about the farming industry and so much more! Don’t miss it! false full df999c9d-edab-4e9a-86c8-17cea1a3bd30 Episode 84- Beyond "Healthy Eating"- The Key Nutrients Kids Need For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Tue, 11 Oct 2022 17:43:56 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-84-beyond-healthy-eating-the-key-nutrients-kids-need-81r8Jt4m For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on YouTube: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 84- Beyond "Healthy Eating"- The Key Nutrients Kids Need Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:06:50 We’ve heard it time and time again. Our kids need to eat healthy in order to be healthy. As nutrition professionals, we talk about the rainbow diet, eating a variety, of food, emphasizing fruits, vegetables, and other food groups. Our kids are growing at a rapid rate. That means they need to have an optimal amount of certain micronutrients in order to grow well. These key nutrients are: zinc, iron, calcium, Vitamin D, essential fatty acids (ie DHA), B vitamins, potassium and fiber. On this solo episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan discusses the most common nutritional deficiencies in children, the importance of the key nutrients to maintain optimal growth and development and the role of the major food groups in a child’s diet. Tune in to this brief yet informative episode! We’ve heard it time and time again. Our kids need to eat healthy in order to be healthy. As nutrition professionals, we talk about the rainbow diet, eating a variety, of food, emphasizing fruits, vegetables, and other food groups. Our kids are growing at a rapid rate. That means they need to have an optimal amount of certain micronutrients in order to grow well. These key nutrients are: zinc, iron, calcium, Vitamin D, essential fatty acids (ie DHA), B vitamins, potassium and fiber. On this solo episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan discusses the most common nutritional deficiencies in children, the importance of the key nutrients to maintain optimal growth and development and the role of the major food groups in a child’s diet. Tune in to this brief yet informative episode! false full 8442fcf6-3730-4ab4-ae1f-087328996159 Episode 83- Social Media and Teens Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Article: Facebooks Knows Instagram Is Toxic for Teen Girls, Company Documents Show 

  • https://www.wsj.com/articles/facebook-knows-instagram-is-toxic-for-teen-girls-company-documents-show-11631620739

 

Pew Research: Teens, Social Media and Technology 2022

 

Mayo Clinic: Teens and Social Media- What’s the Impact?

  • https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/tween-and-teen-health/in-depth/teens-and-social-media-use/art-20474437

 

Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast Episode #74: Teens and Substance Abuse with Richard Capriola

 

For more on Richard Capriola, you can follow him  through his website https://helptheaddictedchild.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Thu, 29 Sep 2022 16:00:00 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-83-social-media-and-teens-6GfyNe3l Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Article: Facebooks Knows Instagram Is Toxic for Teen Girls, Company Documents Show 

  • https://www.wsj.com/articles/facebook-knows-instagram-is-toxic-for-teen-girls-company-documents-show-11631620739

 

Pew Research: Teens, Social Media and Technology 2022

 

Mayo Clinic: Teens and Social Media- What’s the Impact?

  • https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/tween-and-teen-health/in-depth/teens-and-social-media-use/art-20474437

 

Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast Episode #74: Teens and Substance Abuse with Richard Capriola

 

For more on Richard Capriola, you can follow him  through his website https://helptheaddictedchild.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 83- Social Media and Teens Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:31:05 When we think about teens and social media, what comes to mind? Constant distractions and short attention spans, frequent miscommunications and misunderstandings and increased rates of anxiety and depression. Is social media all bad? Can we, as caregivers, teach our kids to be mindful around technology use? On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan interviews Richard Capriola, a seasoned mental health and addictions counseler for over two decades, having worked with adolescents and adults diagnosed with psychiatric and substance abuse disorders. He is the author of, The Addicted Child: A Parent’s Guide to Adolescent Substance Abuse”. Richard was on the podcast earlier discussing teen substance use, episode 74, today he is here to talk about teens and social media. Argavan and Richard discuss the most popular social media platforms that teenagers use, what the latest research reveals about teens’ social media habits and associated impact and age-appropriate tips and strategies for caregivers to keep their children safe online. When we think about teens and social media, what comes to mind? Constant distractions and short attention spans, frequent miscommunications and misunderstandings and increased rates of anxiety and depression. Is social media all bad? Can we, as caregivers, teach our kids to be mindful around technology use? On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan interviews Richard Capriola, a seasoned mental health and addictions counseler for over two decades, having worked with adolescents and adults diagnosed with psychiatric and substance abuse disorders. He is the author of, The Addicted Child: A Parent’s Guide to Adolescent Substance Abuse”. Richard was on the podcast earlier discussing teen substance use, episode 74, today he is here to talk about teens and social media. Argavan and Richard discuss the most popular social media platforms that teenagers use, what the latest research reveals about teens’ social media habits and associated impact and age-appropriate tips and strategies for caregivers to keep their children safe online. false full 9e4c0a68-75c5-4fd1-aab2-8b8e3e2be76c Episode 82- Combatting Childhood and Adolescent Obesity with Nutrition Nanny® Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Nutrition Nanny Journal

 

NutriBlocks Guidance

 

Harvard study on trending obesity rates in children

 

 

For more on Deirdre Pizzoferrato, you can follow her on Instagram @nutritionnanny1, on Facebook: Nutrition Nanny page and through her website https://nutritionnanny.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Thu, 22 Sep 2022 19:42:59 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-81-combatting-childhood-and-adolescent-obesity-with-nutrition-nanny-UBRaqse_ Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Nutrition Nanny Journal

 

NutriBlocks Guidance

 

Harvard study on trending obesity rates in children

 

 

For more on Deirdre Pizzoferrato, you can follow her on Instagram @nutritionnanny1, on Facebook: Nutrition Nanny page and through her website https://nutritionnanny.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 82- Combatting Childhood and Adolescent Obesity with Nutrition Nanny® Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:48:06 Deirdre Pizzoferrato is a registered dietitian and licensed nutritionist, and founder of Nutrition Nanny, a solutions-driven platform dedicated to empowering caregivers and pediatric providers to combat childhood and adolescent obesity. Her previous experience includes being a Medical Advisory Member and Director of Protocol Innovation for Ideal Protein and the director and owner of The Ideal Way Weight Loss Center in Massachusetts. Deirdre graduated magna cum laude from Saint Joseph University with a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition Sciences and holds certifications in Training Adult and Child/Adolescent Weight Management. Deirdre is mom to 3 almost grown children. On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan and Deirdre discuss the factors that are contributing to the alarming rates of childhood obesity, how parents can model healthy behaviors, the science behind our preference for processed foods and much much more! Deirdre Pizzoferrato is a registered dietitian and licensed nutritionist, and founder of Nutrition Nanny, a solutions-driven platform dedicated to empowering caregivers and pediatric providers to combat childhood and adolescent obesity. Her previous experience includes being a Medical Advisory Member and Director of Protocol Innovation for Ideal Protein and the director and owner of The Ideal Way Weight Loss Center in Massachusetts. Deirdre graduated magna cum laude from Saint Joseph University with a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition Sciences and holds certifications in Training Adult and Child/Adolescent Weight Management. Deirdre is mom to 3 almost grown children. On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan and Deirdre discuss the factors that are contributing to the alarming rates of childhood obesity, how parents can model healthy behaviors, the science behind our preference for processed foods and much much more! false full 6330dcc3-8cc5-4c4b-b01b-a263cafd81a9 Episode 81- Supporting Children with ADHD and Their Families Mentioned in this Episode:

 

ADHD Kids Can Thrive Podcast

 

 

ADHD Kids Can Thrive Blog

 

ADHD Kids Can Thrive on YouTube

 

 

For more on Kate Brownfield, you can follow her on Instagram @adhdkidscanthrive, on LinkedIn @KateWedlock-Brownfield and through her website https://www.adhdkidscanthrive.com/.

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Thu, 22 Sep 2022 00:09:30 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-81-supporting-children-with-adhd-and-their-families-sn2d1R1M Mentioned in this Episode:

 

ADHD Kids Can Thrive Podcast

 

 

ADHD Kids Can Thrive Blog

 

ADHD Kids Can Thrive on YouTube

 

 

For more on Kate Brownfield, you can follow her on Instagram @adhdkidscanthrive, on LinkedIn @KateWedlock-Brownfield and through her website https://www.adhdkidscanthrive.com/.

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 81- Supporting Children with ADHD and Their Families Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:35:51 Disclaimer: it’s important to do your own research, speak to your healthcare provider, and make decisions that are best for you and your family. This is for informational purposes only, and should not be taken as medical advice. ADHD is one of the most prevalent neurodevelopmental disorders of childhood and lasts into adulthood. As many experts would say, ADHD is very often misunderstood. On this special episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Kate Brownfield, an ADHD Parent Advocate and creator of ADHDKidsCanThrive.com. Through her personal journey of raising a child with ADHD, she wrote a book titled, How We Roll, to help educate and empower other families. Kate is also host of The ADHD Kids Can Thrive Podcast, where she interviews experienced advocates, parents and experts to share stories and insights Argavan and Kate discuss the criteria for an ADHD diagnosis and how it differs from other similar conditions, why we are seeing the rates and trend in diagnoses over the past few decades and helpful tools and strategies for caregivers to manage daily life with a child with ADHD. Disclaimer: it’s important to do your own research, speak to your healthcare provider, and make decisions that are best for you and your family. This is for informational purposes only, and should not be taken as medical advice. ADHD is one of the most prevalent neurodevelopmental disorders of childhood and lasts into adulthood. As many experts would say, ADHD is very often misunderstood. On this special episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Kate Brownfield, an ADHD Parent Advocate and creator of ADHDKidsCanThrive.com. Through her personal journey of raising a child with ADHD, she wrote a book titled, How We Roll, to help educate and empower other families. Kate is also host of The ADHD Kids Can Thrive Podcast, where she interviews experienced advocates, parents and experts to share stories and insights Argavan and Kate discuss the criteria for an ADHD diagnosis and how it differs from other similar conditions, why we are seeing the rates and trend in diagnoses over the past few decades and helpful tools and strategies for caregivers to manage daily life with a child with ADHD. false full caec8d5b-1418-4d08-9585-8c54dc598a14 Episode 80- Raising Children with Confidence and Resilience Mentioned in this Episode:

 

The Orchid and the Dandelion TED talk- Dr. W. Thomas Boyce

  • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g_vcWB43W7Y

 

 

SpeechKids Podcast

 

 

For more on Gabriele Nicolet, you can follow her on LinkedIn @GabrieleNicolet and through her websites https://www.speechkids.com/ and https://www.raisingorchidkids.com/.

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

 

 

]]> Sun, 18 Sep 2022 00:28:26 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-80-raising-children-with-confidence-and-resilience-LfElo3UW Mentioned in this Episode:

 

The Orchid and the Dandelion TED talk- Dr. W. Thomas Boyce

  • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g_vcWB43W7Y

 

 

SpeechKids Podcast

 

 

For more on Gabriele Nicolet, you can follow her on LinkedIn @GabrieleNicolet and through her websites https://www.speechkids.com/ and https://www.raisingorchidkids.com/.

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

 

 

]]> Episode 80- Raising Children with Confidence and Resilience Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:45:00 Argavan speaks with Gabriele Nicolet, a speech-language pathologist with over 2 decades of experience working with families and children with speech and language difficulties and special needs. She is the executive director and owner of SpeechKids, where she offers coaching for caregivers to unlock the secrets of communication with their frustrated kids. Gabriele is also a parent coach and educator at Raisiing Orchard Kids, where she offers support for parents who are raising challenging and/or neurodiverse children. Gabriele received her Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of Maryland, College Park. Gabriele is the former Chair of the District of Columbia Board of Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology. She is licensed in DC, Maryland, and Virginia, and is a member of the American Hearing and Speech Association (ASHA). Gabriele appeared on the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, episode 76, discussing speech and early childhood development. Argavan and Gabriele discuss how Orchid Kids differ from Dandelions, how caregivers can best support their Orchid child with lifestyle factors, how to foster deeper connection with our children and essential skills and go-to strategies for all parents to raise well-balanced, confident and resilient children. A not to be missed episode! Argavan speaks with Gabriele Nicolet, a speech-language pathologist with over 2 decades of experience working with families and children with speech and language difficulties and special needs. She is the executive director and owner of SpeechKids, where she offers coaching for caregivers to unlock the secrets of communication with their frustrated kids. Gabriele is also a parent coach and educator at Raisiing Orchard Kids, where she offers support for parents who are raising challenging and/or neurodiverse children. Gabriele received her Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of Maryland, College Park. Gabriele is the former Chair of the District of Columbia Board of Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology. She is licensed in DC, Maryland, and Virginia, and is a member of the American Hearing and Speech Association (ASHA). Gabriele appeared on the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, episode 76, discussing speech and early childhood development. Argavan and Gabriele discuss how Orchid Kids differ from Dandelions, how caregivers can best support their Orchid child with lifestyle factors, how to foster deeper connection with our children and essential skills and go-to strategies for all parents to raise well-balanced, confident and resilient children. A not to be missed episode! false full de6a6a8f-8da7-4f9e-bf6d-a5c1f081673a Episode 79- Up Close and Personal with Dr. Marion Nestle  

Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Food Politics Blog

  • https://www.foodpolitics.com/

 

Dietary Guidelines for Americans

 

White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition & Health

  • https://health.gov/our-work/nutrition-physical-activity/white-house-conference-hunger-nutrition-and-health

 

Slow Cooked: An Unexpected Life in Food Politics by Marion Nestle**

 

** ORDER ONLINE AND SAVE 30%; Use source code 21W2240 at checkout 

 

 

For more on Dr. Nestle, you can follow her on Twitter @marionnestle and through her website https://www.foodpolitics.com/about/.

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her websitewww.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Wed, 31 Aug 2022 00:11:29 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-79-up-close-and-personal-with-dr-marion-nestle-NTM0Wa23  

Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Food Politics Blog

  • https://www.foodpolitics.com/

 

Dietary Guidelines for Americans

 

White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition & Health

  • https://health.gov/our-work/nutrition-physical-activity/white-house-conference-hunger-nutrition-and-health

 

Slow Cooked: An Unexpected Life in Food Politics by Marion Nestle**

 

** ORDER ONLINE AND SAVE 30%; Use source code 21W2240 at checkout 

 

 

For more on Dr. Nestle, you can follow her on Twitter @marionnestle and through her website https://www.foodpolitics.com/about/.

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her websitewww.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Episode 79- Up Close and Personal with Dr. Marion Nestle Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:40:41 Dr. Marion Nestle is the Paulette Goddard Professor of Nutrition, Food Studies, and Public Health, at New York University. She earned a Ph.D. in molecular biology and an M.P.H. in public health nutrition from the University of California, Berkeley, and has been awarded honorary degrees from Transylvania University in Kentucky (2012) and from the City University of New York’s Macaulay Honors College (2016). Dr. Nestle’s research examines scientific and socioeconomic influences on food choice, obesity, and food safety, with an emphasis on the role of food industry influence. Furthermore, she is the author of several prize-winning books, including Food Politics: How the Food Industry Influences Nutrition and Health, and most recently her memoir, Slow Cooked: An Unexpected Life in Food Politics. On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Dr. Marion Nestle about her new memoir and its highlights; her thoughts on the National School Lunch Program; and the conflicted interests in the food industry and what we can do, as consumers, to make the best choices for ourselves and our families. Don’t miss this absolutely important conversation! Dr. Marion Nestle is the Paulette Goddard Professor of Nutrition, Food Studies, and Public Health, at New York University. She earned a Ph.D. in molecular biology and an M.P.H. in public health nutrition from the University of California, Berkeley, and has been awarded honorary degrees from Transylvania University in Kentucky (2012) and from the City University of New York’s Macaulay Honors College (2016). Dr. Nestle’s research examines scientific and socioeconomic influences on food choice, obesity, and food safety, with an emphasis on the role of food industry influence. Furthermore, she is the author of several prize-winning books, including Food Politics: How the Food Industry Influences Nutrition and Health, and most recently her memoir, Slow Cooked: An Unexpected Life in Food Politics. On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Dr. Marion Nestle about her new memoir and its highlights; her thoughts on the National School Lunch Program; and the conflicted interests in the food industry and what we can do, as consumers, to make the best choices for ourselves and our families. Don’t miss this absolutely important conversation! false full 937b5f78-7fc0-4cd2-bed8-db637bb49c6d Episode 78- Healthy Kids Happy Kids with Dr. Elisa Song Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Healthy Kids Happy Kids Blog

 

Well Section- The New York Times

 

A Potential Decline in Life Expectancy in the United States in the 21st Century- New England Journal of Medicine article, March 17, 005

 

 

 

For more on Dr. Song, you can follow her on Instagram @healthykids_happykids, on Facebook: Healthy Kids Happy Kids page and through her website https://healthykidshappykids.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Wed, 24 Aug 2022 23:44:31 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-78-healthy-kids-happy-kids-with-dr-elisa-song-BKNyz9nj Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Healthy Kids Happy Kids Blog

 

Well Section- The New York Times

 

A Potential Decline in Life Expectancy in the United States in the 21st Century- New England Journal of Medicine article, March 17, 005

 

 

 

For more on Dr. Song, you can follow her on Instagram @healthykids_happykids, on Facebook: Healthy Kids Happy Kids page and through her website https://healthykidshappykids.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 78- Healthy Kids Happy Kids with Dr. Elisa Song Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 01:11:09 Disclaimer: it’s important to do your own research, speak to your healthcare provider, and make decisions that are best for you and your family. This is for informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Trying to access trusted kids’ health advice can seem daunting and overall defeating. We, parents, have the best intentions for our children yet we are bombarded with fear-based messaging that cause unnecessary stress rather than feelings of empowerment and optimism. On this very special episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Dr. Elisa Song, a Stanford, NYU and UCSF-trained holistic pediatrician who founded Whole Family Wellness in California, one of the first and most highly regarded holistic pediatric practices in the country as well as Healthy Kids Happy Kids, an online resource for trusted holistic pediatric advice. Dr. Song incorporates conventional pediatrics with functional medicine, holistic nutrition, homeopathy, acupuncture and much more. Argavan and Dr. Song discuss why integrative medicine is the gold standard of care, the health issues that were exacerbated during the pandemic and beyond, how to access credible and helpful health information and diving deep into autoimmunity and chronic illness. An absolute must listen for everyone! Disclaimer: it’s important to do your own research, speak to your healthcare provider, and make decisions that are best for you and your family. This is for informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Trying to access trusted kids’ health advice can seem daunting and overall defeating. We, parents, have the best intentions for our children yet we are bombarded with fear-based messaging that cause unnecessary stress rather than feelings of empowerment and optimism. On this very special episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Dr. Elisa Song, a Stanford, NYU and UCSF-trained holistic pediatrician who founded Whole Family Wellness in California, one of the first and most highly regarded holistic pediatric practices in the country as well as Healthy Kids Happy Kids, an online resource for trusted holistic pediatric advice. Dr. Song incorporates conventional pediatrics with functional medicine, holistic nutrition, homeopathy, acupuncture and much more. Argavan and Dr. Song discuss why integrative medicine is the gold standard of care, the health issues that were exacerbated during the pandemic and beyond, how to access credible and helpful health information and diving deep into autoimmunity and chronic illness. An absolute must listen for everyone! false full 6d4fc9b6-2875-44da-a82b-c1f737c5d851 Episode 77- Brain Health: Teen Edition Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Becoming Better Blog

 

Habit Coaching

 

Tutor/Parent Coaching Services

 

 

For more on Chris Loper, you can follow him  through his website https://becomingbetter.org/ and https://www.nwtutoring.com/about-us/

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Mon, 22 Aug 2022 02:38:47 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-77-brain-health-teen-edition-da_WoETN Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Becoming Better Blog

 

Habit Coaching

 

Tutor/Parent Coaching Services

 

 

For more on Chris Loper, you can follow him  through his website https://becomingbetter.org/ and https://www.nwtutoring.com/about-us/

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Episode 77- Brain Health: Teen Edition Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:54:13 Many teenagers struggle with body image insecurities, and often parents feel frustrated and/or overwhelmed in helping their children develop healthy relationships in all aspects of their lives. If you focus on brain health to be the motivation to make healthy choices in our daily habits, this is likely to promote a confident and empowered young adult. On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition. Podcast, Argavan speaks with Chris Loper. a writer, tutor and habit coach and the creator of Becoming Better, a blog focused on self-improvement that actually works. He works with families to adjust the home environment, the language they use and their own choices in order to influence their children. Argavan and Chris talk about how brain health and behavioral change are intricately intertwined, the factors that exacerbate the existing challenges of parenting a tween or teen and how we can, as parents and role models, reduce perfectionism in our lives. Tune in! Many teenagers struggle with body image insecurities, and often parents feel frustrated and/or overwhelmed in helping their children develop healthy relationships in all aspects of their lives. If you focus on brain health to be the motivation to make healthy choices in our daily habits, this is likely to promote a confident and empowered young adult. On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition. Podcast, Argavan speaks with Chris Loper. a writer, tutor and habit coach and the creator of Becoming Better, a blog focused on self-improvement that actually works. He works with families to adjust the home environment, the language they use and their own choices in order to influence their children. Argavan and Chris talk about how brain health and behavioral change are intricately intertwined, the factors that exacerbate the existing challenges of parenting a tween or teen and how we can, as parents and role models, reduce perfectionism in our lives. Tune in! false full a7f1e185-6172-4612-98ba-bae633d9db1b Episode 76- The Importance of Speech in Early Childhood Development Mentioned in this Episode:

 

The Orchid and the Dandelion TED talk- Dr. W. Thomas Boyce

  • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g_vcWB43W7Y

 

For more on Gabriele Nicolet, you can follow her on LinkedIn @GabrieleNicolet and through her websites https://www.speechkids.com/ and https://www.raisingorchidkids.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Tue, 16 Aug 2022 20:11:30 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-76-the-importance-of-speech-in-early-childhood-development-9_GTYTCW Mentioned in this Episode:

 

The Orchid and the Dandelion TED talk- Dr. W. Thomas Boyce

  • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g_vcWB43W7Y

 

For more on Gabriele Nicolet, you can follow her on LinkedIn @GabrieleNicolet and through her websites https://www.speechkids.com/ and https://www.raisingorchidkids.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Episode 76- The Importance of Speech in Early Childhood Development Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:57:21 Argavan speaks with Gabriele Nicolet, a speech-language pathologist with over 2 decades of experience working with families and children with speech and language difficulties and special needs. She is the executive director and owner of SpeechKids, where she offers coaching for caregivers to unlock the secrets of communication with their frustrated kids. Gabriele is also a parent coach and educator at Raising Orchard Kids, where she offers support for parents who are raising challenging and/or neurodiverse children. Gabriele received her Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of Maryland. She is licensed in DC, Maryland, and Virginia, and is a member of the American Hearing and Speech Association (ASHA). Argavan and Gabriele discuss the importance of learning language in comparison to physical developmental milestones in young children, red flags or warning signs caregivers should look for, how speech and language are tied to a myriad of other lifestyle factors, neurodiverse children and much much more! Argavan speaks with Gabriele Nicolet, a speech-language pathologist with over 2 decades of experience working with families and children with speech and language difficulties and special needs. She is the executive director and owner of SpeechKids, where she offers coaching for caregivers to unlock the secrets of communication with their frustrated kids. Gabriele is also a parent coach and educator at Raising Orchard Kids, where she offers support for parents who are raising challenging and/or neurodiverse children. Gabriele received her Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of Maryland. She is licensed in DC, Maryland, and Virginia, and is a member of the American Hearing and Speech Association (ASHA). Argavan and Gabriele discuss the importance of learning language in comparison to physical developmental milestones in young children, red flags or warning signs caregivers should look for, how speech and language are tied to a myriad of other lifestyle factors, neurodiverse children and much much more! false full b9c90820-326c-4a0b-b323-a05c226f19f7 Episode 75- Achieving Optimal Health While Living With an Autoimmune Disease Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Invisible Illness book

 

Healthy Moves Journaling

 

Stool Chart (easily accessible online via a google search)

  • https://cdhf.ca/digestive-disorders/constipation/signs-and-symptoms/

 

 

For more on Heather Hausenblas, you can follow her on Instagram @heatherhausenblas, on Facebook: Heather Hausenblas, PhD page, on LinkedIn @HeatherHausenblas and through her website https://wellnessdiscoverylabs.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Fri, 12 Aug 2022 22:49:19 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-75-achieving-optimal-health-while-living-with-an-autoimmune-disease-ZMTnrIEj Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Invisible Illness book

 

Healthy Moves Journaling

 

Stool Chart (easily accessible online via a google search)

  • https://cdhf.ca/digestive-disorders/constipation/signs-and-symptoms/

 

 

For more on Heather Hausenblas, you can follow her on Instagram @heatherhausenblas, on Facebook: Heather Hausenblas, PhD page, on LinkedIn @HeatherHausenblas and through her website https://wellnessdiscoverylabs.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Episode 75- Achieving Optimal Health While Living With an Autoimmune Disease Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:42:00 Argavan speaks with Heather Hausenblas, a best-selling author, an international award winning researcher, and speaking and podcast expert on the science of healthy living. She obtained her PhD in health psychology from Western University in Canada. She is ranked in the top 2% of most influential scientists in the world (PLOS Biology). Heather was a faculty member and the Director of the Exercise Psychology Lab at the University of Florida, and she has served as a Scientific Advisor for nutrition, supplement, and health companies. She is currently a Professor of Health Sciences at Jacksonville University. Heather is the CEO and Founder of Wellness Discovery Labs, a health behavior research company that provides scientific research to health industries; and helps people have healthy, happy, and energy-filled lives. She is also the co-founder of Healthy Moves Journaling, a wellness company that focuses on small changes for big health improvements. When Heather’s not walking the family dog, cooking with natural ingredients, watching her sons play sports, and exercising outdoors with friends she’s researching wellness. She’s a health and science nut – it’s her career, hobby, and passion. She resides in Jacksonville, FL with her husband and three boys. Heather’s mission in life is to help others live their most “healthy, happy and energy-filled lives” with a focus on science-based wellness. Argavan speaks with Heather Hausenblas, a best-selling author, an international award winning researcher, and speaking and podcast expert on the science of healthy living. She obtained her PhD in health psychology from Western University in Canada. She is ranked in the top 2% of most influential scientists in the world (PLOS Biology). Heather was a faculty member and the Director of the Exercise Psychology Lab at the University of Florida, and she has served as a Scientific Advisor for nutrition, supplement, and health companies. She is currently a Professor of Health Sciences at Jacksonville University. Heather is the CEO and Founder of Wellness Discovery Labs, a health behavior research company that provides scientific research to health industries; and helps people have healthy, happy, and energy-filled lives. She is also the co-founder of Healthy Moves Journaling, a wellness company that focuses on small changes for big health improvements. When Heather’s not walking the family dog, cooking with natural ingredients, watching her sons play sports, and exercising outdoors with friends she’s researching wellness. She’s a health and science nut – it’s her career, hobby, and passion. She resides in Jacksonville, FL with her husband and three boys. Heather’s mission in life is to help others live their most “healthy, happy and energy-filled lives” with a focus on science-based wellness. false full 87c0a301-620a-4462-9b47-a9de3e176f68 Episode 74- Teen Substance Abuse: What Caregivers Should Know Mentioned in this Episode:

 

The Addicted Child- A Parent’s Guide to Substance Abuse

 

 

For more on Richard Capriola, you can follow him through his website https://helptheaddictedchild.com/.

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Thu, 11 Aug 2022 14:38:05 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-74-teen-substance-abuse-what-caregivers-should-know-GiUCcNve Mentioned in this Episode:

 

The Addicted Child- A Parent’s Guide to Substance Abuse

 

 

For more on Richard Capriola, you can follow him through his website https://helptheaddictedchild.com/.

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 74- Teen Substance Abuse: What Caregivers Should Know Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:36:17 According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, alcohol, marijuana and tobacco are the most commonly used substances by adolescents. Half of all new drug users are under the age of 18. While teens may experiment with drugs, this doesn’t necessarily mean they will become addicted. However, teen drug abuse can have long-term cognitive and behavioural effects due to the rapidly developing teenage brain. On this teen-centered episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Richard Capriola, a seasoned mental health and addictions counselor for over two decades, having worked with adolescents and adults diagnosed with psychiatric and substance abuse disorders. He is the author of, The Addicted Child: A Parent’s Guide to Adolescent Substance Abuse”. Argavan and Richard speak about what makes the teenage brain susceptible to substance abuse, how the pandemic has impacted teen mental health and how parents and caregivers can identify the symptoms of substance abuse. A must listen for all parents and teens of caregivers! According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, alcohol, marijuana and tobacco are the most commonly used substances by adolescents. Half of all new drug users are under the age of 18. While teens may experiment with drugs, this doesn’t necessarily mean they will become addicted. However, teen drug abuse can have long-term cognitive and behavioural effects due to the rapidly developing teenage brain. On this teen-centered episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Richard Capriola, a seasoned mental health and addictions counselor for over two decades, having worked with adolescents and adults diagnosed with psychiatric and substance abuse disorders. He is the author of, The Addicted Child: A Parent’s Guide to Adolescent Substance Abuse”. Argavan and Richard speak about what makes the teenage brain susceptible to substance abuse, how the pandemic has impacted teen mental health and how parents and caregivers can identify the symptoms of substance abuse. A must listen for all parents and teens of caregivers! false full 966cf4fc-8835-46e9-8947-2259a4e666ae Episode 73- Improving Gender Equality at Home Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Equal Partners

 

 

For more on Kate Mangino, you can follow her on Instagram @manginokate22, on Twitter @aManginoKate and through their website https://katemangino.com/.

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Sun, 7 Aug 2022 23:19:10 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-73-improving-gender-equality-at-home-xeBEO0I7 Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Equal Partners

 

 

For more on Kate Mangino, you can follow her on Instagram @manginokate22, on Twitter @aManginoKate and through their website https://katemangino.com/.

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 73- Improving Gender Equality at Home Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:36:42 As parents and caregivers, changing harmful social norms starts within the home. Otherwise we may be unintentially perpetuating them. Argavan speaks with Kate Mangino, a gender expert and an advocate of gender equality and social change. Kate is the author of the book titled, “Equal Partners; Improving Gender Equality at Home”. As Kate eloquently states, “supporting gender equity at home is everyone’s job”. Argavan and Kate discuss mom burnout and the imbalance of cognitive vs physical labor, how we can raise equal partners in the home and why we need to look at gender inequality as a social problem. You don’t want to miss this compassionate and powerful conversation! As parents and caregivers, changing harmful social norms starts within the home. Otherwise we may be unintentially perpetuating them. Argavan speaks with Kate Mangino, a gender expert and an advocate of gender equality and social change. Kate is the author of the book titled, “Equal Partners; Improving Gender Equality at Home”. As Kate eloquently states, “supporting gender equity at home is everyone’s job”. Argavan and Kate discuss mom burnout and the imbalance of cognitive vs physical labor, how we can raise equal partners in the home and why we need to look at gender inequality as a social problem. You don’t want to miss this compassionate and powerful conversation! false full 7acbc2cf-269c-40f2-904e-1b4874803d55 Episode 72- Potty Training Advice from an Expert Mentioned in this Episode and Rebecca’s Recommendations:

 

Travel potty

 

Books:

 

 

 

 

Daniel Tiger Potty Training episode

 

 

For more on Rebecca Lampert, you can follow her on Instagram @twopsinapotty and through their website https://www.twopsinapotty.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

 

]]> Sat, 6 Aug 2022 02:34:10 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-72-potty-training-advice-from-an-expert-tieCl5x7 Mentioned in this Episode and Rebecca’s Recommendations:

 

Travel potty

 

Books:

 

 

 

 

Daniel Tiger Potty Training episode

 

 

For more on Rebecca Lampert, you can follow her on Instagram @twopsinapotty and through their website https://www.twopsinapotty.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

 

]]> Episode 72- Potty Training Advice from an Expert Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:34:19 The idea of potty training for many caregivers can bring up mixed emotions- initially there can be excitement which can quickly fade to frustration and defeat. What’s a caregiver to do? On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Rebecca Lampert. a certified potty training consultant and the founder of Two P’s in A Potty. She understands that no two children are alike and works with caregivers to create a personalized approach. Argavan and Rebecca discuss the myths about potty training that all caregivers should know, the Dos and Don’ts of potty training young children and how potty training knowledge has evolved over generations. Check it out! The idea of potty training for many caregivers can bring up mixed emotions- initially there can be excitement which can quickly fade to frustration and defeat. What’s a caregiver to do? On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Rebecca Lampert. a certified potty training consultant and the founder of Two P’s in A Potty. She understands that no two children are alike and works with caregivers to create a personalized approach. Argavan and Rebecca discuss the myths about potty training that all caregivers should know, the Dos and Don’ts of potty training young children and how potty training knowledge has evolved over generations. Check it out! false full 4132e438-fbe2-4bb3-b2e5-28dbd929f875 Episode 71- Burnout: A Conversation with a Mental Wellness Champion Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Hooky Wellness Blog

 

Glassdoor study of employees and vacation days

 

Global Wellness Institute Mental Wellness Initiative

 

National Hooky Day

 

Well+Good Motherhood and Burnout article

 

 

For more on Erayna Sargent, you can follow her on Instagram @burnout_whisperer, on LinkedIn @EraynaSargent and through her website https://www.eraynasargent.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Mon, 25 Jul 2022 20:03:24 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-71-burnout-a-conversation-with-a-mental-health-advocate-XshCDbc3 Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Hooky Wellness Blog

 

Glassdoor study of employees and vacation days

 

Global Wellness Institute Mental Wellness Initiative

 

National Hooky Day

 

Well+Good Motherhood and Burnout article

 

 

For more on Erayna Sargent, you can follow her on Instagram @burnout_whisperer, on LinkedIn @EraynaSargent and through her website https://www.eraynasargent.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 71- Burnout: A Conversation with a Mental Wellness Champion Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:47:12 Burnout is defined as the state of total emotional, physical and mental exhaustion. I can hardly think of someone who hasn’t at one point or another felt burnt out. So many people are ‘running on empty” all the time. On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Erayna Sargent, the founder and head anti-burnout champion of Hooky Wellness, a personalized support program for burnout relief. Erayna supports high performance professionals, organizations, and individuals. Erayna is a seasoned marketing and innovation leader with experience across workspace design, consumer goods and the tech industry. Argavan and Erayna discuss the staggering rates of employee burnout, the impact of the pandemic on people’s personal and professional lives, how to incorporate a HOOKY day and valuable tips and strategies to be proactive with your well-being. A not-to-be-missed episode! Burnout is defined as the state of total emotional, physical and mental exhaustion. I can hardly think of someone who hasn’t at one point or another felt burnt out. So many people are ‘running on empty” all the time. On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Erayna Sargent, the founder and head anti-burnout champion of Hooky Wellness, a personalized support program for burnout relief. Erayna supports high performance professionals, organizations, and individuals. Erayna is a seasoned marketing and innovation leader with experience across workspace design, consumer goods and the tech industry. Argavan and Erayna discuss the staggering rates of employee burnout, the impact of the pandemic on people’s personal and professional lives, how to incorporate a HOOKY day and valuable tips and strategies to be proactive with your well-being. A not-to-be-missed episode! false full 8132e090-1df3-4f9a-9b98-b821075449c4 Episode 70- How to Achieve Financial Wellness Mentioned in this Episode:

 

OneEleven Blog

 

For more on OneEleven, you can follow him on Instagram @getoneeleven, on Facebook: OneEleven Financial Wellness page, on Twitter @getoneeleven, on LinkedIn @getoneeleven and @jasonsohnen and through their website https://oneeleven.co/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Sat, 23 Jul 2022 01:31:22 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-70-how-to-achieve-financial-wellness-4CPm_LtA Mentioned in this Episode:

 

OneEleven Blog

 

For more on OneEleven, you can follow him on Instagram @getoneeleven, on Facebook: OneEleven Financial Wellness page, on Twitter @getoneeleven, on LinkedIn @getoneeleven and @jasonsohnen and through their website https://oneeleven.co/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 70- How to Achieve Financial Wellness Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:34:16 How do most of us deal with our financial situation? We either obsess over it to the point of crippling anxiety or avoid it altogether because we feel overwhelmed and powerless. Regardless of which category we fall into, both of those situations certainly negatively impact our health and well being Today we are talking about ways you can feel confident and empowered to handle whatever financial situation you are faced with. On this financially-focused episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Jay Sohnen, the Director of Wealth Coaching at OneEleven. OneEleven is a financial wellness platfrom whose mission is to help people build healthy financial habits and make financial empowerment accessible to all. Argavan and Jay discuss how financial wellness is a vital part of the health and wellness discussion, what our money mindset says about us and how the pandemic and inflation have impacted households across the United States and the globe. How do most of us deal with our financial situation? We either obsess over it to the point of crippling anxiety or avoid it altogether because we feel overwhelmed and powerless. Regardless of which category we fall into, both of those situations certainly negatively impact our health and well being Today we are talking about ways you can feel confident and empowered to handle whatever financial situation you are faced with. On this financially-focused episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Jay Sohnen, the Director of Wealth Coaching at OneEleven. OneEleven is a financial wellness platfrom whose mission is to help people build healthy financial habits and make financial empowerment accessible to all. Argavan and Jay discuss how financial wellness is a vital part of the health and wellness discussion, what our money mindset says about us and how the pandemic and inflation have impacted households across the United States and the globe. false full 3b72f3b2-a9ec-404c-8add-c23dd90f09aa Episode 69- Living with Diabetes: Tips from a Registered Dietitian Mentioned in this Episode and Bridget’s Recommendations:

 

Glooko Blog

 

Nonprofit organization with a focus on education, advocacy and the pathway to cures for Type 1 diabetes

 

Program of the nonprofit organization Beyond Type 1

 

Support and management in diabetes self-care through education and outdoor adventure pursuits (based in Canada but offer virtual events and adult camps in the US)

 

Nonprofit organization to end health disparities and representation for people with diabetes

Diabetes educator, Diana Mesa, RD/LDN, CDCES 

-https://instagram.com/enlamesanutrition?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

 

For more on Bridget Wood, you can follow her on Instagram @ balancedwithbridgetwood and through the Glooko website https://glooko.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Thu, 21 Jul 2022 17:00:14 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-69-diet-and-insulin-resistance-tips-from-a-registered-dietitian-QTobmRwr Mentioned in this Episode and Bridget’s Recommendations:

 

Glooko Blog

 

Nonprofit organization with a focus on education, advocacy and the pathway to cures for Type 1 diabetes

 

Program of the nonprofit organization Beyond Type 1

 

Support and management in diabetes self-care through education and outdoor adventure pursuits (based in Canada but offer virtual events and adult camps in the US)

 

Nonprofit organization to end health disparities and representation for people with diabetes

Diabetes educator, Diana Mesa, RD/LDN, CDCES 

-https://instagram.com/enlamesanutrition?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

 

For more on Bridget Wood, you can follow her on Instagram @ balancedwithbridgetwood and through the Glooko website https://glooko.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 69- Living with Diabetes: Tips from a Registered Dietitian Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:37:12 According to The National Diabetes Statistics Report, over 1 in 10 people in the US have diabetes and more than 1 in 3 people have prediabetes, which is a condition in which blood sugar is consistently high but not high enough to be Type 2 diabetes. Without intervention, it is likely to become Type 2 diabetes in a few years. On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Bridget Wood, a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist and a person living with Type 1 Diabetes. Argavan and Bridget discuss what it’s like to live with diabetes and strategies for management and care; debunking myths around diabetes; and a dietitian’s perspective on hot topics like artificial and natural sweeteners and plant-based diets. Tune in! According to The National Diabetes Statistics Report, over 1 in 10 people in the US have diabetes and more than 1 in 3 people have prediabetes, which is a condition in which blood sugar is consistently high but not high enough to be Type 2 diabetes. Without intervention, it is likely to become Type 2 diabetes in a few years. On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Bridget Wood, a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist and a person living with Type 1 Diabetes. Argavan and Bridget discuss what it’s like to live with diabetes and strategies for management and care; debunking myths around diabetes; and a dietitian’s perspective on hot topics like artificial and natural sweeteners and plant-based diets. Tune in! false full c75fca5d-dfb7-448c-955e-0f9ceb6c4d78 Episode 68- How to Be a Health-Conscious Pet Owner Mentioned in this Episode:

 

The Bone & Biscuit Company- Vaughan North, Ontario, Canada location

 

Ingredient Finder

 

Helpful Resources

  • https://www.boneandbiscuit.ca/category/news/

 

For more on The Bone & Biscuit Company, you can follow them on Instagram @boneandbiscuitvaughannorth

and through their website https://www.boneandbiscuit.ca/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Wed, 20 Jul 2022 20:14:52 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-68-how-to-be-a-health-conscious-pet-owner-fjjLshug Mentioned in this Episode:

 

The Bone & Biscuit Company- Vaughan North, Ontario, Canada location

 

Ingredient Finder

 

Helpful Resources

  • https://www.boneandbiscuit.ca/category/news/

 

For more on The Bone & Biscuit Company, you can follow them on Instagram @boneandbiscuitvaughannorth

and through their website https://www.boneandbiscuit.ca/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 68- How to Be a Health-Conscious Pet Owner Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:34:46 In a world where more and more people are prioritizing health and wellness, this includes being a health-conscious pet owner. The Bone & Biscuit Company, founded in Canada by Lee Drescher, offers customers the finest high-quality foods with an emphasis on ingredients, manufacturing techniques and nutritional value as well as an abundant selection of natural and toxin-free toys, clothing and accessories. On this pet-focused episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Anubha Jhaldiyal, the ownerd/director of one of the Bone and Biscuit Company stores in Ontario, Canada. Anubha’s previous experience included financial institutions; she holds a Master of Business Administration degree from Manipal Academy of Higher Education in India. She’s an avid nature and animal lover and she shares her story today about her ongoing commitment to raise awareness about the importance of quality nutrition for pets. Argavan and Anubha discuss how being a foster mom for dogs shaped her perspective on the role of nutrition in health and wellbeing, the trends in the pet food industry and the role of conscious consumerism and her top advice for families to have a more toxin-free and healthier household. For pet lovers, don’t miss this one! In a world where more and more people are prioritizing health and wellness, this includes being a health-conscious pet owner. The Bone & Biscuit Company, founded in Canada by Lee Drescher, offers customers the finest high-quality foods with an emphasis on ingredients, manufacturing techniques and nutritional value as well as an abundant selection of natural and toxin-free toys, clothing and accessories. On this pet-focused episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Anubha Jhaldiyal, the ownerd/director of one of the Bone and Biscuit Company stores in Ontario, Canada. Anubha’s previous experience included financial institutions; she holds a Master of Business Administration degree from Manipal Academy of Higher Education in India. She’s an avid nature and animal lover and she shares her story today about her ongoing commitment to raise awareness about the importance of quality nutrition for pets. Argavan and Anubha discuss how being a foster mom for dogs shaped her perspective on the role of nutrition in health and wellbeing, the trends in the pet food industry and the role of conscious consumerism and her top advice for families to have a more toxin-free and healthier household. For pet lovers, don’t miss this one! false full 2ef28132-0e2a-423f-88d9-e5aa56da524c Episode 67- Culture-Focused Nutrition with EatWell Exchange Mentioned in this Episode:

 

EatWell Exchange Blog and Recipes

 

For more on EatWell Exchange, you can follow them on Instagram @eatwellexchange, on Facebook: EatWell Exchange page, on Twitter @eatwellexchange, on YouTube @eatwellexchange and through their website https://www.eatwellexchange.org/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Fri, 8 Jul 2022 15:56:49 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-67-culture-focused-nutrition-fPQfVwK9 Mentioned in this Episode:

 

EatWell Exchange Blog and Recipes

 

For more on EatWell Exchange, you can follow them on Instagram @eatwellexchange, on Facebook: EatWell Exchange page, on Twitter @eatwellexchange, on YouTube @eatwellexchange and through their website https://www.eatwellexchange.org/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 67- Culture-Focused Nutrition with EatWell Exchange Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:36:23 On this dietitian-centered conversation on the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Ashley Carter, who together with her friend Jasmine Westbrooks, co-founded EatWell Exchange. Both Registered Dietitian Nutritionists, Ashley and Jasmine’s mission is to raise awareness in community health about maintaining one’s identity and having a healthier life. Argavan and Ashley discuss nutrition education through culture and the multitude of benefits it provides, an assessment of government food programs that are currently available to the public and how to maximize one’s experience and how all of us, whether we work with clients and patients or not, can increase our own awareness around cultural nutrition to connect more meaningfully with others. A fascinating and empowering conversation that’s not to be missed! On this dietitian-centered conversation on the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Ashley Carter, who together with her friend Jasmine Westbrooks, co-founded EatWell Exchange. Both Registered Dietitian Nutritionists, Ashley and Jasmine’s mission is to raise awareness in community health about maintaining one’s identity and having a healthier life. Argavan and Ashley discuss nutrition education through culture and the multitude of benefits it provides, an assessment of government food programs that are currently available to the public and how to maximize one’s experience and how all of us, whether we work with clients and patients or not, can increase our own awareness around cultural nutrition to connect more meaningfully with others. A fascinating and empowering conversation that’s not to be missed! false full 299bf00a-eeb9-47c2-8cae-9df78609889b On the Go Episode 66- Kids and Nutrition During Summer Break For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Thu, 7 Jul 2022 23:10:07 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/on-the-go-episode-66-kids-and-nutrition-during-summer-break-1LM5p4xE For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> On the Go Episode 66- Kids and Nutrition During Summer Break Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:08:23 It’s summertime! With its promises of long, warm, lazy, school-free days, summer is essentially synonymous with freedom- vacations, swimming at the pool or the shore, trips to amusement parks, and a much needed break from school work. During summer, kids often have less-structured schedules leading to less activity (which may be great!) and fewer healthy food choices (which is not so great!!). What is a parent to do? On this solo episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan discusses tips and strategies for families to maintain structure and routine when it comes to sleep and nutrition, benefiting the whole family. It’s all about balance and fun. Tune in! It’s summertime! With its promises of long, warm, lazy, school-free days, summer is essentially synonymous with freedom- vacations, swimming at the pool or the shore, trips to amusement parks, and a much needed break from school work. During summer, kids often have less-structured schedules leading to less activity (which may be great!) and fewer healthy food choices (which is not so great!!). What is a parent to do? On this solo episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan discusses tips and strategies for families to maintain structure and routine when it comes to sleep and nutrition, benefiting the whole family. It’s all about balance and fun. Tune in! false full 08dc9f8f-937a-4d5a-8c17-572ca84dfcb2 Episode 65- OneBite | Oral Motor Development and Feeding in Babies Show notes and the full podcast episode are available at 

 

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-12-oral-motor-development-and-feeding-in-babies/id1580301084?i=1000536213633

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook @babystepsnutrition, on Twitter @argvavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Mon, 4 Jul 2022 20:46:09 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-65-onebite-oral-motor-development-and-feeding-in-babies-wWH4WlFd Show notes and the full podcast episode are available at 

 

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-12-oral-motor-development-and-feeding-in-babies/id1580301084?i=1000536213633

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook @babystepsnutrition, on Twitter @argvavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 65- OneBite | Oral Motor Development and Feeding in Babies Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:06:50 One Bite Episodes are tid bits of past conversations with amazing guests for busy, on-the-go listeners. Each week I’ll feature words of advice and wisdom to inspire, empower and provide you with valuable tools for your parenting toolbox. From birth to 12 months babies reach incredible milestones quickly. But what is “normal”? How does a caregiver know when a baby is ready to start solids?; or wean from a pacifier? Or if there are underlying conditions that are impacting growth and development? Perhaps the baby is within the window of normal development and caregivers just need reassurance from a trusted medical professional that all is well. One Bite Episodes are tid bits of past conversations with amazing guests for busy, on-the-go listeners. Each week I’ll feature words of advice and wisdom to inspire, empower and provide you with valuable tools for your parenting toolbox. From birth to 12 months babies reach incredible milestones quickly. But what is “normal”? How does a caregiver know when a baby is ready to start solids?; or wean from a pacifier? Or if there are underlying conditions that are impacting growth and development? Perhaps the baby is within the window of normal development and caregivers just need reassurance from a trusted medical professional that all is well. false full dd235892-4a6b-4b31-af77-49913d67e861 Episode 64- OneBite | Detoxing Your Home Show notes and the full podcast episode are available at 

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-4-detoxing-your-home/id1580301084?i=1000532638345

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook @babystepsnutrition, on Twitter @argvavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Mon, 27 Jun 2022 02:46:56 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-64-onebite-detoxing-your-home-4FSJMHri Show notes and the full podcast episode are available at 

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-4-detoxing-your-home/id1580301084?i=1000532638345

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook @babystepsnutrition, on Twitter @argvavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 64- OneBite | Detoxing Your Home Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:04:29 One Bite Episodes are tid bits of past conversations with amazing guests for busy, on-the-go listeners. Each week I’ll feature words of advice and wisdom to inspire, empower and provide you with valuable tools for your parenting toolbox. Disclaimer: it’s important to do your own research, speak to your healthcare provider, and make decisions that are best for you and your family. This is for informational purposes only, and should not be taken as medical advice. Today’s segment is from episode 4 with Valentine Smith, a mama of 4 children who previously worked in the hospitality industry. When her children were younger, she became determined to use as many natural remedies as possible. She had her own lightbulb moment when it came to her own health. That’s when she decided to become a conscious consumer and live as toxin-free as possible. Most of us, when we think about our health, we think of exercise and food. But do we really ever consider what toxins can be in our homes that re making us “feel not quite right?”. The truth is, our homes can be filled with over 500 chemicals! There is even a term that is being used to describe this- Toxic Home Syndrome (THS). The problem is- the amount we are exposed to on a daily basis; from the water we drink, foods we eat, air we breathe and on top of that, the products we use in our homes for cleaning and personal care, are overwhelming our detoxification system. One Bite Episodes are tid bits of past conversations with amazing guests for busy, on-the-go listeners. Each week I’ll feature words of advice and wisdom to inspire, empower and provide you with valuable tools for your parenting toolbox. Disclaimer: it’s important to do your own research, speak to your healthcare provider, and make decisions that are best for you and your family. This is for informational purposes only, and should not be taken as medical advice. Today’s segment is from episode 4 with Valentine Smith, a mama of 4 children who previously worked in the hospitality industry. When her children were younger, she became determined to use as many natural remedies as possible. She had her own lightbulb moment when it came to her own health. That’s when she decided to become a conscious consumer and live as toxin-free as possible. Most of us, when we think about our health, we think of exercise and food. But do we really ever consider what toxins can be in our homes that re making us “feel not quite right?”. The truth is, our homes can be filled with over 500 chemicals! There is even a term that is being used to describe this- Toxic Home Syndrome (THS). The problem is- the amount we are exposed to on a daily basis; from the water we drink, foods we eat, air we breathe and on top of that, the products we use in our homes for cleaning and personal care, are overwhelming our detoxification system. false full ef9abb3e-48b9-4c33-88ee-c12e2f5b3064 Episode 63- OneBite | Emotional Regulation in Children Show notes and the full podcast episode are available at

https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-13-emotional-regulation-in-children-and-responding-to-challenging-behavior-T3QkVLco

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook @babystepsnutrition, on Twitter @argvavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Tue, 14 Jun 2022 22:53:57 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-63-onebite-emotional-regulation-in-children-FBDIp1aj Show notes and the full podcast episode are available at

https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-13-emotional-regulation-in-children-and-responding-to-challenging-behavior-T3QkVLco

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook @babystepsnutrition, on Twitter @argvavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 63- OneBite | Emotional Regulation in Children Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:05:25 One Bite Episodes are tid bits of past conversations with amazing guests for busy, on-the-go listeners. Each week I’ll feature words of advice and wisdom to inspire, empower and provide you with valuable tools for your parenting toolbox. Today’s segment is from episode 13 with Tobi Baker, a registered social worker and therapist for children and families. She opened her private practice in 2018 in Toronto, Canada and works with children of all ages, with a specialty in mental health. There are so many reasons why a child may be having challenging or difficult emotions or behaviors. After all, we as caregivers have seen it often with our children (sometimes too often!). However, some children may have extremely difficult and challenging behaviors that require evaluation and support from a trusted professional. One Bite Episodes are tid bits of past conversations with amazing guests for busy, on-the-go listeners. Each week I’ll feature words of advice and wisdom to inspire, empower and provide you with valuable tools for your parenting toolbox. Today’s segment is from episode 13 with Tobi Baker, a registered social worker and therapist for children and families. She opened her private practice in 2018 in Toronto, Canada and works with children of all ages, with a specialty in mental health. There are so many reasons why a child may be having challenging or difficult emotions or behaviors. After all, we as caregivers have seen it often with our children (sometimes too often!). However, some children may have extremely difficult and challenging behaviors that require evaluation and support from a trusted professional. false full 1537f9af-bfb2-4979-b6b6-6f13193e8837 Episode 62- OneBite | Pandemic Life Through the Eyes of a Teen Show notes and the full podcast episode are available at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-10-pandemic-life-through-the-eyes-of-a-teen/id1580301084?i=1000534968145

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook @babystepsnutrition, on Twitter @argvavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Fri, 10 Jun 2022 21:53:49 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-62-onebite-pandemic-life-through-the-eyes-of-a-teen-4I80xSAx Show notes and the full podcast episode are available at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-10-pandemic-life-through-the-eyes-of-a-teen/id1580301084?i=1000534968145

 

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]]> Episode 62- OneBite | Pandemic Life Through the Eyes of a Teen Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:05:56 OneBite Episodes are tid bits of past conversations with amazing guests for busy, on-the-go listeners. Each week I’ll feature words of advice and wisdom to inspire, empower and provide you with valuable tools for your parenting toolbox. Today’s segment is from episode 10 with Dr. Michelle Fazio, a medical doctor currently teaching family life to (or as most of us know it, sex education) in Marin County, California where she works with 5th-8th graders. The entire globe was experiencing the pandemic at the same time. On top of everything, the stress, anxiety, exhaustion and fear we were feeling inside ourselves. But what about our teens? OneBite Episodes are tid bits of past conversations with amazing guests for busy, on-the-go listeners. Each week I’ll feature words of advice and wisdom to inspire, empower and provide you with valuable tools for your parenting toolbox. Today’s segment is from episode 10 with Dr. Michelle Fazio, a medical doctor currently teaching family life to (or as most of us know it, sex education) in Marin County, California where she works with 5th-8th graders. The entire globe was experiencing the pandemic at the same time. On top of everything, the stress, anxiety, exhaustion and fear we were feeling inside ourselves. But what about our teens? false full b8c2888e-617c-4d72-825e-d9999604fe1e Episode 61- Connected Parenting with Jennifer Kolari Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Connected Parenting- services, books, online resources for families

 

Connected Parenting Podcast

 

Roadmap to Childhood- Part One 

 

Roadmap to Childhood- Part Two

 

The Connected Parenting Masterclass

 

The Mental Health Comedy Podcast 

 

For more on Jennifer Kolari, you can follow her on Instagram @jenniferkolari, on Facebook: Connected Parenting page, on Twitter @connectedparent, on YouTube @connectedparenting

and through her website https://connectedparenting.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Thu, 9 Jun 2022 22:12:24 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/connected-parenting-with-jennifer-kolari-PYU36VdX Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Connected Parenting- services, books, online resources for families

 

Connected Parenting Podcast

 

Roadmap to Childhood- Part One 

 

Roadmap to Childhood- Part Two

 

The Connected Parenting Masterclass

 

The Mental Health Comedy Podcast 

 

For more on Jennifer Kolari, you can follow her on Instagram @jenniferkolari, on Facebook: Connected Parenting page, on Twitter @connectedparent, on YouTube @connectedparenting

and through her website https://connectedparenting.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 61- Connected Parenting with Jennifer Kolari Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:53:41 On this very special episode of The Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, it’s all about connected parenting with the one-and-only Jennifer Kolari, one of the leading experts on parenting and family therapy. Jennifer has two busy practices in Toronto and San Diego. Jennifer is an international speaker, author of several books and podcast host centered on Connected Parenting, a powerful and transformative model that teaches parents compassion and empathy to raise emotionally resilient children. Argavan and Jennifer discuss the Connected Parenting Model and the Calm Technique (a revolutionary approach to making deeper connections with our child), how parents can manage their own difficult emotions using effective tools and strategies and how the pandemic has created existential anxieties in parents and children. On this very special episode of The Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, it’s all about connected parenting with the one-and-only Jennifer Kolari, one of the leading experts on parenting and family therapy. Jennifer has two busy practices in Toronto and San Diego. Jennifer is an international speaker, author of several books and podcast host centered on Connected Parenting, a powerful and transformative model that teaches parents compassion and empathy to raise emotionally resilient children. Argavan and Jennifer discuss the Connected Parenting Model and the Calm Technique (a revolutionary approach to making deeper connections with our child), how parents can manage their own difficult emotions using effective tools and strategies and how the pandemic has created existential anxieties in parents and children. false full 52894f74-8dcc-430f-8628-7795a09c4fa8 Episode 60- Healthy and Sustainable School Lunches with Chef Jason Hull Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Healthy Kids Collaborative

 

Back to the Roots gardening kits

 

Babylon Micro-Farms

 

School Lunch Hero Day

 

For more on Jason Hull, you can follow him on Instagram @chefjasonhull, on Facebook @JasonHull, on Twitter @jhull42 and LinkedIn @JasonHull.


For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Fri, 3 Jun 2022 05:20:24 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-60-healthy-and-sustainable-school-lunches-with-chef-jason-hull-HXPszOn8 Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Healthy Kids Collaborative

 

Back to the Roots gardening kits

 

Babylon Micro-Farms

 

School Lunch Hero Day

 

For more on Jason Hull, you can follow him on Instagram @chefjasonhull, on Facebook @JasonHull, on Twitter @jhull42 and LinkedIn @JasonHull.


For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Episode 60- Healthy and Sustainable School Lunches with Chef Jason Hull Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:37:46 More than half of American school children, roughly 30 million, rely on free or reduce-priced school lunches. In California alone, that number is 59 percent of children who qualify, according to the California Department of Education. Research has shown that providing free school meals for everyone has multiple benefits including higher attendance, decreased food insecurity and improved health. On this inspiring episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with the one-and-only Chef Jason Hull, Executive Chef and Co-Director of the Culinary Farm at a school in Marin County, California. His motto is simple, “school lunches should be real, local food”. Chef Jason’s focus is on kids’ health and is deeply committed to providing nutritious school lunches with local and organic ingredients. Argavan and Chef Jason discuss the impact of school lunches on learning and behavior, how the pandemic affected children’s access to school meals and how we should strive for a free, federally funded national school food program for all children. You don’t want to miss this! More than half of American school children, roughly 30 million, rely on free or reduce-priced school lunches. In California alone, that number is 59 percent of children who qualify, according to the California Department of Education. Research has shown that providing free school meals for everyone has multiple benefits including higher attendance, decreased food insecurity and improved health. On this inspiring episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with the one-and-only Chef Jason Hull, Executive Chef and Co-Director of the Culinary Farm at a school in Marin County, California. His motto is simple, “school lunches should be real, local food”. Chef Jason’s focus is on kids’ health and is deeply committed to providing nutritious school lunches with local and organic ingredients. Argavan and Chef Jason discuss the impact of school lunches on learning and behavior, how the pandemic affected children’s access to school meals and how we should strive for a free, federally funded national school food program for all children. You don’t want to miss this! false full ee3df113-ae78-4c96-8cbe-9fe1e428749d Episode 59- A Conversation with The Hormone Revolutionist: Teen Edition Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Dr. Kringoudis’ books, including Beautiful You

 

The Wellness Collective Podcast, with Dr. Nat Kringoudis

 

Daysy fertility tracker

 

For more on Dr. Nat Kringoudis, you can follow her on Instagram @natkringoudis and through her website https://www.natkringoudis.com/


For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Wed, 18 May 2022 04:17:25 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-59-a-conversation-with-the-hormone-revolutionist-teen-edition-LYXYViql Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Dr. Kringoudis’ books, including Beautiful You

 

The Wellness Collective Podcast, with Dr. Nat Kringoudis

 

Daysy fertility tracker

 

For more on Dr. Nat Kringoudis, you can follow her on Instagram @natkringoudis and through her website https://www.natkringoudis.com/


For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Episode 59- A Conversation with The Hormone Revolutionist: Teen Edition Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:48:59 When we talk about health and wellness, how often do we include a conversation about hormonal health? Especially with teens and young adults, we should we educating and empowering them with understanding their bodies, what could be impacting their health and offering tools and strategies to feel their best selves. On this valuable episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Dr. Nat Kringoudis, a Chinese Medicine practitioner, natural fertility expert, best-selling author, speaker and the founder of Melbourne women’s health clinic called The Pagoda Tree. In her words, “fertility is so much more than making babies”. Argavan and Nat discuss the myth and misconceptions about children and puberty, why kids are experiencing precocious puberty more than ever before and an in-depth conversation about birth control and contraception. A must listen for all parents! When we talk about health and wellness, how often do we include a conversation about hormonal health? Especially with teens and young adults, we should we educating and empowering them with understanding their bodies, what could be impacting their health and offering tools and strategies to feel their best selves. On this valuable episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Dr. Nat Kringoudis, a Chinese Medicine practitioner, natural fertility expert, best-selling author, speaker and the founder of Melbourne women’s health clinic called The Pagoda Tree. In her words, “fertility is so much more than making babies”. Argavan and Nat discuss the myth and misconceptions about children and puberty, why kids are experiencing precocious puberty more than ever before and an in-depth conversation about birth control and contraception. A must listen for all parents! false full e055e981-20fc-42b2-8cb4-73b79cc5e3e8 Episode 58- Snack Attack: What Are Good Snacks for My Kids? Mentioned in this Episode and Argavan’s brand recommendations:

  • Made in Nature
  • Food to Live
  • Nativas
  • Wildmade
  • Purely Elizabeth
  • Hippeas
  • Siete
  • Lesser Evil
  • Bare
  • Seasnax
  • Sweet Nothings
  • Made Good
  • Simple Mills

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

 

]]> Mon, 16 May 2022 14:29:14 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-58-snack-attack-what-are-good-snacks-for-my-kids-_2lVYV99 Mentioned in this Episode and Argavan’s brand recommendations:

  • Made in Nature
  • Food to Live
  • Nativas
  • Wildmade
  • Purely Elizabeth
  • Hippeas
  • Siete
  • Lesser Evil
  • Bare
  • Seasnax
  • Sweet Nothings
  • Made Good
  • Simple Mills

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

 

]]> Episode 58- Snack Attack: What Are Good Snacks for My Kids? Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:09:29 Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The information on this podcast is for informational purposes only. No material on this site is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. We are not affiliated, associated, authorized, endorsed by, or in any way officially connected to those brands named in this episode, or any of their subsidiaries or affiliates. Many of us parents share this predicament- we are on the go, to and from school, after school programs, sports, family events, and there are always snacks which our kids are exposed to. Unfortunately, many available snacks are not the best options. We rely on on-the-go-snacks to keep our families satiated and nourished. On this solo episode, I discuss some important statistics related to the average child’s food intake and nutrition status, why snack foods are increasingly popular and therefore widely available and tools for parents to encourage empowerment and balance in their child’s food choices. Tune in! Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The information on this podcast is for informational purposes only. No material on this site is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. We are not affiliated, associated, authorized, endorsed by, or in any way officially connected to those brands named in this episode, or any of their subsidiaries or affiliates. Many of us parents share this predicament- we are on the go, to and from school, after school programs, sports, family events, and there are always snacks which our kids are exposed to. Unfortunately, many available snacks are not the best options. We rely on on-the-go-snacks to keep our families satiated and nourished. On this solo episode, I discuss some important statistics related to the average child’s food intake and nutrition status, why snack foods are increasingly popular and therefore widely available and tools for parents to encourage empowerment and balance in their child’s food choices. Tune in! false full eaac27a8-5e8e-427d-afd4-01d10822a16a Episode 57- Kids and Gut Health: Why Chronic Illnesses Are on the Rise Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Enviromental Working Group’s (EWG) Dirty Dozen and Clean 15 Lists

 

Misfits Market

 

Imperfect Foods

 

Farm Fox Delivery

 

For more on Vicki Kobliner, you can follow her on Instagram @holcarenutrition and through her website https://holcarenutrition.com/.


For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

 

]]> Tue, 10 May 2022 15:45:16 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-57-kids-and-gut-health-why-chronic-illnesses-are-on-the-rise-PYn89QU0 Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Enviromental Working Group’s (EWG) Dirty Dozen and Clean 15 Lists

 

Misfits Market

 

Imperfect Foods

 

Farm Fox Delivery

 

For more on Vicki Kobliner, you can follow her on Instagram @holcarenutrition and through her website https://holcarenutrition.com/.


For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

 

]]> Episode 57- Kids and Gut Health: Why Chronic Illnesses Are on the Rise Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 01:01:28 Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The information on this podcast is for informational purposes only. No material on this site is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. One in four children are at risk of suffering from a chronic illness. Rates of allergies have skyrocketed. Many children do not have bowel movements for days. Can our symptoms be alerting us to the health of our microbiome? On this informative episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Vicki Kobliner, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist whose life mission is focused on nutrition, lifestyle and environmental interventions to help children and their families with chronic illnesses overcome challenges to lead happier, healthier lives. Her particular passion is working with families to reduce the risk of having a child with chronic illness through targeted preconception and prenatal health counseling. Argavan and Vicki discuss why chronic illnesses in children are rising and steps parents can take to stem the tide; what our bowel movements are telling us and the importance of regularity; and the importance of a whole foods approach to health and wellness. A highly intellectual conversation for all families! Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The information on this podcast is for informational purposes only. No material on this site is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. One in four children are at risk of suffering from a chronic illness. Rates of allergies have skyrocketed. Many children do not have bowel movements for days. Can our symptoms be alerting us to the health of our microbiome? On this informative episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Vicki Kobliner, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist whose life mission is focused on nutrition, lifestyle and environmental interventions to help children and their families with chronic illnesses overcome challenges to lead happier, healthier lives. Her particular passion is working with families to reduce the risk of having a child with chronic illness through targeted preconception and prenatal health counseling. Argavan and Vicki discuss why chronic illnesses in children are rising and steps parents can take to stem the tide; what our bowel movements are telling us and the importance of regularity; and the importance of a whole foods approach to health and wellness. A highly intellectual conversation for all families! false full 2123a94e-09a0-4766-ab9d-44028ff149d7 Episode 56- How Fast Fashion is Making Us Sick Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Prophetik Clothing Line

 

Wolf Rose Intimates

 

Remastered Documentary

 

Jeff Garner: Sustainable Clothing And The Toxic Effects Of Fast Fashion | Tedx

  • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FVaZ2Y1snog

 

Victoria Secret in the news

 

H&M in the news

 

For more on Jeff Garner, you can follow him on Instagram @prophetik and through his website http://www.prophetik.com/


For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Sat, 30 Apr 2022 15:32:24 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-56-how-fast-fashion-is-making-us-sick-cE8H4nLw Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Prophetik Clothing Line

 

Wolf Rose Intimates

 

Remastered Documentary

 

Jeff Garner: Sustainable Clothing And The Toxic Effects Of Fast Fashion | Tedx

  • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FVaZ2Y1snog

 

Victoria Secret in the news

 

H&M in the news

 

For more on Jeff Garner, you can follow him on Instagram @prophetik and through his website http://www.prophetik.com/


For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Episode 56- How Fast Fashion is Making Us Sick Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:44:49 Fast fashion is like fast food- bad for your health, bad for the environment and our indulging impulses have a ripple effect at both the microscopic and macroscopic level. On this not-to-be-missed episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Jeff Garner, a well-renowned fashion designer and artist who is best known for his sustainable plant-based red carpet gowns. He is the founder of Prophetik, a line of distinctive, sustainable and eco-friendly fashion. Argavan and Jeff discuss the incredible journey and mission behind Jeff’s passion for and unrelentless commitment to plant-based fashion, his various platforms to raise awareness about the dirty secrets of the fast fashion industry and his vision for the future of sustainable design. Tune in to this noteworthy conversation! Fast fashion is like fast food- bad for your health, bad for the environment and our indulging impulses have a ripple effect at both the microscopic and macroscopic level. On this not-to-be-missed episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Jeff Garner, a well-renowned fashion designer and artist who is best known for his sustainable plant-based red carpet gowns. He is the founder of Prophetik, a line of distinctive, sustainable and eco-friendly fashion. Argavan and Jeff discuss the incredible journey and mission behind Jeff’s passion for and unrelentless commitment to plant-based fashion, his various platforms to raise awareness about the dirty secrets of the fast fashion industry and his vision for the future of sustainable design. Tune in to this noteworthy conversation! false full 7c063cec-7646-4f08-9927-6c55f9ad4af9 Episode 55- Helping Dads Level Up: A Conversation with a Gamification, Habits and Happiness Expert Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Self-Help Book- How to Win Friends and Influence People

  • https://www.amazon.com/How-Win-Friends-Influence-People/dp/B0006IU7JK/ref=sr_1_1?crid=XI5JB1KG0TU9&keywords=how+to+win+friends+and+influence+people&qid=1650500922&sprefix=how+to+win+fr%2Caps%2C410&sr=8-1

 

Gamify Your Life Blog and Quiz

 

Gamify Your Life- the App

 

For more on Will Moore, you can follow him on Instagram @willmooremomentum and @momentumdad and through his website https://mooremomentum.com/.


For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Thu, 21 Apr 2022 00:32:57 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-55-helping-dads-level-up-a-conversation-with-a-gamification-habits-and-happiness-expert-vWxxGfcb Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Self-Help Book- How to Win Friends and Influence People

  • https://www.amazon.com/How-Win-Friends-Influence-People/dp/B0006IU7JK/ref=sr_1_1?crid=XI5JB1KG0TU9&keywords=how+to+win+friends+and+influence+people&qid=1650500922&sprefix=how+to+win+fr%2Caps%2C410&sr=8-1

 

Gamify Your Life Blog and Quiz

 

Gamify Your Life- the App

 

For more on Will Moore, you can follow him on Instagram @willmooremomentum and @momentumdad and through his website https://mooremomentum.com/.


For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Episode 55- Helping Dads Level Up: A Conversation with a Gamification, Habits and Happiness Expert Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:37:49 How do you go from fixed victim to growth owner? What are the tried-and-true strategies that have proven effective in achieving real happiness, and harnessing that power to being successful not just in your professional life, also in your personal relationships? On this motivational episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Will Moore, a serial entrepreneur, speaker, host, life coach and happiness expert. Will left his nine-figure start up business in 2019 to pursue his life’s passion- helping individuals and businesses to “level up” using 5 Core Principles. Argavan and Will discuss how and why he pivoted from the start up world to the personal health and wellness space, the 5 Cores of Happiness and how to apply those principles in every day life as well as helpful advice for parents, especially dads, about achieving a balanced and fulfilled life. Don’t miss this passionate conversation that’s full of wisdom! How do you go from fixed victim to growth owner? What are the tried-and-true strategies that have proven effective in achieving real happiness, and harnessing that power to being successful not just in your professional life, also in your personal relationships? On this motivational episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Will Moore, a serial entrepreneur, speaker, host, life coach and happiness expert. Will left his nine-figure start up business in 2019 to pursue his life’s passion- helping individuals and businesses to “level up” using 5 Core Principles. Argavan and Will discuss how and why he pivoted from the start up world to the personal health and wellness space, the 5 Cores of Happiness and how to apply those principles in every day life as well as helpful advice for parents, especially dads, about achieving a balanced and fulfilled life. Don’t miss this passionate conversation that’s full of wisdom! false full ce0214e5-914c-4464-b179-15cfa0ed0fcf Episode 54- How to Set Screen Limits for Kids That Actually Work Mentioned in this Episode:

 

The Parenting Reset Show podcast

 

Sign up for the Tech Reset Masterclass here (you’ll also access the Tech Reset Agreement):

 

Screen Time Controls

  • Bark, Canopy, Net Nanny, Circle

 

For more on Therese Connolly, you can follow her on Instagram @mindfulkidsandfamilies, on Facebook: Mindful Kids and Families page and through her website www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com.


For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Tue, 19 Apr 2022 03:59:41 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-54-how-to-set-screen-limits-for-kids-that-actually-work-GCLMpiVu Mentioned in this Episode:

 

The Parenting Reset Show podcast

 

Sign up for the Tech Reset Masterclass here (you’ll also access the Tech Reset Agreement):

 

Screen Time Controls

  • Bark, Canopy, Net Nanny, Circle

 

For more on Therese Connolly, you can follow her on Instagram @mindfulkidsandfamilies, on Facebook: Mindful Kids and Families page and through her website www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com.


For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Episode 54- How to Set Screen Limits for Kids That Actually Work Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:47:01 In today’s tech driven world, digital tools have certainly impacted our children’s lives. As parents, we are overconcerned with being overconnected. According to the Child Mind Institute, what parents are alarmed about is usually two things: the sheer amount of time their kids spend on screens, and their kids’ resistance to cutting back on that screen time. Getting them to put away their devices and come to dinner, engage in other activities, go outside or do their homework (without also checking social media and streaming TV shows) seems to be an increasingly uphill battle. On this informative episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Therese (Tess) Connolly, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Parent Coach who provides overwhelmed and frustrated parents of tweens and teens a 5 step RESET plan, with the tools and strategies to make a change in their family’s life. Her motto is, “the best parenting skill is right inside of you”. She founded the Parenting Reset Membership for parents who want on-going monthly parent coaching, to learn new skills, and get connection and support from other parents. She is host and founder of The Parenting Reset Show podcast. Argavan and Tess discuss the reasons behind children’s tech addictions (there are many factors!), her motivation to launch a masterclass for parents that’s focused on a “tech reset” as well as tools that parents can have in their toolkits to set limits that actually work. A must listen for parents of all children! In today’s tech driven world, digital tools have certainly impacted our children’s lives. As parents, we are overconcerned with being overconnected. According to the Child Mind Institute, what parents are alarmed about is usually two things: the sheer amount of time their kids spend on screens, and their kids’ resistance to cutting back on that screen time. Getting them to put away their devices and come to dinner, engage in other activities, go outside or do their homework (without also checking social media and streaming TV shows) seems to be an increasingly uphill battle. On this informative episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Therese (Tess) Connolly, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Parent Coach who provides overwhelmed and frustrated parents of tweens and teens a 5 step RESET plan, with the tools and strategies to make a change in their family’s life. Her motto is, “the best parenting skill is right inside of you”. She founded the Parenting Reset Membership for parents who want on-going monthly parent coaching, to learn new skills, and get connection and support from other parents. She is host and founder of The Parenting Reset Show podcast. Argavan and Tess discuss the reasons behind children’s tech addictions (there are many factors!), her motivation to launch a masterclass for parents that’s focused on a “tech reset” as well as tools that parents can have in their toolkits to set limits that actually work. A must listen for parents of all children! false full 9c2ad214-17d6-4207-a784-0d6cb8868459 Episode 53- Keeping It Real: Parenting, Relationships and Everything in Between For more on Sandra Trew, you can follow her on Instagram @getrealparentingcoach, on Facebook: Get Real Parental Coaching page, LinkedIn @SandraTrew and through her website www.getrealparentalcoaching.com

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Fri, 1 Apr 2022 21:16:36 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-53-keeping-it-real-parenting-relationships-and-everything-in-between-3yldqmfq For more on Sandra Trew, you can follow her on Instagram @getrealparentingcoach, on Facebook: Get Real Parental Coaching page, LinkedIn @SandraTrew and through her website www.getrealparentalcoaching.com

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 53- Keeping It Real: Parenting, Relationships and Everything in Between Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:54:26 Sandra Trew is a Certified Life Coach and host of the ‘Get Real Parental Coaching’ Podcast. Sandra obtained her certification from New Skills Academy and her Earlyhood Childcare degree from the University of East London in 2011. Prior to that, she was a nanny for 8 years, including living abroad. Currently, Sandra lives in the UK with her husband and two children. “The beauty of parenthood is not in the smiling photos we show the world. It is in the folds and creases of our lives.” On this real talk episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan and Sandra speak about what it means to be a conscious parent and why it’s an ongoing process, why tantrums happen and how to better manage them, how to set healthy boundaries within your household and with friends and colleagues and so much more! We covered as many parenting hot topics as possible- don’t miss it! Mentioned in this Episode: Get Real Parenting Podcast - https://www.buzzsprout.com/1863977 DAD: Untold Stories of Fatherhood. Love, Mental Health and Masculinity - https://www.amazon.com/DAD-Untold-stories-Fatherhood-Masculinity-ebook/dp/B0924JX5DT/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2WU1IX0DY6YAB&keywords=dad+untold+stories+of+fatherhood&qid=1648848089&sprefix=dad+untold+stories+of+fatherhoo%2Caps%2C158&sr=8-1 Sandra Trew is a Certified Life Coach and host of the ‘Get Real Parental Coaching’ Podcast. Sandra obtained her certification from New Skills Academy and her Earlyhood Childcare degree from the University of East London in 2011. Prior to that, she was a nanny for 8 years, including living abroad. Currently, Sandra lives in the UK with her husband and two children. “The beauty of parenthood is not in the smiling photos we show the world. It is in the folds and creases of our lives.” On this real talk episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan and Sandra speak about what it means to be a conscious parent and why it’s an ongoing process, why tantrums happen and how to better manage them, how to set healthy boundaries within your household and with friends and colleagues and so much more! We covered as many parenting hot topics as possible- don’t miss it! Mentioned in this Episode: Get Real Parenting Podcast - https://www.buzzsprout.com/1863977 DAD: Untold Stories of Fatherhood. Love, Mental Health and Masculinity - https://www.amazon.com/DAD-Untold-stories-Fatherhood-Masculinity-ebook/dp/B0924JX5DT/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2WU1IX0DY6YAB&keywords=dad+untold+stories+of+fatherhood&qid=1648848089&sprefix=dad+untold+stories+of+fatherhoo%2Caps%2C158&sr=8-1 false full 7946be9c-8ec4-4700-a51f-bbb8667e231f On the Go Episode 52- HerStory: Celebrating Women’s History Month and Sharing My Own Personal Story For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Fri, 1 Apr 2022 00:36:16 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/on-the-go-episode-52-SI6Hsm4T For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> On the Go Episode 52- HerStory: Celebrating Women’s History Month and Sharing My Own Personal Story Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:09:20 March is Women’s History Month. It is an annual celebration that highlights the significant and powerful contributions of women to events in history and society. Historically, much of literature have not only failed to recognize the great accomplishments of women, rather they excluded women altogether. Today, women are making headlines for feats and accomplishments, highlighting to young girls that they are makers of history and helping boys understand and appreciate the female experience. On this very special episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan shares her own story of grit, strength and resilience as a child of immigrant parents who went from surviving to thriving. A not-to-be-missed episode! March is Women’s History Month. It is an annual celebration that highlights the significant and powerful contributions of women to events in history and society. Historically, much of literature have not only failed to recognize the great accomplishments of women, rather they excluded women altogether. Today, women are making headlines for feats and accomplishments, highlighting to young girls that they are makers of history and helping boys understand and appreciate the female experience. On this very special episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan shares her own story of grit, strength and resilience as a child of immigrant parents who went from surviving to thriving. A not-to-be-missed episode! false full 715f663a-b587-42b9-97cd-f303ed37afbf Episode 51- What Does It Mean to Be ‘Healthy’? A Pediatric Researcher Shares her Findings Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Melissa’ research publication: vitamin D status during gestation

 

Melissa’s research publication: diet quality and exposure to environmental toxins

 

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans

 

For more on Melissa Melough, you can follow her on Twitter @MMoserRD and on LinkedIn @MelissaMelough.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Sat, 19 Mar 2022 03:12:02 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-51-what-does-it-mean-to-be-healthy-a-pediatric-researcher-shares-her-findings-nXhV3qvY Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Melissa’ research publication: vitamin D status during gestation

 

Melissa’s research publication: diet quality and exposure to environmental toxins

 

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans

 

For more on Melissa Melough, you can follow her on Twitter @MMoserRD and on LinkedIn @MelissaMelough.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Episode 51- What Does It Mean to Be ‘Healthy’? A Pediatric Researcher Shares her Findings Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:35:45 People often look to nutrition research to help them make important decisions about their health. What should I eat? What do I avoid? How can I best improve my quality of life and those of my loved ones? In the past 30 years, there has been a tremendous increase in research on diet and health. How can information from those studies be used to make health recommendations when so many factors are involved? On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Melissa Melough, a Registered Dietitian and Research Scientist at Seattle Children’s Research Institute. Melissa completed her dietetic internship at Yale New Haven Hospital in Connecticut and her Doctor of Philosophy in Nutritional Sciences at the University of Connecticut. She has previously worked at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and University of Connecticut in research. Argavan and Melissa discuss the interplay between diet and environment and the impact on child development, the effectiveness of the dietary guidelines for Americans and other public health measures for food and nutrition as well Melissa’s latest research publications, one involving environmental toxin exposure. People often look to nutrition research to help them make important decisions about their health. What should I eat? What do I avoid? How can I best improve my quality of life and those of my loved ones? In the past 30 years, there has been a tremendous increase in research on diet and health. How can information from those studies be used to make health recommendations when so many factors are involved? On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Melissa Melough, a Registered Dietitian and Research Scientist at Seattle Children’s Research Institute. Melissa completed her dietetic internship at Yale New Haven Hospital in Connecticut and her Doctor of Philosophy in Nutritional Sciences at the University of Connecticut. She has previously worked at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and University of Connecticut in research. Argavan and Melissa discuss the interplay between diet and environment and the impact on child development, the effectiveness of the dietary guidelines for Americans and other public health measures for food and nutrition as well Melissa’s latest research publications, one involving environmental toxin exposure. false full 8955a3ef-2a7a-4fc0-b59a-0d03a3a99638 Episode 50- An Integrative and Holistic Approach to Improving Our Children’s Health and Well-being Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Enviromental Working Group‘s (EWG) Guide to Pesticides in Produce

 

Raising Amazing Podcast

 

Kiki Milk

 

For more on Dr.Joel Warsh, you can follow him on Instagram @drjoelgator and through his website https://integrativepediatricsandmedicine.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

 

]]> Thu, 17 Mar 2022 03:32:18 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-50-an-integrative-and-holistic-approach-to-improving-our-childrens-health-and-well-being-z_NHKcZE Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Enviromental Working Group‘s (EWG) Guide to Pesticides in Produce

 

Raising Amazing Podcast

 

Kiki Milk

 

For more on Dr.Joel Warsh, you can follow him on Instagram @drjoelgator and through his website https://integrativepediatricsandmedicine.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

 

]]> Episode 50- An Integrative and Holistic Approach to Improving Our Children’s Health and Well-being Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:54:47 Integrative medicine is a philosophy of care that looks at the child as a whole person- in the context of their birth and medical history, family and household, the community, their emotional well-being, their diet, quality of sleep and physical activity. With acute and chronic illnesses in children skyrocketing, we need to look at the foundation of health- the basics that we all need to prioritize, yet they are often overlooked in conventional medicine. Rather than doom and gloom, we need to support families to empower them to make the best choices for themselves and household members. On this valuable episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Dr. Joel Warsh aka “Dr. Gator”, an integrative and holistic board-certified pediatrician in Los Angeles, California. Dr Gator grew up in Toronto, Canada and completed a Master’s Degree in Epidemiology and Community Health before earning his medical degree from Thomas Jefferson Medical College. He completed his pediatric residency at Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles. He founded Integrative Pediatrics and Medicine in 2018, where he works today. Dr. Gator has published research in peer-reviewed journals on topics including childhood injuries, obesity, and physical activity. He has been featured in numerous documentaries, films, podcasts, and articles. Argavan and Dr. Gator discuss the difference in integrative vs conventional medicine and why patient care should not be a “one size fits all”; why we are seeing skyrocketing rates of childhood acute and chronic illnesses and what we should prioritize in our everyday lives; and what it means to raise an “amazing kid”. You don’t want to miss this enlightening and compassionate episode for every parent out there! Integrative medicine is a philosophy of care that looks at the child as a whole person- in the context of their birth and medical history, family and household, the community, their emotional well-being, their diet, quality of sleep and physical activity. With acute and chronic illnesses in children skyrocketing, we need to look at the foundation of health- the basics that we all need to prioritize, yet they are often overlooked in conventional medicine. Rather than doom and gloom, we need to support families to empower them to make the best choices for themselves and household members. On this valuable episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Dr. Joel Warsh aka “Dr. Gator”, an integrative and holistic board-certified pediatrician in Los Angeles, California. Dr Gator grew up in Toronto, Canada and completed a Master’s Degree in Epidemiology and Community Health before earning his medical degree from Thomas Jefferson Medical College. He completed his pediatric residency at Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles. He founded Integrative Pediatrics and Medicine in 2018, where he works today. Dr. Gator has published research in peer-reviewed journals on topics including childhood injuries, obesity, and physical activity. He has been featured in numerous documentaries, films, podcasts, and articles. Argavan and Dr. Gator discuss the difference in integrative vs conventional medicine and why patient care should not be a “one size fits all”; why we are seeing skyrocketing rates of childhood acute and chronic illnesses and what we should prioritize in our everyday lives; and what it means to raise an “amazing kid”. You don’t want to miss this enlightening and compassionate episode for every parent out there! false full 897586e9-366f-4548-bea2-ef879dd5859e Episode 49- A Passion for Sustainability and Nourishing Foods Mentioned in this Episode:

Information about dressings and Farmhouse Lab’s online shop

- https://www.farmhouselab.com

 

Farmhouse Lab’s free downloads 

- https://www.farmhouselab.com/farmhouse-lab-blog

 

Monthly newsletter- sign up for recipes, discounts, events; scroll down to “stay connected” and enter your email

 

For more on Daniela Kratz, you can follow her on Instagram @farmhouse_lab and through her website https://www.farmhouselab.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Sat, 12 Mar 2022 20:07:44 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-49-a-passion-for-sustainability-and-nourishing-foods-JOHNtBad Mentioned in this Episode:

Information about dressings and Farmhouse Lab’s online shop

- https://www.farmhouselab.com

 

Farmhouse Lab’s free downloads 

- https://www.farmhouselab.com/farmhouse-lab-blog

 

Monthly newsletter- sign up for recipes, discounts, events; scroll down to “stay connected” and enter your email

 

For more on Daniela Kratz, you can follow her on Instagram @farmhouse_lab and through her website https://www.farmhouselab.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Episode 49- A Passion for Sustainability and Nourishing Foods Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:38:52 We cannot have a discussion about food culture without addressing how food is grown, bought, stored, cooked and discarded as food waste. Sustainable eating is not just food that is healthier for us, but it has a positive impact on our environment. On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Daniela Kratz, the founder and creator of Farmhouse Lab, where she creates high-quality sustainably sourced vinaigrette-style real food dressings. Daniela switched gears from her leadership role with a large global corporation to pursue her passion of joyful, sustainable plant-based eating that encourages people to make beautiful meals at home that are healthy and delicious. Argavan and Daniela discuss the role of dressings in the overall mealtime experience, the skills that were helpful in launching her private business and the importance of accessibility as well as tips for families to encourage their picky/selective eaters to expand their food choices while making mealtime pleasurable. A beautiful conversation indeed! We cannot have a discussion about food culture without addressing how food is grown, bought, stored, cooked and discarded as food waste. Sustainable eating is not just food that is healthier for us, but it has a positive impact on our environment. On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Daniela Kratz, the founder and creator of Farmhouse Lab, where she creates high-quality sustainably sourced vinaigrette-style real food dressings. Daniela switched gears from her leadership role with a large global corporation to pursue her passion of joyful, sustainable plant-based eating that encourages people to make beautiful meals at home that are healthy and delicious. Argavan and Daniela discuss the role of dressings in the overall mealtime experience, the skills that were helpful in launching her private business and the importance of accessibility as well as tips for families to encourage their picky/selective eaters to expand their food choices while making mealtime pleasurable. A beautiful conversation indeed! false full f64862fc-caee-44a5-a673-efb1d7c06298 Episode 48- Effective Strategies to Set Health and Wellness Goals and Stick to Them! Mentioned in this Episode:

Wellness Your Way podcast: 

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wellness-your-way-with-megan lyons/id1531030448?uo=4

 

WAKEUP+GO blog post:

https://www.thelyonsshare.org/2022/01/03/wakeupgo-a-morning-routine-checklist-that-will-change-your-life/

 

WAKEUP+GO podcast:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/e64-wakeup-go-the-8-minute-morning-routine-that-will/id1531030448?i=1000546874656

 

WAKEUP+GO YouTube video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ghzWpOsVHT4&t=64s

 

Affirmations blog post:

https://www.thelyonsshare.org/2018/10/16/how-to-write-affirmations/

 

One pan meals blog post: 

https://www.thelyonsshare.org/2018/01/09/20-healthy-one-pan-meals-save-time/

 

For more on Megan Lyons, you can follow her on Instagram @thelyonsshare, on Facebook: The Lyons Share Wellness page and through her website www.thelyonsshare.org.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

 

]]> Fri, 11 Mar 2022 07:10:58 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-48-effective-strategies-to-set-health-and-wellness-goals-and-stick-to-them-KU7w1We9 Mentioned in this Episode:

Wellness Your Way podcast: 

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wellness-your-way-with-megan lyons/id1531030448?uo=4

 

WAKEUP+GO blog post:

https://www.thelyonsshare.org/2022/01/03/wakeupgo-a-morning-routine-checklist-that-will-change-your-life/

 

WAKEUP+GO podcast:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/e64-wakeup-go-the-8-minute-morning-routine-that-will/id1531030448?i=1000546874656

 

WAKEUP+GO YouTube video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ghzWpOsVHT4&t=64s

 

Affirmations blog post:

https://www.thelyonsshare.org/2018/10/16/how-to-write-affirmations/

 

One pan meals blog post: 

https://www.thelyonsshare.org/2018/01/09/20-healthy-one-pan-meals-save-time/

 

For more on Megan Lyons, you can follow her on Instagram @thelyonsshare, on Facebook: The Lyons Share Wellness page and through her website www.thelyonsshare.org.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

 

]]> Episode 48- Effective Strategies to Set Health and Wellness Goals and Stick to Them! Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:43:06 We are not human doings, rather we are human beings. Yet in our energy-crazed high-stress over-scheduled lives, the more we strive for health and wellness, the more frustrated we feel when we don’t’ achieve our goals. What gives? How can we make our health goals not only stick long term, but actually fun? On this empowering episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Megan Lyons, a Board-Certified Holistic Nutritionist by the National Association of Nutrition Professionals (NANP) and a Certified Group Fitness Instructor with the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) and the Athletics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA). Megan graduated from Harvard University with honors in economics and received her MBA from Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University. Argavan and Megan discuss her role as a health coach in her private practice, her online community and her podcast, her top health and wellness advice that is practical and impactful and tips to make meal prepping more successful. Lots of wisdom that is encouraging- don’t miss this one! We are not human doings, rather we are human beings. Yet in our energy-crazed high-stress over-scheduled lives, the more we strive for health and wellness, the more frustrated we feel when we don’t’ achieve our goals. What gives? How can we make our health goals not only stick long term, but actually fun? On this empowering episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Megan Lyons, a Board-Certified Holistic Nutritionist by the National Association of Nutrition Professionals (NANP) and a Certified Group Fitness Instructor with the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) and the Athletics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA). Megan graduated from Harvard University with honors in economics and received her MBA from Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University. Argavan and Megan discuss her role as a health coach in her private practice, her online community and her podcast, her top health and wellness advice that is practical and impactful and tips to make meal prepping more successful. Lots of wisdom that is encouraging- don’t miss this one! false full ca4f7b12-c2a3-48a0-9a25-d0dd8a80f01e Episode 47- The Profound Impact of Nutrition and Stress on Resilience in Children Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Jess Sherman’s book: Raising Resilience- Take the Stress Out of Feeding Your Family and Love Your Life

 

Blog:

 

For more on Jess Sherman, you can follow her on Instagram @jess.sherman_raisingresilience

and through her website https://www.jesssherman.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Sun, 27 Feb 2022 18:00:00 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-47-the-profound-impact-of-nutrition-and-stress-on-resilience-in-children-IAT19Bqe Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Jess Sherman’s book: Raising Resilience- Take the Stress Out of Feeding Your Family and Love Your Life

 

Blog:

 

For more on Jess Sherman, you can follow her on Instagram @jess.sherman_raisingresilience

and through her website https://www.jesssherman.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 47- The Profound Impact of Nutrition and Stress on Resilience in Children Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:53:19 When we discuss learning, behavior and mental health in children, we must focus on nutrition. Oftentimes, that does not happen. We are doing a huge disservice to children and their families if we are not looking at the whole big picture. “Biology shapes psychology and psychology shapes biology”. In other words, it’s the intricate mind body connection. On this episode of The Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Jess Sherman, a Functional Nutrition Practitioner and award winning Registered Holistic Nutritionist, board certified in Practical Holistic Nutrition and a family health educator. Jess holds a masters degree in Education from the University of Toronto in Toronto, Canada. She is the author of the book titled, Raising Resilience: Take the Stress Out of Feeding your Family and Love Your Life. She’s actively involved with her online coaching program and virtual community called Raising Resilience. Argavan and Jess discuss how anxiety is related to autism, ADHD, ticks and other mood disorders and the role of inflammation, the key nutrients to focus on that many kids are deficient in, how the pandemic has impacted the learning and stress response in children and so much more. Tune in to this compassionate conversation that all caregivers can benefit from! When we discuss learning, behavior and mental health in children, we must focus on nutrition. Oftentimes, that does not happen. We are doing a huge disservice to children and their families if we are not looking at the whole big picture. “Biology shapes psychology and psychology shapes biology”. In other words, it’s the intricate mind body connection. On this episode of The Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Jess Sherman, a Functional Nutrition Practitioner and award winning Registered Holistic Nutritionist, board certified in Practical Holistic Nutrition and a family health educator. Jess holds a masters degree in Education from the University of Toronto in Toronto, Canada. She is the author of the book titled, Raising Resilience: Take the Stress Out of Feeding your Family and Love Your Life. She’s actively involved with her online coaching program and virtual community called Raising Resilience. Argavan and Jess discuss how anxiety is related to autism, ADHD, ticks and other mood disorders and the role of inflammation, the key nutrients to focus on that many kids are deficient in, how the pandemic has impacted the learning and stress response in children and so much more. Tune in to this compassionate conversation that all caregivers can benefit from! false full e042c7cd-ec46-43b7-93f3-058a81fe724f Episode 46- Nutrition and Hormonal Health in the Female Athlete Mentioned in this Episode and Abby’s Recommendations:

 

3 Day Sample Meal Plan for the Active Female

 

Anti-inflammatory smoothie recipe

 

For more on Abby Grimm, you can follow her on Instagram @abbygrimm_rd and @fwdfuel and through her website https://linktr.ee/abby_vichill.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Fri, 25 Feb 2022 20:34:06 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-46-qqtFpbNH Mentioned in this Episode and Abby’s Recommendations:

 

3 Day Sample Meal Plan for the Active Female

 

Anti-inflammatory smoothie recipe

 

For more on Abby Grimm, you can follow her on Instagram @abbygrimm_rd and @fwdfuel and through her website https://linktr.ee/abby_vichill.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Episode 46- Nutrition and Hormonal Health in the Female Athlete Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 01:08:34 A discussion about women’s health should include gut health, hormonal cycle and nutrition status as critical factors in performance ability, prevention of injury and recovery from injury should it occur. Did you know that we need to be supporting the different phases of our menstrual cycle by varying the foods we eat and the type of exercises we do? On this insightful episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Abby Grimm, a functionally trained performance dietitian located in Cleveland, Ohio. Abby works in private practice for FWDfuel Sports Nutrition, where she guides individuals on using lifestyle and food as medicine to optimize their health and performance. She specializes in working with females who suffer from hormone imbalances, menstrual irregularities, and poor gut health. After spending years working through her own hormone and gut issues Abby is on a mission to help women understand their female physiology, in particular, the critical role female hormones and the menstrual cycle play in not only fitness goals, but overall human health. Abby obtained her Bachelor of Science from the University of Dayton, her Master of Science in Nutrition from Case Western Reserve University and she completed her dietetic internship at University Hospitals in Cleveland, Ohio. Argavan and Abby discuss the most common women’s health issues Abby encounters with her clients, how stress and other lifestyle factors affect hormonal health and how women would benefit from adjusting workouts and nutrition around their menstrual cycles. Furthermore, Argavan and Abby dive into the latest diet fads/trends and why they may or may not be recommended. A not to be missed episode! A discussion about women’s health should include gut health, hormonal cycle and nutrition status as critical factors in performance ability, prevention of injury and recovery from injury should it occur. Did you know that we need to be supporting the different phases of our menstrual cycle by varying the foods we eat and the type of exercises we do? On this insightful episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Abby Grimm, a functionally trained performance dietitian located in Cleveland, Ohio. Abby works in private practice for FWDfuel Sports Nutrition, where she guides individuals on using lifestyle and food as medicine to optimize their health and performance. She specializes in working with females who suffer from hormone imbalances, menstrual irregularities, and poor gut health. After spending years working through her own hormone and gut issues Abby is on a mission to help women understand their female physiology, in particular, the critical role female hormones and the menstrual cycle play in not only fitness goals, but overall human health. Abby obtained her Bachelor of Science from the University of Dayton, her Master of Science in Nutrition from Case Western Reserve University and she completed her dietetic internship at University Hospitals in Cleveland, Ohio. Argavan and Abby discuss the most common women’s health issues Abby encounters with her clients, how stress and other lifestyle factors affect hormonal health and how women would benefit from adjusting workouts and nutrition around their menstrual cycles. Furthermore, Argavan and Abby dive into the latest diet fads/trends and why they may or may not be recommended. A not to be missed episode! false full 0b2672c1-8ea4-4c91-b976-f2b226d24f40 On the Go Episode 45- The Rise in Eating Disorders in Adolescents and Teens: What Every Caregiver Should Know Mentioned in this Episode and Recommended Resources:

 

  • ANAD Support at Every Stage

https://anad.org/get-help/support-at-every-stage/

 

  • National Eating Disorder Association (NEDA)

www.nationaleatingdisorders.org

 

  • Academy for Eating Disorders (AED)

www.aedweb.org

 

  • The Alliance for Eating Disorders Awareness Treatment Center & Practitioner Directory

findedhelp.com

 

  • The Body Positive

www.thebodypositive.org

 

  • Project HEAL

www.theprojectheal.org

 

  • National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders (ANAD)

https://anad.org/

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

 

]]> Fri, 18 Feb 2022 17:00:00 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/on-the-go-episode-45-the-rise-in-eating-disorders-in-adolescents-and-teens-what-every-caregiver-should-know-CL23TPAH Mentioned in this Episode and Recommended Resources:

 

  • ANAD Support at Every Stage

https://anad.org/get-help/support-at-every-stage/

 

  • National Eating Disorder Association (NEDA)

www.nationaleatingdisorders.org

 

  • Academy for Eating Disorders (AED)

www.aedweb.org

 

  • The Alliance for Eating Disorders Awareness Treatment Center & Practitioner Directory

findedhelp.com

 

  • The Body Positive

www.thebodypositive.org

 

  • Project HEAL

www.theprojectheal.org

 

  • National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders (ANAD)

https://anad.org/

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

 

]]> On the Go Episode 45- The Rise in Eating Disorders in Adolescents and Teens: What Every Caregiver Should Know Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:15:10 Disclaimer: Today’s topic is an extremely sensitive one. This podcast does not provide medical advice. The information on this podcast is for informational purposes only. No material on this site is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. The National Suicide Hotline is open 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, and is staffed by trained professionals. It can be reached at 1-800-273-8255. Eating disorders comes in many forms, and it’s much more complicated than people know. “Eating disorder” (ED) is a blanket term for a variety of illnesses that greatly affect people’s eating habits and relationships with food. Many eating disorders involve a preoccupation with weight, but that is not always the case. According to the National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders, 9% of the U.S. population, or 28.8 million Americans, will have an eating disorder in their lifetime. Eating disorders are among the deadliest mental illnesses, second only to opioid overdose. About 26% of people with eating disorders attempt suicide. In talking about children and young adults, 81% of 10-year-old children are afraid of being fat. My goal is to provide you with the necessary information about the different eating disorders, how to recognize if your child is at risk, as well as provide reputable resources to find out more information so you can access support and services. An important episode for all caregivers! Disclaimer: Today’s topic is an extremely sensitive one. This podcast does not provide medical advice. The information on this podcast is for informational purposes only. No material on this site is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. The National Suicide Hotline is open 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, and is staffed by trained professionals. It can be reached at 1-800-273-8255. Eating disorders comes in many forms, and it’s much more complicated than people know. “Eating disorder” (ED) is a blanket term for a variety of illnesses that greatly affect people’s eating habits and relationships with food. Many eating disorders involve a preoccupation with weight, but that is not always the case. According to the National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders, 9% of the U.S. population, or 28.8 million Americans, will have an eating disorder in their lifetime. Eating disorders are among the deadliest mental illnesses, second only to opioid overdose. About 26% of people with eating disorders attempt suicide. In talking about children and young adults, 81% of 10-year-old children are afraid of being fat. My goal is to provide you with the necessary information about the different eating disorders, how to recognize if your child is at risk, as well as provide reputable resources to find out more information so you can access support and services. An important episode for all caregivers! false full 326f5a57-e7a6-4132-ae9d-d4537b8aa07a Episode 44- The Enneagram Prison Project: Unravelling the Human Potential Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Dr. Nadine Burke Harris and the ACE Study

 

Dr. Nadine Burke Harris on the Impact of Childhood Adversity

 

  • https://www.pbs.org/wnet/amanpour-and-company/video/nadine-burke-harris-on-the-impact-of-childhood-adversity/

 

EPP Town Hall Meeting with Susan Olesek and Dr. Gabor Maté

 

 

 

For more on Susan Olesek, you can follow her through her websites https://enneagramprisonproject.org/, https://thehumanpotentialist.com/ and https://susanolesek.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

 

]]> Sun, 13 Feb 2022 19:44:55 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-44-the-enneagram-prison-project-unravelling-the-human-potential-A_Y7Nn6j Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Dr. Nadine Burke Harris and the ACE Study

 

Dr. Nadine Burke Harris on the Impact of Childhood Adversity

 

  • https://www.pbs.org/wnet/amanpour-and-company/video/nadine-burke-harris-on-the-impact-of-childhood-adversity/

 

EPP Town Hall Meeting with Susan Olesek and Dr. Gabor Maté

 

 

 

For more on Susan Olesek, you can follow her through her websites https://enneagramprisonproject.org/, https://thehumanpotentialist.com/ and https://susanolesek.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

 

]]> Episode 44- The Enneagram Prison Project: Unravelling the Human Potential Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:39:24 Why do we behave the way we do? Why do we judge others for the way they act and is it, at all, related to how we see ourselves? Why do people suffer for so long? Those who have committed the worst crimes are the ones who have suffered unspeakable cruelties done to them. People who have been labelled 'criminals' have learned violence, addiction and rage from those they trusted most in the world. As a child, they looked to those around them to protect them and keep them safe. Oftentimes, that was not the case. We need to change the dialogue around personalities, learned behavior and coping mechanisms later in life. On this powerful episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Susan Olesek, the founder of The Enneagram Prison Project (EPP), a non-profit offering self-awareness education to the incarcerated through the Enneagram. Susan graduated with a BA in Sociology from Occidental College. She became a certified Enneagram teacher in 2009, and in 2012 Susan founded The Enneagram Prison Project. In her words, her mission is to "inspire transformation - on both sides of the bars - through self-awareness, self-compassion, and self-regulation". Argavan and Susan discuss her own deep personal experience with trauma and how it lead her to work with the Enneagram, the knowledge and wisdom she gained through working closely with inmates and how the Enneagram is a useful tool that all parents can benefit from to gain self-awareness in order to foster calm, positive and mindful relationships with their child(ren). Why do we behave the way we do? Why do we judge others for the way they act and is it, at all, related to how we see ourselves? Why do people suffer for so long? Those who have committed the worst crimes are the ones who have suffered unspeakable cruelties done to them. People who have been labelled 'criminals' have learned violence, addiction and rage from those they trusted most in the world. As a child, they looked to those around them to protect them and keep them safe. Oftentimes, that was not the case. We need to change the dialogue around personalities, learned behavior and coping mechanisms later in life. On this powerful episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Susan Olesek, the founder of The Enneagram Prison Project (EPP), a non-profit offering self-awareness education to the incarcerated through the Enneagram. Susan graduated with a BA in Sociology from Occidental College. She became a certified Enneagram teacher in 2009, and in 2012 Susan founded The Enneagram Prison Project. In her words, her mission is to "inspire transformation - on both sides of the bars - through self-awareness, self-compassion, and self-regulation". Argavan and Susan discuss her own deep personal experience with trauma and how it lead her to work with the Enneagram, the knowledge and wisdom she gained through working closely with inmates and how the Enneagram is a useful tool that all parents can benefit from to gain self-awareness in order to foster calm, positive and mindful relationships with their child(ren). false full c2a20686-2a9f-4f68-9d4b-c9215f1c7737 Episode 43- Nutrition and the Professional Athlete Mentioned in this Episode:

FWDfuel blog

 

Discounted anti-inflammatory course for the BSN listeners!

 

For more on Kylene, you can follow her through her website fwdfuel.com.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Thu, 10 Feb 2022 05:12:58 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-43-nutrition-and-the-professional-athlete-Crkvjmn_ Mentioned in this Episode:

FWDfuel blog

 

Discounted anti-inflammatory course for the BSN listeners!

 

For more on Kylene, you can follow her through her website fwdfuel.com.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 43- Nutrition and the Professional Athlete Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:36:08 Nutrition is particularly important for athletes due to the stress and high energy demands they put on their bodies. With nutritional deficiencies and other underlying health conditions, athletes are at risk of injury, poor recovery from injury and or surgery and decreased overall performance. Food is not only medicine, food is the essential fuel to perform at the highest and most efficient athletic ability. On this exciting episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Kylene Bogden, a board-certified Sports Dietitian who is highly trained in Functional Nutrition. She holds a bachelor's degree in Nutrition and Dietetics, a master’s degree in Exercise Physiology and completed her accredited dietetic internship at Tulane University School of Public Health & Tropical Medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. As a former college athlete and Certified LEAP Therapist, Kylene specializes in nutrition for performance while taking into account food sensitivities, gut health and nutrient deficiencies. Kylene is currently the Performance Dietitian for the Cleveland Cavaliers and founder of FWDfuel. Argavan and Kylene discuss how nutrition impacts performance, especially at the professional level, the top health challenges that pro athletes struggle with and incredibly useful advice for teen and young adult athletes to maximize their performance and overall well-being.A must listen for fitness enthusiasts! Nutrition is particularly important for athletes due to the stress and high energy demands they put on their bodies. With nutritional deficiencies and other underlying health conditions, athletes are at risk of injury, poor recovery from injury and or surgery and decreased overall performance. Food is not only medicine, food is the essential fuel to perform at the highest and most efficient athletic ability. On this exciting episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Kylene Bogden, a board-certified Sports Dietitian who is highly trained in Functional Nutrition. She holds a bachelor's degree in Nutrition and Dietetics, a master’s degree in Exercise Physiology and completed her accredited dietetic internship at Tulane University School of Public Health & Tropical Medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. As a former college athlete and Certified LEAP Therapist, Kylene specializes in nutrition for performance while taking into account food sensitivities, gut health and nutrient deficiencies. Kylene is currently the Performance Dietitian for the Cleveland Cavaliers and founder of FWDfuel. Argavan and Kylene discuss how nutrition impacts performance, especially at the professional level, the top health challenges that pro athletes struggle with and incredibly useful advice for teen and young adult athletes to maximize their performance and overall well-being.A must listen for fitness enthusiasts! false full 69e5bdac-315f-44a9-b608-a40d5f1b7127 Episode 42: The Health and Environmental Impacts of the Foods We Eat Mentioned in this Episode:


Paper: Dietary intake and its contribution to longitudinal organophosphorus pesticide exposure in urban/suburban children by Dr. Lu et al.

 

Curl Agricultural Health Research Lab research

 

Consumer Reports Pesticide in Produce Cheat Sheet

 

For more on Dr. Curl, you can follow her through her website https://www.boisestate.edu/agriculturalhealth/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Thu, 27 Jan 2022 21:30:55 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-42-the-health-and-environmental-impacts-of-the-foods-we-eat-h_MGK5nW Mentioned in this Episode:


Paper: Dietary intake and its contribution to longitudinal organophosphorus pesticide exposure in urban/suburban children by Dr. Lu et al.

 

Curl Agricultural Health Research Lab research

 

Consumer Reports Pesticide in Produce Cheat Sheet

 

For more on Dr. Curl, you can follow her through her website https://www.boisestate.edu/agriculturalhealth/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 42: The Health and Environmental Impacts of the Foods We Eat Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:42:29 We are exposed to thousands of environmental chemicals every day- through food, drinking water, air pollution, and consumer products, which are putting a toxic burden on our minds and bodies. Numerous studies have documented the link between chemical exposure and fetal and childhood developmental delays; decreased fertility; altered hormone and enzyme levels;; immune system changes and various cancers, along with a long list of other adverse health outcomes. On this informative and important episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Dr. Cynthia Curl, co-director for the Center for Excellence in Environmental Health & Safety for Boise State. Dr. Curl obtained her Ph.D. in Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences from the University of Washington and joined Public Health and Population Science at Boise State University in 2015. Dr. Curl has earned several honors and awards, including the prestigious Science to Achieve Results (STAR) Fellowship from the Environmental Protection Agency and the Magnuson Scholar Award, awarded each year to the top student in each of the Health Sciences Schools. She was recently named one of the 20 Pioneers under 40 in Environmental Public Health by the Collaborative on Health & Environment. Argavan and Dr. Curl discuss how environmental issues affect nutrition and well-being in humans, the differences between organic and conventional food and what we, as caregivers, need to know about how environmental toxins are impacting our children’s health and strategies for families to lower their toxin load. A must listen! We are exposed to thousands of environmental chemicals every day- through food, drinking water, air pollution, and consumer products, which are putting a toxic burden on our minds and bodies. Numerous studies have documented the link between chemical exposure and fetal and childhood developmental delays; decreased fertility; altered hormone and enzyme levels;; immune system changes and various cancers, along with a long list of other adverse health outcomes. On this informative and important episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Dr. Cynthia Curl, co-director for the Center for Excellence in Environmental Health & Safety for Boise State. Dr. Curl obtained her Ph.D. in Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences from the University of Washington and joined Public Health and Population Science at Boise State University in 2015. Dr. Curl has earned several honors and awards, including the prestigious Science to Achieve Results (STAR) Fellowship from the Environmental Protection Agency and the Magnuson Scholar Award, awarded each year to the top student in each of the Health Sciences Schools. She was recently named one of the 20 Pioneers under 40 in Environmental Public Health by the Collaborative on Health & Environment. Argavan and Dr. Curl discuss how environmental issues affect nutrition and well-being in humans, the differences between organic and conventional food and what we, as caregivers, need to know about how environmental toxins are impacting our children’s health and strategies for families to lower their toxin load. A must listen! false full 4b5d2b5b-c001-4cd5-b67e-7f8e4f610360 Episode 41: How to Be an Advocate for Your Child with Special Needs Mentioned in this Episode and Patrice’s Recommendations:

 

  • The Special Education Battlefield by Andrew Cuddy/Esq.
  • Ten Things your Student with Autism Wishes you Knew by Ellen Notbohm
  • The Autism Sourcebook by Karen Siff Exkorn
  • Nolo's IEP Guide for Learning Disabilities by Lawrence Siegel Attorney
  • From Gobbledygook to Clearly Written Annual IEP Goals by Barbara D. Bateman Ph.D. J.D.

 

      Speech Therapy Resources (from the soon-to-launch Acorn to Tree website)

 

      Occupational Therapy Resources

 

     Physical Therapy Resources

 

      Special Education Resources

 

For more on Patrice Badami, you can follow her on Instagram @acorntotree, on Twitter @acorntotree and through her website (launching soon!) www.acorntotree.com.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her websitewww.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Tue, 18 Jan 2022 03:18:20 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-41-how-to-be-an-advocate-for-your-child-with-special-needs-_e2x9x_e Mentioned in this Episode and Patrice’s Recommendations:

 

  • The Special Education Battlefield by Andrew Cuddy/Esq.
  • Ten Things your Student with Autism Wishes you Knew by Ellen Notbohm
  • The Autism Sourcebook by Karen Siff Exkorn
  • Nolo's IEP Guide for Learning Disabilities by Lawrence Siegel Attorney
  • From Gobbledygook to Clearly Written Annual IEP Goals by Barbara D. Bateman Ph.D. J.D.

 

      Speech Therapy Resources (from the soon-to-launch Acorn to Tree website)

 

      Occupational Therapy Resources

 

     Physical Therapy Resources

 

      Special Education Resources

 

For more on Patrice Badami, you can follow her on Instagram @acorntotree, on Twitter @acorntotree and through her website (launching soon!) www.acorntotree.com.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her websitewww.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Episode 41: How to Be an Advocate for Your Child with Special Needs Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:47:10 What exactly does it mean to be an advocate for a child with special needs? Our goal, as caregivers, is always to raise children to be happy and successful. But how does a caregiver navigate the overwhelming and sometimes complicated world of laws, resources and programs in their community? On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Patrice Badami, a passionate mother and advocate of children with special needs. Patrice earned her Master of Science degree in Childhood and Special Education from Long Island University. In addition, she holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Mass Communication and Journalism from St. Bonaventure in New York state. She is currently working towards her certificate in Early Childhood. Patrice is an Elementary and Special education teacher for a New York State school district. Patrice and Argavan discuss Patrice’s motivation to pursue the incredibly important and fulfilling path to helping families receive special education services, the valuable resources that Acorn to Tree provides and advice for caregivers to be the most proactive advocate for their child and best ways to tap into services that all families in need deserve. Tune in, feel empowered! What exactly does it mean to be an advocate for a child with special needs? Our goal, as caregivers, is always to raise children to be happy and successful. But how does a caregiver navigate the overwhelming and sometimes complicated world of laws, resources and programs in their community? On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Patrice Badami, a passionate mother and advocate of children with special needs. Patrice earned her Master of Science degree in Childhood and Special Education from Long Island University. In addition, she holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Mass Communication and Journalism from St. Bonaventure in New York state. She is currently working towards her certificate in Early Childhood. Patrice is an Elementary and Special education teacher for a New York State school district. Patrice and Argavan discuss Patrice’s motivation to pursue the incredibly important and fulfilling path to helping families receive special education services, the valuable resources that Acorn to Tree provides and advice for caregivers to be the most proactive advocate for their child and best ways to tap into services that all families in need deserve. Tune in, feel empowered! false full 51c75827-5b4d-4a80-a3b1-09ee7841eabf Episode 40: Interview with Dr. Marion Nestle- Power and Politics in America's Food Industry Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Dr. Nestle’s Daily Blog

 

Dr. Nestle’s Books

  • https://www.foodpolitics.com/books/

 

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans

 

Argavan Nilforoush’s solo episode on the Dietary Guidelines for Americans

  • https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/on-the-go-episode-38-the-dietary-guidelines-for/id1580301084?i=1000546816946

 

 

For more on Dr. Nestle, you can follow her on Twitter @marionnestle and through her website https://www.foodpolitics.com/about/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her websitewww.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

 

 

]]> Sat, 8 Jan 2022 02:37:02 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/interview-with-dr-marion-nestle-power-and-politics-in-americas-food-industry-K6VWAwrR Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Dr. Nestle’s Daily Blog

 

Dr. Nestle’s Books

  • https://www.foodpolitics.com/books/

 

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans

 

Argavan Nilforoush’s solo episode on the Dietary Guidelines for Americans

  • https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/on-the-go-episode-38-the-dietary-guidelines-for/id1580301084?i=1000546816946

 

 

For more on Dr. Nestle, you can follow her on Twitter @marionnestle and through her website https://www.foodpolitics.com/about/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her websitewww.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

 

 

]]> Episode 40: Interview with Dr. Marion Nestle- Power and Politics in America's Food Industry Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:31:29 As the public, as much as we’d like to put our trust and belief in governing bodies to provide honest and transparent messaging when it comes to food and nutrition, unfortunately this is not the case. What is the intersection between food, science, public health and politics? Why are the majority of chronic illnesses in this country linked to diet? On this influential episode of The Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with the one and only Dr. Marion Nestle, a Paulette Goddard Professor of Nutrition, Food Studies, and Public Health, at New York University. She is also Visiting Professor of Nutritional Sciences at Cornell University. She earned a Ph.D. in molecular biology and an M.P.H. in public health nutrition from the University of California, Berkeley, and has been awarded honorary degrees from Transylvania University in Kentucky (2012) and from the City University of New York’s Macaulay Honors College (2016). Dr. Nestle’s research examines scientific and socioeconomic influences on food choice, obesity, and food safety, with an emphasis on the role of food industry influence. Furthermore, she is the author of six prize-winning books, including Food Politics: How the Food Industry Influences Nutrition and Health, and most recently Unsavory Truth: How Food Companies Skew the Science of What We Eat. She’s also written books about politics in pet food. Dr. Nestle and Argavan discuss why it’s not easy to be a ‘smart’ consumer, the supply and demand around 'functional' foods and the real truth behind health claims and why, in a very wealthy country like the United States, the majority of people are overfed yet undernourished. Incredibly fascinating and eye-opening information every single person should know about! Don’t miss it! As the public, as much as we’d like to put our trust and belief in governing bodies to provide honest and transparent messaging when it comes to food and nutrition, unfortunately this is not the case. What is the intersection between food, science, public health and politics? Why are the majority of chronic illnesses in this country linked to diet? On this influential episode of The Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with the one and only Dr. Marion Nestle, a Paulette Goddard Professor of Nutrition, Food Studies, and Public Health, at New York University. She is also Visiting Professor of Nutritional Sciences at Cornell University. She earned a Ph.D. in molecular biology and an M.P.H. in public health nutrition from the University of California, Berkeley, and has been awarded honorary degrees from Transylvania University in Kentucky (2012) and from the City University of New York’s Macaulay Honors College (2016). Dr. Nestle’s research examines scientific and socioeconomic influences on food choice, obesity, and food safety, with an emphasis on the role of food industry influence. Furthermore, she is the author of six prize-winning books, including Food Politics: How the Food Industry Influences Nutrition and Health, and most recently Unsavory Truth: How Food Companies Skew the Science of What We Eat. She’s also written books about politics in pet food. Dr. Nestle and Argavan discuss why it’s not easy to be a ‘smart’ consumer, the supply and demand around 'functional' foods and the real truth behind health claims and why, in a very wealthy country like the United States, the majority of people are overfed yet undernourished. Incredibly fascinating and eye-opening information every single person should know about! Don’t miss it! false full 31948008-f4c1-4a7b-b51f-30de9bb22efc Episode 39: Collective Trauma and the Importance of Hope in the Healing Journey Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Production company and more about Eric and his projects.


 

unMASKing HOPE - Current film.

-           www.unmaskinghopethemovie.com – 

 

Searching for Home: Coming Back from War - Previous film


-           www.searchingforhomethemovie.com - 

 

A Race to Nowwhere

 

  • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BE7TLXbXROg

 

 

TikTok
https://www.tiktok.com/@ericchristiansen08

 

Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/unmaskinghope/

Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/unmaskinghope

 

 

For more on Eric Christiansen, you can follow him on Instagram @unmaskinghope, on Facebook: Unmasking Hope page, on TikTok @erichchristiansen08 and through his website www.ecproductions.com

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her websitewww.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Thu, 6 Jan 2022 04:06:16 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-39-collective-trauma-and-the-importance-of-hope-in-the-healing-journey-uHKfV2Uw Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Production company and more about Eric and his projects.


 

unMASKing HOPE - Current film.

-           www.unmaskinghopethemovie.com – 

 

Searching for Home: Coming Back from War - Previous film


-           www.searchingforhomethemovie.com - 

 

A Race to Nowwhere

 

  • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BE7TLXbXROg

 

 

TikTok
https://www.tiktok.com/@ericchristiansen08

 

Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/unmaskinghope/

Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/unmaskinghope

 

 

For more on Eric Christiansen, you can follow him on Instagram @unmaskinghope, on Facebook: Unmasking Hope page, on TikTok @erichchristiansen08 and through his website www.ecproductions.com

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her websitewww.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Episode 39: Collective Trauma and the Importance of Hope in the Healing Journey Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:42:14 The pandemic has had a pronounced impact on mental health. There is no doubt that mental health awareness is here to stay, and everyone, to differing degrees, have suffered from post-traumatic stress disorder whether directly or indirectly related to COVID-19. The feelings of loss, grief, and isolation are felt and talked about more than ever before. Eric Christiansen is a director, producer, editor and filmmaker. After experiencing a life altering event, followed by years of alcohol and drugs to cope, Eric turned to the power of storytelling and story making to deliver messages of hope and resilience. Eric is a seven-time Emmy Award recipient as well as the recipient of several other industry awards, to name a few. On this special episode of The Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Eric shares his personal connection with trauma, the biggest take away lesson or moment that remains with him from each of his films and the direction he’s taking towards bridging fatherhood and advocacy through shared experiences. The pandemic has had a pronounced impact on mental health. There is no doubt that mental health awareness is here to stay, and everyone, to differing degrees, have suffered from post-traumatic stress disorder whether directly or indirectly related to COVID-19. The feelings of loss, grief, and isolation are felt and talked about more than ever before. Eric Christiansen is a director, producer, editor and filmmaker. After experiencing a life altering event, followed by years of alcohol and drugs to cope, Eric turned to the power of storytelling and story making to deliver messages of hope and resilience. Eric is a seven-time Emmy Award recipient as well as the recipient of several other industry awards, to name a few. On this special episode of The Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Eric shares his personal connection with trauma, the biggest take away lesson or moment that remains with him from each of his films and the direction he’s taking towards bridging fatherhood and advocacy through shared experiences. false full 16f1120c-ab7f-434d-b3b8-39317bbc3749 On the Go Episode 38: The Dietary Guidelines for Americans- What Everyone SHOULD Know! Mentioned In this Episode:

 

The Dietary Guidelines for American’s full document

  • https://www.dietaryguidelines.gov/sites/default/files/2020-12/Dietary_Guidelines_for_Americans_2020-2025.pdf

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her websitewww.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Mon, 3 Jan 2022 19:44:24 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/on-the-go-episode-the-dietary-guidelines-for-americans-what-everyone-should-know-NqypQ5mJ Mentioned In this Episode:

 

The Dietary Guidelines for American’s full document

  • https://www.dietaryguidelines.gov/sites/default/files/2020-12/Dietary_Guidelines_for_Americans_2020-2025.pdf

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her websitewww.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> On the Go Episode 38: The Dietary Guidelines for Americans- What Everyone SHOULD Know! Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:16:05 It’s a new year, which means new goals, intentions or resolutions (however you may refer to it). For most people, changes to their food and exercise habits are usually at the top of their list. So it’s fitting that today’s topic is about the update for the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. We have two concurrent epidemics in our country- one is infectious, as we all know Covid-19, and the other is noninfectious, but has been climbing at alarming rates for decades- those are nutrition-related chronic diseases. I will delve deep into what this important public health tool is, that is the foundation for local, state, and national health promotion and disease prevention initiatives- and what you may not know! This episode is for everyone! It’s a new year, which means new goals, intentions or resolutions (however you may refer to it). For most people, changes to their food and exercise habits are usually at the top of their list. So it’s fitting that today’s topic is about the update for the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. We have two concurrent epidemics in our country- one is infectious, as we all know Covid-19, and the other is noninfectious, but has been climbing at alarming rates for decades- those are nutrition-related chronic diseases. I will delve deep into what this important public health tool is, that is the foundation for local, state, and national health promotion and disease prevention initiatives- and what you may not know! This episode is for everyone! false full f8dc16d3-4999-4184-8cf0-48b63715f584 On the Go Episode 37: Growth Charts- What Do They Really Mean? Mentioned In this Episode and Argavan’s Recommendations:

 

CDC Growth Charts, including WHO charts:

  • https://www.cdc.gov/growthcharts/index.htm

 

Body Positivity Books:

Celebrate Your Body (and Its Changes, Too!): The Ultimate Puberty Book for Girls 

  • https://www.amazon.com/dp/164152166X/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_DWFA3AG1R2391WTEWTEE?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

The Care and Keeping of You: The Body Book for Younger Girls, Revised Edition (American Girl Library) 

  • https://www.amazon.com/dp/1609580834/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_43P2QB27GCPW8R4DB4SP?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

Body Books (for younger children) 

  • https://www.funwithmama.com/20-childrens-books-about-the-human-body/

Body Books for Tweens and Teens 

  • https://www.commonsensemedia.org/lists/books-about-puberty

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her websitewww.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Fri, 31 Dec 2021 01:53:50 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/on-the-go-episode-37-growth-charts-what-do-they-really-mean-gP3iLOaq Mentioned In this Episode and Argavan’s Recommendations:

 

CDC Growth Charts, including WHO charts:

  • https://www.cdc.gov/growthcharts/index.htm

 

Body Positivity Books:

Celebrate Your Body (and Its Changes, Too!): The Ultimate Puberty Book for Girls 

  • https://www.amazon.com/dp/164152166X/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_DWFA3AG1R2391WTEWTEE?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

The Care and Keeping of You: The Body Book for Younger Girls, Revised Edition (American Girl Library) 

  • https://www.amazon.com/dp/1609580834/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_43P2QB27GCPW8R4DB4SP?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

Body Books (for younger children) 

  • https://www.funwithmama.com/20-childrens-books-about-the-human-body/

Body Books for Tweens and Teens 

  • https://www.commonsensemedia.org/lists/books-about-puberty

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her websitewww.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> On the Go Episode 37: Growth Charts- What Do They Really Mean? Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:11:21 Growth charts from the beginning have been one of the most prominent aspects of well-care visits for young children- they include the child’s weight, height and head circumference. As parents of young children, we spend a lot of time thinking about and talking about children’s growth- how much does my child weigh? How long or tall are they? What do those percentiles that your pediatrician tell you really mean? On this solo episode, I am going to share my knowledge of the history of children’s growth charts, what the numbers actually mean and why it’s a tool that is more relevant in clinical use rather than designed to create worry and anxiety for caregivers. Growth charts from the beginning have been one of the most prominent aspects of well-care visits for young children- they include the child’s weight, height and head circumference. As parents of young children, we spend a lot of time thinking about and talking about children’s growth- how much does my child weigh? How long or tall are they? What do those percentiles that your pediatrician tell you really mean? On this solo episode, I am going to share my knowledge of the history of children’s growth charts, what the numbers actually mean and why it’s a tool that is more relevant in clinical use rather than designed to create worry and anxiety for caregivers. false full 5d5e37e8-fa74-48e3-a94f-c6cc96661424 Episode 36: What's Making Our Children Chronically Sick? The Insidious Connection Between Our Health and Environment Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Little Things Matter: The Impact of Toxins on the Developing Brain video

 

Little Things Matter website

 

Dr. Lanphear’s videos

 

For more on Dr. Lanphear, you can follow him on Twitter @BrucePLanphear

and through his website http://littlethingsmatter.ca/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Fri, 17 Dec 2021 22:41:26 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-36-whats-making-our-children-chronically-sick-the-insidious-connection-between-our-health-and-environment-6QOqI0Kp Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Little Things Matter: The Impact of Toxins on the Developing Brain video

 

Little Things Matter website

 

Dr. Lanphear’s videos

 

For more on Dr. Lanphear, you can follow him on Twitter @BrucePLanphear

and through his website http://littlethingsmatter.ca/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 36: What's Making Our Children Chronically Sick? The Insidious Connection Between Our Health and Environment Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:40:14 Did you know that even low levels of toxic chemicals and pollutants are harmful for children? Do you know that government standards for toxic chemicals fail to protect our children? Numerous studies that show fetal and early childhood exposures to toxic chemicals, including lead, pesticides, mercury, alcohol, PCB's and environmental tobacco smoke have long lasting impact on children. On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Dr. Bruce Lanphear, a Professor in the Faculty of Health Sciences at Simon Fraser University and an Investigator at the Child Family Research Institute at BC Children’s Hospital in Vancouver, British Columbia. Dr. Lanphear’s life’s mission is to study the population impact of toxic chemicals and expand efforts to prevent disease. His video, titled Little Things Matter” is a 7-minute project which shows that exceedingly small amounts of toxic chemicals can profoundly affect children. Argavan and Dr. Lanphear discuss his motivation behind “Little Things Matter” and the role of government and industry in negatively affecting children’s health, the role of vitamins from whole foods in offsetting the impact of harmful chemicals and strategies for caregivers and children’s health advocates to reduce their toxic load and voice their concerns to the regulatory agencies to change their regulations for toxins and pollutants. A powerful episode that’s not to be missed! Did you know that even low levels of toxic chemicals and pollutants are harmful for children? Do you know that government standards for toxic chemicals fail to protect our children? Numerous studies that show fetal and early childhood exposures to toxic chemicals, including lead, pesticides, mercury, alcohol, PCB's and environmental tobacco smoke have long lasting impact on children. On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Dr. Bruce Lanphear, a Professor in the Faculty of Health Sciences at Simon Fraser University and an Investigator at the Child Family Research Institute at BC Children’s Hospital in Vancouver, British Columbia. Dr. Lanphear’s life’s mission is to study the population impact of toxic chemicals and expand efforts to prevent disease. His video, titled Little Things Matter” is a 7-minute project which shows that exceedingly small amounts of toxic chemicals can profoundly affect children. Argavan and Dr. Lanphear discuss his motivation behind “Little Things Matter” and the role of government and industry in negatively affecting children’s health, the role of vitamins from whole foods in offsetting the impact of harmful chemicals and strategies for caregivers and children’s health advocates to reduce their toxic load and voice their concerns to the regulatory agencies to change their regulations for toxins and pollutants. A powerful episode that’s not to be missed! false full 61cec117-a602-49ba-b699-9973bb0cb252 Episode 35: How Children Process Grief and Strategies for Caregivers Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Dr. Eyerman’s talks on YouTube

 

 

For more on Dr. Eyerman, you can follow him on LinkedIn @JimEyerman and through his website www.drjameseyerman.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Fri, 17 Dec 2021 01:11:45 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-35-how-children-process-grief-and-strategies-for-caregivers-Int14HJB Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Dr. Eyerman’s talks on YouTube

 

 

For more on Dr. Eyerman, you can follow him on LinkedIn @JimEyerman and through his website www.drjameseyerman.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Episode 35: How Children Process Grief and Strategies for Caregivers Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:38:29 Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The information on this podcast is for informational purposes only. No material on this site is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Grief and loss can occur in many ways- as a result of an end to something (a death, end of a relationship) or as a result of a change or disruption in the person’s life (moving, divorce). Children and adolescents experience a wide variety of losses throughout their lives such as death, divorce, moving, parental job loss, parental military deployment, breakups, changes in friendships, school transitions, birth of a sibling, or even natural disasters. As parents and caregivers, we may feel particularly helpless in trying to help a child or adolescent who has experienced loss. We may be processing our own emotions and/or confused what to say and how to act. How do we best support our child and ourselves? On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Dr. James Eyerman, an integrative holistic psychiatrist who is based in San Francisco, California. In addition to his private practice, he holds many positions including Associate Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at University California San Francisco Adjunct Associate Professor of Psychiatry at Touro University in Vallejo, California And Staff Psychiatrist at Napa State Hospital in Napa, California just to name a few. Dr. Eyerman uses a combination of medication, psychotherapy and integrative holistic medicine, encompassing both Eastern and Western healing modalities. Furthermore, he offers acupuncture, Ayurvedic medicine, meditation techniques, EMDR and holotropic breathwork. Argavan and Dr. Eyerman discuss manifestations of grief and loss in children and adolescents, different approaches that may be effective in helping young children and teens and tips and strategies for caregivers who are experiencing their own difficult emotions and have to support their child in the process. An intelligent and compassionate conversation! Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The information on this podcast is for informational purposes only. No material on this site is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Grief and loss can occur in many ways- as a result of an end to something (a death, end of a relationship) or as a result of a change or disruption in the person’s life (moving, divorce). Children and adolescents experience a wide variety of losses throughout their lives such as death, divorce, moving, parental job loss, parental military deployment, breakups, changes in friendships, school transitions, birth of a sibling, or even natural disasters. As parents and caregivers, we may feel particularly helpless in trying to help a child or adolescent who has experienced loss. We may be processing our own emotions and/or confused what to say and how to act. How do we best support our child and ourselves? On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Dr. James Eyerman, an integrative holistic psychiatrist who is based in San Francisco, California. In addition to his private practice, he holds many positions including Associate Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at University California San Francisco Adjunct Associate Professor of Psychiatry at Touro University in Vallejo, California And Staff Psychiatrist at Napa State Hospital in Napa, California just to name a few. Dr. Eyerman uses a combination of medication, psychotherapy and integrative holistic medicine, encompassing both Eastern and Western healing modalities. Furthermore, he offers acupuncture, Ayurvedic medicine, meditation techniques, EMDR and holotropic breathwork. Argavan and Dr. Eyerman discuss manifestations of grief and loss in children and adolescents, different approaches that may be effective in helping young children and teens and tips and strategies for caregivers who are experiencing their own difficult emotions and have to support their child in the process. An intelligent and compassionate conversation! false full 9fbbb50a-4939-4afd-8112-ab14a7287f91 Episode 34: Food and Mood- How One Impacts the Other Mentioned in this Episode and Dr. Livington’s Recommendations:

 

Never Binge Again e-book (free)

 

Other book titles by Dr. Livingston

 

Eat to Live diet

 

 

For more on Dr. Livingtson, you can follow him on Instagram @livingstonglenn, on LinkedIn @DrGlennLivingston and through his website https://www.neverbingeagain.com/.

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Mon, 13 Dec 2021 21:37:50 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-34-food-and-mood-how-one-impacts-the-other-pcOXZQ_w Mentioned in this Episode and Dr. Livington’s Recommendations:

 

Never Binge Again e-book (free)

 

Other book titles by Dr. Livingston

 

Eat to Live diet

 

 

For more on Dr. Livingtson, you can follow him on Instagram @livingstonglenn, on LinkedIn @DrGlennLivingston and through his website https://www.neverbingeagain.com/.

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 34: Food and Mood- How One Impacts the Other Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:45:56 Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The information on this podcast is for informational purposes only. No material on this site is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Overeating, stress eating and binge eating are so prevalent in our culture today. Why is that? Are we making the conversation more complicated than it needs to be? Or are we overlooking some key factors that are contributing to our overfed yet undernourished society? On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Dr. Glenn Livingston, a veteran psychologist and previously the long time CEO of a multi-million dollar consulting firm which has serviced several Fortune 500 clients in the food industry. Dr. Livingston spent several decades researching the nature of bingeing and overeating via work with his own patients AND a self-funded research program with more than 40,000 participants. He has been featured in many major news media outlets such as The New York Times, The Los Angeles Times, The Chicago Sun Times, ABC and CBC Radio. Argavan and Dr. Livingston talk about why traditional psychology fails to help individuals who are overweight and/or have an unhealthy relationship with food, how food and behavior are intertwined and the role that Big Food and Big Advertising industries play in our so-called obsession with food. Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The information on this podcast is for informational purposes only. No material on this site is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Overeating, stress eating and binge eating are so prevalent in our culture today. Why is that? Are we making the conversation more complicated than it needs to be? Or are we overlooking some key factors that are contributing to our overfed yet undernourished society? On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Dr. Glenn Livingston, a veteran psychologist and previously the long time CEO of a multi-million dollar consulting firm which has serviced several Fortune 500 clients in the food industry. Dr. Livingston spent several decades researching the nature of bingeing and overeating via work with his own patients AND a self-funded research program with more than 40,000 participants. He has been featured in many major news media outlets such as The New York Times, The Los Angeles Times, The Chicago Sun Times, ABC and CBC Radio. Argavan and Dr. Livingston talk about why traditional psychology fails to help individuals who are overweight and/or have an unhealthy relationship with food, how food and behavior are intertwined and the role that Big Food and Big Advertising industries play in our so-called obsession with food. false full ee73f5d3-ba45-414a-9972-e1457642ea97 Episode 33: What Does Our Paw-renting Style Say About Us? Mentioned in this Episode and Michelle’s Recommendations:

 

The Pooch Parenting Society: 

 

 

For more on Michelle Stern, you can follow her on Instagram @poochparenting, on Facebook: Pooch Parenting page and through her website www.poochparenting.net.

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook @babystepsnutrition, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Sat, 4 Dec 2021 01:44:58 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-33-what-does-our-paw-renting-style-say-about-us-UxdFL949 Mentioned in this Episode and Michelle’s Recommendations:

 

The Pooch Parenting Society: 

 

 

For more on Michelle Stern, you can follow her on Instagram @poochparenting, on Facebook: Pooch Parenting page and through her website www.poochparenting.net.

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook @babystepsnutrition, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Episode 33: What Does Our Paw-renting Style Say About Us? Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:39:09 If you’re a dog owner and have children, your parenting style reveals a lot about your bond and relationship. Similar to raising children, you have certain parenting methods when it comes to your pets. On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Michelle Stern, a Certified Professional Dog Trainer, dog behavior consultant, Family Dog Mediator and a 16-year veteran educator. Michelle is the founder of Pooch Parenting, where she offers online classes, training and support for families with children and dogs to create peace and harmony in the home. Argavan and Michelle discuss how human and pet parenting personas align, common issues and challenges that may arise for caregivers raising children and pets together and advice to create calm, harmonious households where all members feel seen and heard. A fun and informative conversation! If you’re a dog owner and have children, your parenting style reveals a lot about your bond and relationship. Similar to raising children, you have certain parenting methods when it comes to your pets. On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Michelle Stern, a Certified Professional Dog Trainer, dog behavior consultant, Family Dog Mediator and a 16-year veteran educator. Michelle is the founder of Pooch Parenting, where she offers online classes, training and support for families with children and dogs to create peace and harmony in the home. Argavan and Michelle discuss how human and pet parenting personas align, common issues and challenges that may arise for caregivers raising children and pets together and advice to create calm, harmonious households where all members feel seen and heard. A fun and informative conversation! false full 0d65ec08-455c-4f5b-b6ca-a20c6db7c5af Episode 32: Promoting Safety and Preventing Violence- How We Can All Be a Part of the Solution Mentioned in this Episode and Sabrina’s Recommendations:

 

YouTube videos featuring Sabrina

 

Sabrina’s TEDx talk about home violence 

 

OSSO SAFE Workshop and Home Sweet Home Package Info

 

 

For more on Sabrina Osso, you can follow her on Instagram @ossosafe, on her Facebook page: Sabrina Osso, on Twitter @OssoSabrina, on LinkedIn @sabrina-osso and through her website https://ossosafe.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on her Facebook page: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Tue, 30 Nov 2021 01:45:04 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-32-1Lo49GgL Mentioned in this Episode and Sabrina’s Recommendations:

 

YouTube videos featuring Sabrina

 

Sabrina’s TEDx talk about home violence 

 

OSSO SAFE Workshop and Home Sweet Home Package Info

 

 

For more on Sabrina Osso, you can follow her on Instagram @ossosafe, on her Facebook page: Sabrina Osso, on Twitter @OssoSabrina, on LinkedIn @sabrina-osso and through her website https://ossosafe.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on her Facebook page: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 32: Promoting Safety and Preventing Violence- How We Can All Be a Part of the Solution Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:46:23 Disclaimer: Today’s conversation may contain content that might be objectionable and is intended for mature audiences only; the language and subject matter are not suitable for young listeners. The views and opinions expressed are those of the guest and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Baby Steps Nutrition. Listener discretion is advised. According to the NCADV (National Coalition Against Domestic Violence), intimate partner violence accounts for 15% of all violent crime. On average, nearly 20 people per minute are physically abused by an intimate partner in the United States. On a typical day, there are more than 20,000 phone calls placed to domestic violence hotlines nationwide. As with all statistics, the actual numbers are much higher. We, as a society, aren’t doing enough to protect the vulnerable and voiceless victims of domestic and workplace violence. On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Sabrina Osso, Founder and CEO of OSSO SAFE, a consulting company that provides training for residential properties, schools, and workplaces to promote personal safety and prevent violence. Through her own personal experience with violence, Sabrina is on a mission to hold public and private institutions accountable to have a positive impact. Argavan and discuss Sabrina’s personal story and why she is on a mission to raise awareness about how institutions are failing to protect victims of abuse. Furthermore, Argavan and Sabrina discuss the Osso Safe approach to diminishing and preventing home violence and how we can all take actionable steps to promote safety in our communities. An absolute must listen! Disclaimer: Today’s conversation may contain content that might be objectionable and is intended for mature audiences only; the language and subject matter are not suitable for young listeners. The views and opinions expressed are those of the guest and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Baby Steps Nutrition. Listener discretion is advised. According to the NCADV (National Coalition Against Domestic Violence), intimate partner violence accounts for 15% of all violent crime. On average, nearly 20 people per minute are physically abused by an intimate partner in the United States. On a typical day, there are more than 20,000 phone calls placed to domestic violence hotlines nationwide. As with all statistics, the actual numbers are much higher. We, as a society, aren’t doing enough to protect the vulnerable and voiceless victims of domestic and workplace violence. On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Sabrina Osso, Founder and CEO of OSSO SAFE, a consulting company that provides training for residential properties, schools, and workplaces to promote personal safety and prevent violence. Through her own personal experience with violence, Sabrina is on a mission to hold public and private institutions accountable to have a positive impact. Argavan and discuss Sabrina’s personal story and why she is on a mission to raise awareness about how institutions are failing to protect victims of abuse. Furthermore, Argavan and Sabrina discuss the Osso Safe approach to diminishing and preventing home violence and how we can all take actionable steps to promote safety in our communities. An absolute must listen! false full a0b69e8d-4fea-4886-8f87-f96b338247b7 Episode 31: Taking Charge of Your Personal Finances- Life Changing Strategies for Women Everywhere Mentioned in this Episode and Yulin’s Recommendations:

 

Blog

 

For more on Yulin Lee, you can follow her on Instagram @yulin.lee, on her Facebook page: Yulin Lee and through her website www.projectm-mindmoney.com.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

 

]]> Sun, 28 Nov 2021 21:33:59 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-31-taking-charge-of-your-personal-finances-life-changing-strategies-for-women-everywhere-PM2dgz9t Mentioned in this Episode and Yulin’s Recommendations:

 

Blog

 

For more on Yulin Lee, you can follow her on Instagram @yulin.lee, on her Facebook page: Yulin Lee and through her website www.projectm-mindmoney.com.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

 

]]> Episode 31: Taking Charge of Your Personal Finances- Life Changing Strategies for Women Everywhere Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:39:10 What exactly is financial awareness and what do money management skills entail? Financial freedom is a form of personal empowerment, not to mention often unexpected life circumstances can arise that leave many women unable to manage their own finances. On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Yulin Lee, a Money, Wealth & Financial Coach with almost 20 years of experience in the financial services sector. Yulin received her MBA in 1996 from Santa Clara University. She is the founder of Project M: Mind and Money, where she provides coaching and educational workshops for clients to set short- and long-term goals for financial well-being. Argavan and Yulin discuss why women need to become “masters of their finances” , why attitude towards money and personal wealth stems from childhood experiences and advice for women to regain a sense of control over their financial management. Lots of valuable information- don’t miss it! What exactly is financial awareness and what do money management skills entail? Financial freedom is a form of personal empowerment, not to mention often unexpected life circumstances can arise that leave many women unable to manage their own finances. On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Yulin Lee, a Money, Wealth & Financial Coach with almost 20 years of experience in the financial services sector. Yulin received her MBA in 1996 from Santa Clara University. She is the founder of Project M: Mind and Money, where she provides coaching and educational workshops for clients to set short- and long-term goals for financial well-being. Argavan and Yulin discuss why women need to become “masters of their finances” , why attitude towards money and personal wealth stems from childhood experiences and advice for women to regain a sense of control over their financial management. Lots of valuable information- don’t miss it! false full 7a15cd7e-0c55-4f59-9cd3-12cf9e173613 Episode 30: The Role of a Plant-Strong Diet in Fighting Obesity and Optimizing Health Mentioned in this Episode and Dr. Ettinger’s Recommendations:

Book

- The Pleasure Trap: Mastering the Hidden Force that Undermines Health & Happiness https://www.amazon.com/dp/1570671974/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_EWHFG6QP0W0YY8SHE2DZ

 

The Pleasure Trap- TED talk  

- https://youtu.be/jX2btaDOBK8

 

For more on Dr. Ettinger, you can follow him through his website https://doctorherbivore.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook page: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Fri, 26 Nov 2021 16:08:15 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-30-the-role-of-a-plant-strong-diet-in-fighting-obesity-and-optimizing-health-Az8vg5qv Mentioned in this Episode and Dr. Ettinger’s Recommendations:

Book

- The Pleasure Trap: Mastering the Hidden Force that Undermines Health & Happiness https://www.amazon.com/dp/1570671974/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_EWHFG6QP0W0YY8SHE2DZ

 

The Pleasure Trap- TED talk  

- https://youtu.be/jX2btaDOBK8

 

For more on Dr. Ettinger, you can follow him through his website https://doctorherbivore.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook page: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Episode 30: The Role of a Plant-Strong Diet in Fighting Obesity and Optimizing Health Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:52:20 Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The information on this podcast is for informational purposes only. No material on this site is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. According to the CDC (Center for Disease Control) as of 2018, almost 1 in 5 children between the ages of 2-19 years old are obese, which is over 14 million children! This percentage is even higher in certain populations, sometimes as high as 1 in 4 children! This means that those children are at or above the 95th percentile weight for height. With the current global pandemic, we are seeing obesity statistics soar to new proportions, resulting in higher rates of physical and mental illness in both children and adults. On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Dr. Leigh Ettinger, a pediatric obesity specialist and founder of Doctor Herbivore. Dr. Ettinger obtained his Doctor of Medicine from Tufts University School of Medicine in 1998 in Boston, Massachusetts, then completed his Pediatric Residency at the Children’s Hospital at Dartmouth in Lebanon, New Hampshire. He went on to obtain his Pediatric Nephrology Fellowship at the Children’s Hospital at Montefiore in the Bronx. and a Master’s in Science at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in the Bronx, New York in 2004. Dr. Ettinger is Board Certified in General Pediatrics, Pediatric Nephrology, and Obesity Medicine. He has a certificate in plant-based nutrition from eCornell. His many accolades include The New York Metro Area Top Doctor award for the past 6 years, to name just a few. Argavan and Dr. Ettinger discuss the major factors contributing to the obesity epidemic, the benefits of a plant-strong diet and why a focus on diet and lifestyle today can prevent many of the complications later in life. Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The information on this podcast is for informational purposes only. No material on this site is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. According to the CDC (Center for Disease Control) as of 2018, almost 1 in 5 children between the ages of 2-19 years old are obese, which is over 14 million children! This percentage is even higher in certain populations, sometimes as high as 1 in 4 children! This means that those children are at or above the 95th percentile weight for height. With the current global pandemic, we are seeing obesity statistics soar to new proportions, resulting in higher rates of physical and mental illness in both children and adults. On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Dr. Leigh Ettinger, a pediatric obesity specialist and founder of Doctor Herbivore. Dr. Ettinger obtained his Doctor of Medicine from Tufts University School of Medicine in 1998 in Boston, Massachusetts, then completed his Pediatric Residency at the Children’s Hospital at Dartmouth in Lebanon, New Hampshire. He went on to obtain his Pediatric Nephrology Fellowship at the Children’s Hospital at Montefiore in the Bronx. and a Master’s in Science at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in the Bronx, New York in 2004. Dr. Ettinger is Board Certified in General Pediatrics, Pediatric Nephrology, and Obesity Medicine. He has a certificate in plant-based nutrition from eCornell. His many accolades include The New York Metro Area Top Doctor award for the past 6 years, to name just a few. Argavan and Dr. Ettinger discuss the major factors contributing to the obesity epidemic, the benefits of a plant-strong diet and why a focus on diet and lifestyle today can prevent many of the complications later in life. false full 875a3e3a-f686-4766-a2b5-2d29260a1744 Episode 29: A Holistic Approach to Helping Families Learn, Grow and Thrive Mentioned in this Episode and Dr. Quartano’s Recommendations:

 

CDC Milestone Tracker – available for download for both Apple and Android. Helpful to track all areas of development as well as provide talking tools to discuss with the pediatrician

 

CDC’s Developmental Milestones

  • https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/actearly/milestones/index.html

 

For more on Dr. Quartano, you can follow her on Instagram alltogetherwellness, on Facebook: All Together Wellness page and through her website https://www.alltogetherwellness.net/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

 

]]> Tue, 23 Nov 2021 18:38:57 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-29-a-holistic-approach-to-helping-families-learn-grow-and-thrive-cNGf7pa2 Mentioned in this Episode and Dr. Quartano’s Recommendations:

 

CDC Milestone Tracker – available for download for both Apple and Android. Helpful to track all areas of development as well as provide talking tools to discuss with the pediatrician

 

CDC’s Developmental Milestones

  • https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/actearly/milestones/index.html

 

For more on Dr. Quartano, you can follow her on Instagram alltogetherwellness, on Facebook: All Together Wellness page and through her website https://www.alltogetherwellness.net/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

 

]]> Episode 29: A Holistic Approach to Helping Families Learn, Grow and Thrive Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:37:58 Women often feel the pressure to “do it all”- crush motherhood, thrive professionally and live their best life. But when those unrealistic expectations often fall short, the quality of life including health and wellbeing, and relationships are negatively impacted. On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Dr. Jennifer Quartano, founder of All Together Wellness, which provides wellness, therapy, and functional medicine programs for children and families. She is based in Jacksonville, Florida but provides virtual visits to clients all over. Dr. Quartano obtained Board Certification in Neurologic Physical Therapy from the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties in 2010 and in Pediatric Physical Therapy from the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties in 2012. She recertified in both in 2020. She graduated from the Mayo School of Health Sciences with her Doctorate in Physical Therapy. Argavan and Dr. Quartano discuss typical milestones for children’s physical development and what red flags to look for that require a professional evaluation, how physical disabilities and challenges impact a child’s overall development and the importance of prioritizing maternal physical and mental health, especially after having given birth. Do not miss this informative and compassionate interview! Women often feel the pressure to “do it all”- crush motherhood, thrive professionally and live their best life. But when those unrealistic expectations often fall short, the quality of life including health and wellbeing, and relationships are negatively impacted. On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Dr. Jennifer Quartano, founder of All Together Wellness, which provides wellness, therapy, and functional medicine programs for children and families. She is based in Jacksonville, Florida but provides virtual visits to clients all over. Dr. Quartano obtained Board Certification in Neurologic Physical Therapy from the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties in 2010 and in Pediatric Physical Therapy from the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties in 2012. She recertified in both in 2020. She graduated from the Mayo School of Health Sciences with her Doctorate in Physical Therapy. Argavan and Dr. Quartano discuss typical milestones for children’s physical development and what red flags to look for that require a professional evaluation, how physical disabilities and challenges impact a child’s overall development and the importance of prioritizing maternal physical and mental health, especially after having given birth. Do not miss this informative and compassionate interview! false full 5440786b-3ca3-4e3a-8fdb-4682b0c91bed Episode 28: What's For Dinner? Meal Planning Tips For Busy Families Mentioned In This Episode and Marie’s Recommendations:

 

Weekly Meal Planning Sheet

https://feedyourfamilytonight.com/plan

 

Recipes:

Ginger Pear Chicken 

Cheeseburger Baked Potatoes

Chicken Caesar Wrap 

 

For more on Marie Fiebach, you can follow her on Instagram @feedyourfamilytonight, on Facebook: Feed Your Family Tonight page and through her website https://feedyourfamilytonight.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook @babystepsnutrition, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Thu, 18 Nov 2021 21:26:23 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-28-whats-for-dinner-meal-planning-tips-for-busy-families-HgxMrohj Mentioned In This Episode and Marie’s Recommendations:

 

Weekly Meal Planning Sheet

https://feedyourfamilytonight.com/plan

 

Recipes:

Ginger Pear Chicken 

Cheeseburger Baked Potatoes

Chicken Caesar Wrap 

 

For more on Marie Fiebach, you can follow her on Instagram @feedyourfamilytonight, on Facebook: Feed Your Family Tonight page and through her website https://feedyourfamilytonight.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook @babystepsnutrition, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 28: What's For Dinner? Meal Planning Tips For Busy Families Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:24:46 It's the dreaded question, “What’s for dinner?!?”. You’re exhausted, unmotivated and hate the idea of having to clean the kitchen YET again knowing it’ll be messy in no time. So what do you do? On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Marie Fiebach, a family dinner expert, television food personality and podcaster. She is the founder of “Feed Your Family Tonight”, where she helps families plan and execute successful weeknight dinners. Marie is also super mama to 4 teenagers, ages 13-18 years so she has both personal and professional experience when it comes to helping families overcomes all sorts of challenges. Argavan and Marie discuss the roadblocks many families face in preparing healthy and homemade meals at home, tips for families to begin making small yet impactful changes right away to eating healthier and lots of delicious and quick recipes that the whole family will enjoy. We’re bringing joy and excitement back to dinner time- join us! It's the dreaded question, “What’s for dinner?!?”. You’re exhausted, unmotivated and hate the idea of having to clean the kitchen YET again knowing it’ll be messy in no time. So what do you do? On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Marie Fiebach, a family dinner expert, television food personality and podcaster. She is the founder of “Feed Your Family Tonight”, where she helps families plan and execute successful weeknight dinners. Marie is also super mama to 4 teenagers, ages 13-18 years so she has both personal and professional experience when it comes to helping families overcomes all sorts of challenges. Argavan and Marie discuss the roadblocks many families face in preparing healthy and homemade meals at home, tips for families to begin making small yet impactful changes right away to eating healthier and lots of delicious and quick recipes that the whole family will enjoy. We’re bringing joy and excitement back to dinner time- join us! false full 2df15556-138c-4568-96f4-270c3ffcb501 Episode 27: Got Clutter? How to Bring a Sense of Calm to Your Space and Mind Mentioned in This Episode and Julie's Recommendations: 

 

Her Book: 

https://reawakenyourbrilliance.com/product-category/book/

 

YouTube Video: 

https://youtu.be/ekD6slOnXuo

 

Decluttering Guide: 

https://reawakenyourbrilliance.com/resources-concierge-services/decluttering-resources/

 

For more on Julie Coraccio, you can follow her on Instagram @reawakenyourbrilliance, on her Facebook page: Julie Seibert Coraccio, on Twitter @ReawakeBrillian, on LinkedIn @JulieSeibertCoraccio and through her website https://reawakenyourbrilliance.com

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook page: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Wed, 17 Nov 2021 18:53:46 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-27-got-clutter-how-to-bring-a-sense-of-calm-to-your-space-and-mind-5ZRxIxJ3 Mentioned in This Episode and Julie's Recommendations: 

 

Her Book: 

https://reawakenyourbrilliance.com/product-category/book/

 

YouTube Video: 

https://youtu.be/ekD6slOnXuo

 

Decluttering Guide: 

https://reawakenyourbrilliance.com/resources-concierge-services/decluttering-resources/

 

For more on Julie Coraccio, you can follow her on Instagram @reawakenyourbrilliance, on her Facebook page: Julie Seibert Coraccio, on Twitter @ReawakeBrillian, on LinkedIn @JulieSeibertCoraccio and through her website https://reawakenyourbrilliance.com

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook page: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 27: Got Clutter? How to Bring a Sense of Calm to Your Space and Mind Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:23:36 Did you know that one important way people can practice self-care is by decluttering their homes? Less is really more, and this is a big step in gaining a sense of peace physically, mentally and emotionally. What's stopping us from letting go? What does our attitude toward mess and clutter say about us? Tune in to find out! On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Julie Coraccio, an award-winning professional organizer, author and certified life coach in Wheeling, West Virginia. She is the host of the podcast titled “Clear Your Clutter Inside and Out” and is the founder of Reawaken your Brilliance, where she supports and coaches clients to de clutter and organize their homes. Argavan and Julie discuss the connection between our physical and mental clutter, how clutter extends beyond physical space to many areas of our lives and with the holiday season approaching, mindful ways we can reduce the accumulation of clutter in our homes. Did you know that one important way people can practice self-care is by decluttering their homes? Less is really more, and this is a big step in gaining a sense of peace physically, mentally and emotionally. What's stopping us from letting go? What does our attitude toward mess and clutter say about us? Tune in to find out! On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Julie Coraccio, an award-winning professional organizer, author and certified life coach in Wheeling, West Virginia. She is the host of the podcast titled “Clear Your Clutter Inside and Out” and is the founder of Reawaken your Brilliance, where she supports and coaches clients to de clutter and organize their homes. Argavan and Julie discuss the connection between our physical and mental clutter, how clutter extends beyond physical space to many areas of our lives and with the holiday season approaching, mindful ways we can reduce the accumulation of clutter in our homes. false full 58f9cd01-fead-4b85-a70e-6f8df47f30a2 Episode 26: Mom Life- How to Thrive (Not Just Survive) Mentioned in This Episode and Alasen’s Recommendations:

 

Guide for Breastfeeding Hunger

 

For more on Alasen Zarnt, you can follow her on Instagram @thenutritiondoula, on Facebook: Real Food for New Moms page and through her website https://thenutritiondoula.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook page: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argvavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Sun, 14 Nov 2021 04:45:52 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-26-mom-life-how-to-thrive-not-just-survive-SNL3gWku Mentioned in This Episode and Alasen’s Recommendations:

 

Guide for Breastfeeding Hunger

 

For more on Alasen Zarnt, you can follow her on Instagram @thenutritiondoula, on Facebook: Real Food for New Moms page and through her website https://thenutritiondoula.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook page: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argvavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 26: Mom Life- How to Thrive (Not Just Survive) Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:44:07 October was mental health awareness month. One group that is often overlooked in this discussion are moms- because women are often taught to power through, focus and prioritize others before themselves or what they're dealing with is "not that big of a deal". Whether you're thinking, planning on becoming or are a mom, we are here to discuss why maternal health absolutely matters! On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Alasen Zarndt, a Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach (INHC) from the Institute of Integrative Nutrition with a specialization in women's hormone health. In 2018, Alasen founded The Nutrition Doula, where she provides personalized nutrition coaching to preconceiving, pregnant and postpartum moms. Argavan and Alasen discuss the important role of food in nourishing the mind and body, including the impact on mood and behaviour, what pregnancy and post partum cravings tell us about underlying nutritional deficiencies and the difference between post partum “blues” and depression and when it’s necessary to seek professional support . This episode is for all the mamas! October was mental health awareness month. One group that is often overlooked in this discussion are moms- because women are often taught to power through, focus and prioritize others before themselves or what they're dealing with is "not that big of a deal". Whether you're thinking, planning on becoming or are a mom, we are here to discuss why maternal health absolutely matters! On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Alasen Zarndt, a Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach (INHC) from the Institute of Integrative Nutrition with a specialization in women's hormone health. In 2018, Alasen founded The Nutrition Doula, where she provides personalized nutrition coaching to preconceiving, pregnant and postpartum moms. Argavan and Alasen discuss the important role of food in nourishing the mind and body, including the impact on mood and behaviour, what pregnancy and post partum cravings tell us about underlying nutritional deficiencies and the difference between post partum “blues” and depression and when it’s necessary to seek professional support . This episode is for all the mamas! false full 4a88f3c5-e6dd-44c8-9606-580c86748510 Episode 25: Eating for Pleasure- Changing the Narrative for Teens and Young Adults Mentioned in this episode and Dr. May’s recommendations:

 

The Mindful Eating Cycle

 

Mindful Eating for Students 

 

Marketplace

 

For more on Dr. May, you can follow her on Instagram @ MichelleMayMD, on her Facebook page: Am I Hungry, on Twitter @EatWhatYouLove and through her website https://amihungry.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook page: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argvavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

 

 

 

]]> Wed, 10 Nov 2021 03:00:42 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-25-eating-for-pleasure-changing-the-narrative-for-teens-and-young-adults-9dtuQv0l Mentioned in this episode and Dr. May’s recommendations:

 

The Mindful Eating Cycle

 

Mindful Eating for Students 

 

Marketplace

 

For more on Dr. May, you can follow her on Instagram @ MichelleMayMD, on her Facebook page: Am I Hungry, on Twitter @EatWhatYouLove and through her website https://amihungry.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook page: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argvavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

 

 

 

]]> Episode 25: Eating for Pleasure- Changing the Narrative for Teens and Young Adults Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:40:02 In a world where health and healthy are synonymous with eating well, exercise and self-care, the messages we are bombarded with often leave us feeling confused, drained and often the opposite of well. Why is this happening? On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Dr. Michelle May, a former family physician and certified speaking professional (CSP) whose own personal struggle with food and body image has fueled her passion to provide a compassionate and constructive approach to being healthy both in the mind and body. Dr. May received her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Arizona State University and her Medical Degree from the University of Arizona College of Medicine. Dr. May is an Associate Professor at Arizona State University. On top of her many accolades, Dr. May is also the multiple award-winning author of Eat What You Love, Love What You Eat: A Mindful Eating Program. We will learn about her transformative book and coaching program here. Dr. May is described as a “voice of reason in a food-abundant, diet-crazed world”. In this episode, Argavan and Dr. May talk about her journey from yoyo dieter to advocate and coach for pleasurable eating and the nourishing role of food and nutrition. We also discuss the difference between emotional eating and true hunger as well as offer great advice for teens and young adults to take ownership of their health and create a self-care buffer zone to manage their day to day stressors. Tune in! In a world where health and healthy are synonymous with eating well, exercise and self-care, the messages we are bombarded with often leave us feeling confused, drained and often the opposite of well. Why is this happening? On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Dr. Michelle May, a former family physician and certified speaking professional (CSP) whose own personal struggle with food and body image has fueled her passion to provide a compassionate and constructive approach to being healthy both in the mind and body. Dr. May received her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Arizona State University and her Medical Degree from the University of Arizona College of Medicine. Dr. May is an Associate Professor at Arizona State University. On top of her many accolades, Dr. May is also the multiple award-winning author of Eat What You Love, Love What You Eat: A Mindful Eating Program. We will learn about her transformative book and coaching program here. Dr. May is described as a “voice of reason in a food-abundant, diet-crazed world”. In this episode, Argavan and Dr. May talk about her journey from yoyo dieter to advocate and coach for pleasurable eating and the nourishing role of food and nutrition. We also discuss the difference between emotional eating and true hunger as well as offer great advice for teens and young adults to take ownership of their health and create a self-care buffer zone to manage their day to day stressors. Tune in! false full fee30941-404e-4507-a505-4b9992683ac6 Episode 24: Optimize Your Immune System- Tips for the Whole Family Mentioned in this Episode and Marie’s Recommendations:

 

Optimize Your Immune System:

Create Health & Resilience with a Kitchen Pharmacy

 

Getting the Right Vitamin D Dose That’s Right for You (free download)

 

 

For more on Marie Ruggles, you can follow her on Instagram @everyday_wellness_tools, on Facebook: Everyday Wellness Tools page and through her website https://www.marieruggles.com/book.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook page: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argvavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Sat, 6 Nov 2021 03:47:34 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-24-optimize-your-immune-system-tips-for-the-whole-family-fq0CJ11Q Mentioned in this Episode and Marie’s Recommendations:

 

Optimize Your Immune System:

Create Health & Resilience with a Kitchen Pharmacy

 

Getting the Right Vitamin D Dose That’s Right for You (free download)

 

 

For more on Marie Ruggles, you can follow her on Instagram @everyday_wellness_tools, on Facebook: Everyday Wellness Tools page and through her website https://www.marieruggles.com/book.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook page: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argvavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Episode 24: Optimize Your Immune System- Tips for the Whole Family Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 01:00:04 Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The information on this podcast is for informational purposes only. No material on this site is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. We hear the word “health” and “healthy” ALL the time but what do those words really mean? People have different definitions about what it means to be healthy. One thing is for sure: a strong immune system is absolutely crucial in order to fight infection, allergies and diseases that we are all exposed to on a regular basis. We also have good bacteria in our bodies, but when those are reduced or limited, the bad bacteria can take over and wreak havoc on our overall health. What we put inside and on our bodies really do matter! Today’s guest is here to teach us how to “be your own home healer”. On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Marie Ruggles, a Clinical Nutritionist, Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Educator, as well as being certified in essential oil safety. She graduated from Columbia University with a master’s degree in Nutrition and Public Health. Marie is also an award-winning author, including the #1 new release in Parenting Nutrition as well as Reader’s Favorite, with over 40+ years in wellness research. Marie is on a lifelong mission to inspire others to take responsibility for their personal wellness through nutrition and lifestyle using cutting edge research in conjunction with whole foods and toxin-free products. In this episode, Argavan and Marie discuss how our kitchen is the best pharmacy, how to tell if you have chronic inflammation (and may not even know it), and practical tips and strategies families can use to start making changes today. We also discuss the motivation behind her book titled, “Optimize Your Immune System” and what your gut could be telling you. Check it out! Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The information on this podcast is for informational purposes only. No material on this site is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. We hear the word “health” and “healthy” ALL the time but what do those words really mean? People have different definitions about what it means to be healthy. One thing is for sure: a strong immune system is absolutely crucial in order to fight infection, allergies and diseases that we are all exposed to on a regular basis. We also have good bacteria in our bodies, but when those are reduced or limited, the bad bacteria can take over and wreak havoc on our overall health. What we put inside and on our bodies really do matter! Today’s guest is here to teach us how to “be your own home healer”. On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Marie Ruggles, a Clinical Nutritionist, Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Educator, as well as being certified in essential oil safety. She graduated from Columbia University with a master’s degree in Nutrition and Public Health. Marie is also an award-winning author, including the #1 new release in Parenting Nutrition as well as Reader’s Favorite, with over 40+ years in wellness research. Marie is on a lifelong mission to inspire others to take responsibility for their personal wellness through nutrition and lifestyle using cutting edge research in conjunction with whole foods and toxin-free products. In this episode, Argavan and Marie discuss how our kitchen is the best pharmacy, how to tell if you have chronic inflammation (and may not even know it), and practical tips and strategies families can use to start making changes today. We also discuss the motivation behind her book titled, “Optimize Your Immune System” and what your gut could be telling you. Check it out! false full fb73604e-524d-4ce8-8389-690c9558eafc Episode 23: Childhood Today From a School Psychologist's Perspective Mentioned in this Episode and Dr Gold’s Recommendations:

 

Ten Reasons Why Handheld Devices Should be Banned for Children Under 12

 

Boosting Your Child’s Self Confidence

 

Important Life Skills for Children

 

Setting Limits

 

 

 

For more on Dr. Gold, you may find him on LinkedIn @AllanGold. 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook page: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argvavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Tue, 2 Nov 2021 14:35:31 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-23-childhood-today-from-a-school-psychologists-perspective-v9OrpPfa Mentioned in this Episode and Dr Gold’s Recommendations:

 

Ten Reasons Why Handheld Devices Should be Banned for Children Under 12

 

Boosting Your Child’s Self Confidence

 

Important Life Skills for Children

 

Setting Limits

 

 

 

For more on Dr. Gold, you may find him on LinkedIn @AllanGold. 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook page: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argvavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 23: Childhood Today From a School Psychologist's Perspective Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 01:08:32 School psychologists work to support individual students through various developmental and mental health issues. Given the amount of time children are in school, and how school plays a large influence on a child (physically, emotionally, behaviorally), not to mention the personal struggles that surface such as the home environment or learning disabilities, there is no doubt a school psychologist is of immense value. “You’ve come to expect the unexpected”. On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Dr. Allan Gold, a school psychologist for the Reed Union School District in Tiburon, California for almost 46 years. This means he has worked with Baby Boomers, Generation X, Millenials and Gen Zs. Dr. Gold graduated with a Ph.D in Educational Psychology from the University of California, Berkeley in 1978. In this eye-opening episode, Argavan and Dr. Gold discuss why modern day parenting is harder than it has ever been, the behavioral and emotional challenges children exhibited after returning to school in person once stay-at-home orders were lifted and how our digital world is impacting the way kids think and behave, and what we, as parents, need to do starting today. If you are a parent or work with school-age children, you absolutely don’t want to miss this very important discussion! School psychologists work to support individual students through various developmental and mental health issues. Given the amount of time children are in school, and how school plays a large influence on a child (physically, emotionally, behaviorally), not to mention the personal struggles that surface such as the home environment or learning disabilities, there is no doubt a school psychologist is of immense value. “You’ve come to expect the unexpected”. On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Dr. Allan Gold, a school psychologist for the Reed Union School District in Tiburon, California for almost 46 years. This means he has worked with Baby Boomers, Generation X, Millenials and Gen Zs. Dr. Gold graduated with a Ph.D in Educational Psychology from the University of California, Berkeley in 1978. In this eye-opening episode, Argavan and Dr. Gold discuss why modern day parenting is harder than it has ever been, the behavioral and emotional challenges children exhibited after returning to school in person once stay-at-home orders were lifted and how our digital world is impacting the way kids think and behave, and what we, as parents, need to do starting today. If you are a parent or work with school-age children, you absolutely don’t want to miss this very important discussion! false full 79f63647-8966-417e-9dc0-cb63b04b5a07 Episode 22: How Child Life Specialists Improve the Patient and Family Experience in a Variety of Settings Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Tips to support the vaccination experience (Flu shot and other shots)

 

Tips to help your child with vaccinations

 

 

For more on Kristen Beckler and Child Life at UCSF, you can check out https://www.ucsfbenioffchildrens.org/services/child-life, follow her on LinkedIn @KristenBeckler or contact her via kristen.beckler@ucsf.edu.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook page: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Tue, 26 Oct 2021 23:29:50 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-22-how-child-life-specialists-improve-the-patient-and-family-experience-in-a-variety-of-settings-8LN_Nsg1 Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Tips to support the vaccination experience (Flu shot and other shots)

 

Tips to help your child with vaccinations

 

 

For more on Kristen Beckler and Child Life at UCSF, you can check out https://www.ucsfbenioffchildrens.org/services/child-life, follow her on LinkedIn @KristenBeckler or contact her via kristen.beckler@ucsf.edu.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook page: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 22: How Child Life Specialists Improve the Patient and Family Experience in a Variety of Settings Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:26:08 Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The information on this podcast is for informational purposes only. No material on this site is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Multi disciplinary care teams in hospitals are a team of healthcare professionals who work together to provide thorough and coordinated care to patients. One of those important roles are those of Child Life Specialists. While you make think of them as hospital educators for the pediatric patients, they do so much more! Infants, children and youth often can have stressful or traumatic experiences related to their healthcare experience, with feelings of fear, confusion, isolation and loss of control. These negative feelings can often impact physical and emotional well-being not to mention an overall negative association with health care in general. By incorporating play (which has a profound impact!), activities to help with preparation for a procedures or surgery and education for the whole family to lesson anxiety and fear, we can see a great shift in patient outcome. On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks In with Kristen Beckler, a Child Life Specialist III and Student Program Coordinator currently working at UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital in San Francisco, California. She has more than 20 years of experience working as a Child Life Specialist and Recreation Therapist. She graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Education from the University of Tennessee, before going on to complete her Masters of Education in Information Science and Learning Technologies at the University of Missouri-Columbia. In this episode, Argavan and Kristen discuss the impact of play on the in- and out patient experience and why Child Life Specialists are a valuable part of the multidisciplinary care team. Furthermore, Argavan and Kristen mention why specialized training to work with children is important and where the future of Child Life Specialty is headed in a variety of settings. Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The information on this podcast is for informational purposes only. No material on this site is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Multi disciplinary care teams in hospitals are a team of healthcare professionals who work together to provide thorough and coordinated care to patients. One of those important roles are those of Child Life Specialists. While you make think of them as hospital educators for the pediatric patients, they do so much more! Infants, children and youth often can have stressful or traumatic experiences related to their healthcare experience, with feelings of fear, confusion, isolation and loss of control. These negative feelings can often impact physical and emotional well-being not to mention an overall negative association with health care in general. By incorporating play (which has a profound impact!), activities to help with preparation for a procedures or surgery and education for the whole family to lesson anxiety and fear, we can see a great shift in patient outcome. On this episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks In with Kristen Beckler, a Child Life Specialist III and Student Program Coordinator currently working at UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital in San Francisco, California. She has more than 20 years of experience working as a Child Life Specialist and Recreation Therapist. She graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Education from the University of Tennessee, before going on to complete her Masters of Education in Information Science and Learning Technologies at the University of Missouri-Columbia. In this episode, Argavan and Kristen discuss the impact of play on the in- and out patient experience and why Child Life Specialists are a valuable part of the multidisciplinary care team. Furthermore, Argavan and Kristen mention why specialized training to work with children is important and where the future of Child Life Specialty is headed in a variety of settings. false full db26db35-6cb2-42d2-9689-38647ead4376 Episode 21: The Connection Between Oral Health and General Health in Children Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Ashraf Orthodontics

https://www.millvalleyorthodontics.com/

 

Address:
141 Camino Alto #5
Mill Valley, CA 94941
Phone: (415) 388-2876

 

Orthodontics

 

Treatments

 

Technology

 

American Association of Orthodontists

  • www.aaoinfo.org

 

For more on Dr. Ashraf, you can contact her office through smiles@millvalleyorthodontics.com. 

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook page: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Tue, 26 Oct 2021 00:33:08 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-21-the-connection-between-oral-health-and-general-health-in-children-gDtTuxcF Mentioned in this Episode:

 

Ashraf Orthodontics

https://www.millvalleyorthodontics.com/

 

Address:
141 Camino Alto #5
Mill Valley, CA 94941
Phone: (415) 388-2876

 

Orthodontics

 

Treatments

 

Technology

 

American Association of Orthodontists

  • www.aaoinfo.org

 

For more on Dr. Ashraf, you can contact her office through smiles@millvalleyorthodontics.com. 

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook page: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Episode 21: The Connection Between Oral Health and General Health in Children Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:26:44 Many people may think of orthodontic work as a cosmetic procedure, and not consider it necessary or urgent. However, a beautiful smile with perfectly aligned teeth that boosts self-esteem and overall well-being is actually a SECONDARY benefit. When the teeth and jaw are not in proper alignment, the oral health and general physical health are greatly impacted; which can lead to chipping and wear of the teeth, decay, recession, breathing issues and much more. We are going to speak with our incredibly knowledgeable guest expert about the connection between oral health care and general physical health, and what treatment options are available to families to achieve a healthy outcome for both. On this episode of Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Dr. Golnaz Ashraf, a pediatric orthodontist who runs a successful practice, Ashraf Orthodontics in Mill Valley, California where her highly trained team strive for efficient, personalized care with the most optimal result. Dr. Ashraf graduated from University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry (U.O.P.) in San Francisco with a Doctorate of Dental Surgery (D.D.S.). She also received her Master of Science in Dentistry (M.S.D.) and Orthodontics from University of the Pacific. She has been recognized with multiple awards and scholarships, and holds various positions in several dental professional affiliations. In this episode, Argavan and Dr. Ashraf discuss the benefits of orthodontic treatment, not just for aesthetic purposes but to also improve the quality of the periodontal, jaw, and oral health. Furthermore, Argavan and Dr. Ashraf discuss the 2 phase treatments, the difference between Invisalign and standard braces and answer the ever-popular question, “is snoring normal”? You don’t want to miss this it! Many people may think of orthodontic work as a cosmetic procedure, and not consider it necessary or urgent. However, a beautiful smile with perfectly aligned teeth that boosts self-esteem and overall well-being is actually a SECONDARY benefit. When the teeth and jaw are not in proper alignment, the oral health and general physical health are greatly impacted; which can lead to chipping and wear of the teeth, decay, recession, breathing issues and much more. We are going to speak with our incredibly knowledgeable guest expert about the connection between oral health care and general physical health, and what treatment options are available to families to achieve a healthy outcome for both. On this episode of Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Dr. Golnaz Ashraf, a pediatric orthodontist who runs a successful practice, Ashraf Orthodontics in Mill Valley, California where her highly trained team strive for efficient, personalized care with the most optimal result. Dr. Ashraf graduated from University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry (U.O.P.) in San Francisco with a Doctorate of Dental Surgery (D.D.S.). She also received her Master of Science in Dentistry (M.S.D.) and Orthodontics from University of the Pacific. She has been recognized with multiple awards and scholarships, and holds various positions in several dental professional affiliations. In this episode, Argavan and Dr. Ashraf discuss the benefits of orthodontic treatment, not just for aesthetic purposes but to also improve the quality of the periodontal, jaw, and oral health. Furthermore, Argavan and Dr. Ashraf discuss the 2 phase treatments, the difference between Invisalign and standard braces and answer the ever-popular question, “is snoring normal”? You don’t want to miss this it! false full 3aef0119-d282-4881-bfbd-a70af7ece952 Episode 20: Mindfulness in Nature- Healing and Renewal Mentioned in this episode and Dr. Belanger’s recommendations:

 

Spirit Rock Meditation Center

Awake in the Wild

Moving with Life

Awakening Joy

Metta Institute

Guided by Meditations

Association of Nature and Forest Therapy 

 

For more on De.Belanger, you can follow her on Instagram @mindfulnaturepractice, on her Facebook page: Mindful Nature Practice and through her website https://www.mindfulnaturepractice.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on her Facebook page: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

 

]]> Fri, 22 Oct 2021 04:37:19 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-20-mindfulness-in-nature-healing-and-renewal-p6CWIGWw Mentioned in this episode and Dr. Belanger’s recommendations:

 

Spirit Rock Meditation Center

Awake in the Wild

Moving with Life

Awakening Joy

Metta Institute

Guided by Meditations

Association of Nature and Forest Therapy 

 

For more on De.Belanger, you can follow her on Instagram @mindfulnaturepractice, on her Facebook page: Mindful Nature Practice and through her website https://www.mindfulnaturepractice.com/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on her Facebook page: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

 

]]> Episode 20: Mindfulness in Nature- Healing and Renewal Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:12:33 On this fun and informative episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, I had the pleasure of enjoying a mindfulness session in a redwood forest in Woodacre, California. I speak with Dr. Denise Belanger, the founder of Mindful Nature Practice, which is mindfulness mentoring in the outdoors for women. Dr. Belanger has over 30 years of experience in mental health and hospice nursing, education and mentoring. She holds a Master of Nursing in Mental Health from Oregon Health and Science University, a PhD in Special Education from UC Berkeley and is certified in NOLS Wilderness First Aid and CPR. Her mindfulness practice, which extends over two decades, includes silent retreat experiences as well as certified mindfulness teaching. Dr. Belanger and I discuss her journey that led her to where she is today, the benefits of practicing mindfulness in nature and advice for anyone looking to incorporate mindfulness in their everyday life to reap the benefits of a happier, healthier life. On this fun and informative episode of the Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, I had the pleasure of enjoying a mindfulness session in a redwood forest in Woodacre, California. I speak with Dr. Denise Belanger, the founder of Mindful Nature Practice, which is mindfulness mentoring in the outdoors for women. Dr. Belanger has over 30 years of experience in mental health and hospice nursing, education and mentoring. She holds a Master of Nursing in Mental Health from Oregon Health and Science University, a PhD in Special Education from UC Berkeley and is certified in NOLS Wilderness First Aid and CPR. Her mindfulness practice, which extends over two decades, includes silent retreat experiences as well as certified mindfulness teaching. Dr. Belanger and I discuss her journey that led her to where she is today, the benefits of practicing mindfulness in nature and advice for anyone looking to incorporate mindfulness in their everyday life to reap the benefits of a happier, healthier life. false full a11a4714-1b97-48f1-acb3-10d76c3003b2 On the Go Episode 19: Introducing Baby to Solids- the Why, When, Where, What and How For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on her Facebook page: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

 

 

]]> Tue, 19 Oct 2021 21:25:17 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-19-introducing-baby-to-solids-the-why-when-where-what-and-how-_jCLpmJz For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on her Facebook page: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

 

 

]]> On the Go Episode 19: Introducing Baby to Solids- the Why, When, Where, What and How Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:17:57 We eat food because we need it to live. And we eat food because of how it makes us feel. One of the great joys of parenthood is when your baby is ready to start solids. But you might have so many questions and you’re looking for the right answers. On this solo episode, I am going to share my knowledge about starting solids for babies. I couldn’t love this topic more than I do! I will discuss the WHY, WHAT, WHEN, WHERE and HOW of INTRODUCTION TO SOLIDS. We eat food because we need it to live. And we eat food because of how it makes us feel. One of the great joys of parenthood is when your baby is ready to start solids. But you might have so many questions and you’re looking for the right answers. On this solo episode, I am going to share my knowledge about starting solids for babies. I couldn’t love this topic more than I do! I will discuss the WHY, WHAT, WHEN, WHERE and HOW of INTRODUCTION TO SOLIDS. false full 5936ce87-ceb5-4171-a3d6-32d6d70175a2 Episode 18: Food Allergies in Children Mentioned in this Episode:

 

1. https://www.foodallergy.org/living-food-allergies/food-allergy-essentials/food-allergy-anaphylaxis-emergency-care-plan - This action plan can be completed by the patient's allergist and gives them a good understanding of how to assess the severity of the reaction and when to use the Epinephrine autoinjector. 

 

2. https://www.palforzia.com/

Palforzia - FDA approved peanut OIT product

 

3. https://columbiaallergy.com/

Columbia Allergy clinic website for clinic locations, services and other information. 

 

4. https://www.foodallergy.org/

Very helpful practical information for families with food allergies

 

5. https://www.healthychildren.org/English/health-issues/injuries-emergencies/Pages/Avoid-Food-Allergy-Scare-on-Halloween.aspx

- Helpful information about how to be safe and avoid accidental exposures during Halloween 

 

For more on Dr. Gandhe, you can find her at https://columbiaallergy.com/, where she has her practice at Columbia Asthma and Allergy Clinic in the San Francisco Bay Area, California. 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on her Facebook page: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Tue, 19 Oct 2021 00:41:13 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-19-food-allergies-in-children-5NHxLOlv Mentioned in this Episode:

 

1. https://www.foodallergy.org/living-food-allergies/food-allergy-essentials/food-allergy-anaphylaxis-emergency-care-plan - This action plan can be completed by the patient's allergist and gives them a good understanding of how to assess the severity of the reaction and when to use the Epinephrine autoinjector. 

 

2. https://www.palforzia.com/

Palforzia - FDA approved peanut OIT product

 

3. https://columbiaallergy.com/

Columbia Allergy clinic website for clinic locations, services and other information. 

 

4. https://www.foodallergy.org/

Very helpful practical information for families with food allergies

 

5. https://www.healthychildren.org/English/health-issues/injuries-emergencies/Pages/Avoid-Food-Allergy-Scare-on-Halloween.aspx

- Helpful information about how to be safe and avoid accidental exposures during Halloween 

 

For more on Dr. Gandhe, you can find her at https://columbiaallergy.com/, where she has her practice at Columbia Asthma and Allergy Clinic in the San Francisco Bay Area, California. 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on her Facebook page: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 18: Food Allergies in Children Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:49:55 Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The information on this podcast is for informational purposes only. No material on this site is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Food allergies continue to rise- approximately 1 in 13 children now have a food allergy. But why is this happening? Is it what’s in our food? Is it the over sanitization of our homes? Is it the overuse of antibiotic in medical treatment or in factory farming practices? There are many more reasons why more and more kids are being diagnosed with food allergies, and today we are going to dive deep to understand what is really going on and how we can best support our loved ones. On this episode of Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Dr. Renu Gandhe, a board-certified allergy, immunology, and asthma specialist at Columbia Asthma & Allergy Clinic in Fremont and Sunnyvale, California.Dr. Gandhe was born and raised in India. She completed her medical degree at the highly-regarded Government Medical College, Nagpur in Maharashtra, India. Dr. Gandhe is board certified in pediatrics, and offers food allergy education to pediatricians, school nurses and teachers. Argavan and Dr. Gandhe discuss why food allergies in children are on the rise, which allergy tests are recommended and the benefits of each as well as advice for families who are struggling to manage their children’s allergies despite having tried multiple treatments. If there is anything related to food allergies, we cover it in this episode. Don’t miss it! Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The information on this podcast is for informational purposes only. No material on this site is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Food allergies continue to rise- approximately 1 in 13 children now have a food allergy. But why is this happening? Is it what’s in our food? Is it the over sanitization of our homes? Is it the overuse of antibiotic in medical treatment or in factory farming practices? There are many more reasons why more and more kids are being diagnosed with food allergies, and today we are going to dive deep to understand what is really going on and how we can best support our loved ones. On this episode of Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Dr. Renu Gandhe, a board-certified allergy, immunology, and asthma specialist at Columbia Asthma & Allergy Clinic in Fremont and Sunnyvale, California.Dr. Gandhe was born and raised in India. She completed her medical degree at the highly-regarded Government Medical College, Nagpur in Maharashtra, India. Dr. Gandhe is board certified in pediatrics, and offers food allergy education to pediatricians, school nurses and teachers. Argavan and Dr. Gandhe discuss why food allergies in children are on the rise, which allergy tests are recommended and the benefits of each as well as advice for families who are struggling to manage their children’s allergies despite having tried multiple treatments. If there is anything related to food allergies, we cover it in this episode. Don’t miss it! false full fd18f886-adbb-46ef-b75f-55c36e247a58 Episode 17: Self-Care Reset- How to Create a Self-Care Routine that Sticks Mentioned in this episode as well as Rachel’s recommendations:

 

 

Books on Habits

 

The Four Day Win by Martha Beck

 

The Joy Diet by Martha Beck

 

The Slight Edge by Jeff Olson

 

Atomic Habits by James Clear

 

The Four Tendencies by Gretchen Rubin

 

General Books on Self-Development 

 

Wherever You Go, There You Are by Jon Kabat Zinn

 

Radical Acceptance by Tara Brack

 

Conscious Living by Gay Hendricks

 

The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle

 

The Untethered Soul by Michael Singer

 

Daring Greatly by Brene Brown

 

Guided Meditation Apps

 

Insight Timer

https://insighttimer.com/

 

Headspace

https://www.headspace.com/

 

Buddhify

https://buddhify.com/

 

Podcasts Episodes related to self-care

 

The Life Coach School

Episode: How to Fail

https://thelifecoachschool.com/podcast/4/

 

The Life Coach School

Episode: Being Selfish

https://thelifecoachschool.com/podcast/304/

 

Tara Brach (meditation and talks)

Episode: Fierce Self-Compassion

https://www.tarabrach.com/fierce-compassion/

 

Sounds True: Insights at the Edge

Episode: How to Have Kids and a Life

https://www.resources.soundstrue.com/podcast/how-to-have-kids-and-a-life/

 

The Happiness Lab

Episode: You Can’t Always Want What You Like

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-happiness-lab-with-dr-laurie-santos/id1474245040?i=1000535009523



 

 

 

 

For more on Rachel O’Connor, you can follow through her website www.racheloconnorcoaching.com and contact her at racheloconnorcoaching@gmail.com.

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook page: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

 

 

 

]]> Tue, 12 Oct 2021 22:14:40 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-17-self-care-reset-how-to-create-a-self-care-routine-that-sticks-M4y2mLQ1 Mentioned in this episode as well as Rachel’s recommendations:

 

 

Books on Habits

 

The Four Day Win by Martha Beck

 

The Joy Diet by Martha Beck

 

The Slight Edge by Jeff Olson

 

Atomic Habits by James Clear

 

The Four Tendencies by Gretchen Rubin

 

General Books on Self-Development 

 

Wherever You Go, There You Are by Jon Kabat Zinn

 

Radical Acceptance by Tara Brack

 

Conscious Living by Gay Hendricks

 

The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle

 

The Untethered Soul by Michael Singer

 

Daring Greatly by Brene Brown

 

Guided Meditation Apps

 

Insight Timer

https://insighttimer.com/

 

Headspace

https://www.headspace.com/

 

Buddhify

https://buddhify.com/

 

Podcasts Episodes related to self-care

 

The Life Coach School

Episode: How to Fail

https://thelifecoachschool.com/podcast/4/

 

The Life Coach School

Episode: Being Selfish

https://thelifecoachschool.com/podcast/304/

 

Tara Brach (meditation and talks)

Episode: Fierce Self-Compassion

https://www.tarabrach.com/fierce-compassion/

 

Sounds True: Insights at the Edge

Episode: How to Have Kids and a Life

https://www.resources.soundstrue.com/podcast/how-to-have-kids-and-a-life/

 

The Happiness Lab

Episode: You Can’t Always Want What You Like

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-happiness-lab-with-dr-laurie-santos/id1474245040?i=1000535009523



 

 

 

 

For more on Rachel O’Connor, you can follow through her website www.racheloconnorcoaching.com and contact her at racheloconnorcoaching@gmail.com.

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook page: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

 

 

 

]]> Episode 17: Self-Care Reset- How to Create a Self-Care Routine that Sticks Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:32:37 As women, we take care of everyone else and put everyone else’s needs before our own- the demands from work, friends, family, children and pets (the list goes on) are endless. Why is it until we are stretched thin, overworked, unhappy, unfulfilled and drained do we feel the need to make changes? Self- care shouldn’t be just something you do time to time, it should be a way of life. Like everything else you prioritize, taking care of your physical and mental well being should move to the top of your list. Put your own oxygen mask on first before helping others. On today’s episode, Argavan talks with Rachel O’Connor, a life and weight loss coach and the founder of Rachel O’Connor Coaching. With a background in educational publishing, Rachel left her corporate job to find a more fulfilling path. She discovered that loving herself first was the key to creating a life that she loves, and everything she teaches is grounded in that belief. Argavan and Rachel discuss what self care actually is and how to personalize a routine that works for each person. Also, Argavan and Rachel discuss the dreaded “mom guilt”, why it exists and how to reframe the thinking to start making the changes that will bring more joy and peace in your life. This is an episode for anyone looking to feel better now and for the long term! As women, we take care of everyone else and put everyone else’s needs before our own- the demands from work, friends, family, children and pets (the list goes on) are endless. Why is it until we are stretched thin, overworked, unhappy, unfulfilled and drained do we feel the need to make changes? Self- care shouldn’t be just something you do time to time, it should be a way of life. Like everything else you prioritize, taking care of your physical and mental well being should move to the top of your list. Put your own oxygen mask on first before helping others. On today’s episode, Argavan talks with Rachel O’Connor, a life and weight loss coach and the founder of Rachel O’Connor Coaching. With a background in educational publishing, Rachel left her corporate job to find a more fulfilling path. She discovered that loving herself first was the key to creating a life that she loves, and everything she teaches is grounded in that belief. Argavan and Rachel discuss what self care actually is and how to personalize a routine that works for each person. Also, Argavan and Rachel discuss the dreaded “mom guilt”, why it exists and how to reframe the thinking to start making the changes that will bring more joy and peace in your life. This is an episode for anyone looking to feel better now and for the long term! false full 57e5b95c-268a-48a6-8396-cdcb02490bda Episode 16: Beyond the Labs, Beyond the Diagnosis and Beyond the Typical Standard of Care Mentioned in this episode:

 

Quest Vitamin D at home testing

 

Labs with Dr. Kylie

 

Dr. Kylie’s Podcast

  • Beyond the Diagnosis with Dr. Kylie

 

 

For more on Dr. Kylie Burton, you can follow her on Instagram @drkylieburton, on her Facebook page: Dr. Kylie Burton, on Twitter @drkylieburton, on LinkedIn @drkylieburton and through her website www.dr.kylieburton.com.

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook page: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Thu, 7 Oct 2021 22:23:09 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-16-beyond-the-labs-beyond-the-diagnosis-and-beyond-the-typical-standard-of-care-ZXoKNU_l Mentioned in this episode:

 

Quest Vitamin D at home testing

 

Labs with Dr. Kylie

 

Dr. Kylie’s Podcast

  • Beyond the Diagnosis with Dr. Kylie

 

 

For more on Dr. Kylie Burton, you can follow her on Instagram @drkylieburton, on her Facebook page: Dr. Kylie Burton, on Twitter @drkylieburton, on LinkedIn @drkylieburton and through her website www.dr.kylieburton.com.

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook page: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Episode 16: Beyond the Labs, Beyond the Diagnosis and Beyond the Typical Standard of Care Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:40:42 The U.S. spends more on health care than any other high-income country but has the lowest life expectancy and the highest rates of suicide, chronic disease and obesity. Each year, the average U.S. resident pays over $1000 out-of-pocket for health care, which includes expenses like copayments for doctor’s visits and prescription drugs or health insurance deductibles. Clearly, something is seriously broken! On this episode of Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Dr. Kylie Burton, a licensed chiropractor and a functional medicine expert based in Utah. Dr. Burton graduated inn 2012 with her bachelor’s degree in Nutrition. In 2017, she graduated from the University of Western States with her Doctorate of Chiropractic, She further pursued a Certificate in Functional Medicine from Functional Medicine University (FMU). She is also a mom of 2 young kids (4 and 1 year old), and the founder and host of her own podcast, Beyond the Diagnosis with Dr. Kylie, In this episode, Argavan and Dr. Kylie discuss what functional medicine is and why knowledge is power, what to look for in a standard lab test obtained during a routine check up (it’s not what you think!) and how to look beyond diagnosis and labels and treat conditions at the source for optimal health and well being. The U.S. spends more on health care than any other high-income country but has the lowest life expectancy and the highest rates of suicide, chronic disease and obesity. Each year, the average U.S. resident pays over $1000 out-of-pocket for health care, which includes expenses like copayments for doctor’s visits and prescription drugs or health insurance deductibles. Clearly, something is seriously broken! On this episode of Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Dr. Kylie Burton, a licensed chiropractor and a functional medicine expert based in Utah. Dr. Burton graduated inn 2012 with her bachelor’s degree in Nutrition. In 2017, she graduated from the University of Western States with her Doctorate of Chiropractic, She further pursued a Certificate in Functional Medicine from Functional Medicine University (FMU). She is also a mom of 2 young kids (4 and 1 year old), and the founder and host of her own podcast, Beyond the Diagnosis with Dr. Kylie, In this episode, Argavan and Dr. Kylie discuss what functional medicine is and why knowledge is power, what to look for in a standard lab test obtained during a routine check up (it’s not what you think!) and how to look beyond diagnosis and labels and treat conditions at the source for optimal health and well being. false full 715c0512-9c7d-4f81-b712-751529e0d83d Episode 15: Empowering Parents and the Community with The Ouchless Care Model Mentioned in this Episode:

 

  • Facebook page: Ouchless ER Project
  • Ouchless ER Project website: COMING SOON!

 

 

For more on Michelle Tracy, you can follow her on LinkedIn @MichelleTracy.

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on her Facebook page: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

 

 

 

]]> Thu, 7 Oct 2021 00:23:14 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-15-empowering-parents-and-the-community-with-the-ouchless-care-model-m_x7FBrv Mentioned in this Episode:

 

  • Facebook page: Ouchless ER Project
  • Ouchless ER Project website: COMING SOON!

 

 

For more on Michelle Tracy, you can follow her on LinkedIn @MichelleTracy.

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on her Facebook page: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

 

 

 

]]> Episode 15: Empowering Parents and the Community with The Ouchless Care Model Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:25:12 We discussed the Ouchless Project in Episode #14 with Cathy Taylor. Cathy, a mom of an almost 10 year old boy, had a traumatic experience when her son received emergency care as a 3 year old child. Cathy realized that in Marin County, where she lives, the emergency care facilities lacked the equipment and expertise to treat pediatric patients hence the Ouchless Project was born. Today’s guest, Michelle Tracy, has been instrumental in implementing this pediatric emergency room program when she was Director of Emergency Services and Trauma at MarinHealth. She continues to raise awareness about Ouchless in her community and beyond. As both Cathy and Michelle have quoted, “I couldn’t have done it without her and she couldn’t have done it without me”. Argavan speaks with Michelle, a Registered Nurse for almost 30 years, who has worn many hats, including Director, Educator, Project Manager and Consultant in acute care settings. Michelle has been widely recognized and praised for training her staff using the Ouchless Care Model, leading to MarinHealth becoming Emergency Department Approved for Pediatrics in April 2018. Michelle shares the harrowing day that changed the trajectory for her as a mother and nurse, the journey to where she is now and her vision for the future of the Ouchless Care Model for all healthcare facilities. Check it out! We discussed the Ouchless Project in Episode #14 with Cathy Taylor. Cathy, a mom of an almost 10 year old boy, had a traumatic experience when her son received emergency care as a 3 year old child. Cathy realized that in Marin County, where she lives, the emergency care facilities lacked the equipment and expertise to treat pediatric patients hence the Ouchless Project was born. Today’s guest, Michelle Tracy, has been instrumental in implementing this pediatric emergency room program when she was Director of Emergency Services and Trauma at MarinHealth. She continues to raise awareness about Ouchless in her community and beyond. As both Cathy and Michelle have quoted, “I couldn’t have done it without her and she couldn’t have done it without me”. Argavan speaks with Michelle, a Registered Nurse for almost 30 years, who has worn many hats, including Director, Educator, Project Manager and Consultant in acute care settings. Michelle has been widely recognized and praised for training her staff using the Ouchless Care Model, leading to MarinHealth becoming Emergency Department Approved for Pediatrics in April 2018. Michelle shares the harrowing day that changed the trajectory for her as a mother and nurse, the journey to where she is now and her vision for the future of the Ouchless Care Model for all healthcare facilities. Check it out! false full 056609f6-8f5f-494b-8e2f-08521511af56 Episode 14: The Importance of Pediatric Best Practices in Hospitals that Treat Young Patients Mentioned in this Episode:

 

 

 

For more on Cathy Taylor, you can follow her on Facebook page: Cathy Holman-Taylor.

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on her Facebook page: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 


 

 

]]> Wed, 6 Oct 2021 04:22:51 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-14-the-importance-of-pediatric-best-practices-in-hospitals-that-treat-young-patients-cyHH_3CF Mentioned in this Episode:

 

 

 

For more on Cathy Taylor, you can follow her on Facebook page: Cathy Holman-Taylor.

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on her Facebook page: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 


 

 

]]> Episode 14: The Importance of Pediatric Best Practices in Hospitals that Treat Young Patients Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:30:47 Only until a few short years ago, Marin County, California (north of the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco with a population over 250 000 and 20% under the age of 18) lacked emergency care facilities that centered on pediatric best practices. What this means is that in the past, when a child was admitted to a medical facility in Marin, the staff lacked adequate training and the equipment were not conducive to providing treatment in an age-appropriate fashion. In comes Cathy Taylor- a passionate and dedicated mama, hardworking and committed healthcare worker and a charismatic community leader with remarkable vision and foresight. We talk about how one woman’s personal journey led to a lasting impact on her community and beyond. Argavan talks to Cathy Taylor, a sonographer at the University California San Francisco (UCSF) in San Francisco, California. She is also mom to an amazing soon-to-be 10 year old boy. They discuss the importance of the Ouchless Care Model for all facilities and staff who treat young children, how local agencies and first responders are getting involved and why a positive experience in medical treatment for children matters so much in the present and the future. You really don’t want to miss this! Only until a few short years ago, Marin County, California (north of the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco with a population over 250 000 and 20% under the age of 18) lacked emergency care facilities that centered on pediatric best practices. What this means is that in the past, when a child was admitted to a medical facility in Marin, the staff lacked adequate training and the equipment were not conducive to providing treatment in an age-appropriate fashion. In comes Cathy Taylor- a passionate and dedicated mama, hardworking and committed healthcare worker and a charismatic community leader with remarkable vision and foresight. We talk about how one woman’s personal journey led to a lasting impact on her community and beyond. Argavan talks to Cathy Taylor, a sonographer at the University California San Francisco (UCSF) in San Francisco, California. She is also mom to an amazing soon-to-be 10 year old boy. They discuss the importance of the Ouchless Care Model for all facilities and staff who treat young children, how local agencies and first responders are getting involved and why a positive experience in medical treatment for children matters so much in the present and the future. You really don’t want to miss this! false full 4ad05082-ea59-4cd6-9396-14a268f5b9cc Episode 13: Emotional Regulation in Children and Responding to Challenging Behavior Mentioned in this episode:

 

Books

 

Attachment Focused Parenting: Effective Strategies to Care for Children by Daniel Hughes

https://www.amazon.com/Attachment-Focused-Parenting-Effective-Strategies-Professional/dp/0393705552/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=Attachment+Focused+Parenting%3A+Effective+Strategies+daniel+hughes&qid=1633052824&sr=8-3


The Whole Brain Child: 12 Revolutionary Strategies to Nurture Your Child's Developing Mind by Daniel Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson

https://www.amazon.com/The-Whole-Brain-Child-audiobook/dp/B007N4PFG0/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=the+whole+brain+child&qid=1633052876&sr=8-3


How to Talk so Kids will Listen and Listen to Kids will Talk by Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish

https://www.amazon.com/How-Talk-Kids-Will-Listen/dp/B007ZT6RHY/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=How+to+Talk+so+Kids+will+Listen+and+Listen+to+Kids+will+Talk&qid=1633052918&s=audible&sr=1-2

 

For more on Tobi Baker, you can follow her on Instagram @tobibakermswrsw and through her website www.tobibaker.com.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook @babystepsnutrition, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Fri, 1 Oct 2021 02:24:48 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-13-emotional-regulation-in-children-and-responding-to-challenging-behavior-T3QkVLco Mentioned in this episode:

 

Books

 

Attachment Focused Parenting: Effective Strategies to Care for Children by Daniel Hughes

https://www.amazon.com/Attachment-Focused-Parenting-Effective-Strategies-Professional/dp/0393705552/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=Attachment+Focused+Parenting%3A+Effective+Strategies+daniel+hughes&qid=1633052824&sr=8-3


The Whole Brain Child: 12 Revolutionary Strategies to Nurture Your Child's Developing Mind by Daniel Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson

https://www.amazon.com/The-Whole-Brain-Child-audiobook/dp/B007N4PFG0/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=the+whole+brain+child&qid=1633052876&sr=8-3


How to Talk so Kids will Listen and Listen to Kids will Talk by Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish

https://www.amazon.com/How-Talk-Kids-Will-Listen/dp/B007ZT6RHY/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=How+to+Talk+so+Kids+will+Listen+and+Listen+to+Kids+will+Talk&qid=1633052918&s=audible&sr=1-2

 

For more on Tobi Baker, you can follow her on Instagram @tobibakermswrsw and through her website www.tobibaker.com.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook @babystepsnutrition, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Episode 13: Emotional Regulation in Children and Responding to Challenging Behavior Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:34:00 There are so many reasons why a child may be having challenging or difficult emotions or behaviors. After all, we as caregivers have seen it often with our children (sometimes too often!). However, some children may have extremely difficult and challenging behaviors that require evaluation and support from a trusted professional. On this episode of Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Tobi Baker, a registered social worker and therapist for children and families. She opened her private practice in 2018 in Toronto, Canada and works with children of all ages, with a specialty in mental health. She earned her Master of Social Work at the University of Toronto and her Bachelor of Arts with an Honors Psychology degree at the University of Ottawa in Canada. She has worked for the Toronto District School Board, as well as centers that include child and family services, community mental health and pediatric rehabilitation In this episode, Argavan and Tobi talk about challenging behaviors that children can exhibit, what may be exacerbating those challenges and discussing strategies and insights to reduce stress and frustration. As always, we emphasize a respectful approach to parenting. There are so many reasons why a child may be having challenging or difficult emotions or behaviors. After all, we as caregivers have seen it often with our children (sometimes too often!). However, some children may have extremely difficult and challenging behaviors that require evaluation and support from a trusted professional. On this episode of Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Tobi Baker, a registered social worker and therapist for children and families. She opened her private practice in 2018 in Toronto, Canada and works with children of all ages, with a specialty in mental health. She earned her Master of Social Work at the University of Toronto and her Bachelor of Arts with an Honors Psychology degree at the University of Ottawa in Canada. She has worked for the Toronto District School Board, as well as centers that include child and family services, community mental health and pediatric rehabilitation In this episode, Argavan and Tobi talk about challenging behaviors that children can exhibit, what may be exacerbating those challenges and discussing strategies and insights to reduce stress and frustration. As always, we emphasize a respectful approach to parenting. false full 8b9b83d0-166f-4f2a-9150-4d49d3cb5cc6 Episode 12: Oral Motor Development and Feeding in Babies  

Useful resources :

 

https://www.azbreastfedbabies.com/
 

https://www.feedingmatters.org/
 

http://pediatricfeedingnews.com/
 

https://mymunchbug.com/
 

https://www.feedinglittles.com/
 

https://www.instagram.com/infant.nutritionist/
 

https://www.instagram.com/montessori.nutritionist/

 

 

For more on Alisa Wang, you can follow her on Instagram @nourishh.slp and through her website https://nourishhslp.as.me/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on her Facebook page: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

 

]]> Wed, 22 Sep 2021 00:35:07 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-12-oral-motor-development-and-feeding-in-babies-ZUkxdGe9  

Useful resources :

 

https://www.azbreastfedbabies.com/
 

https://www.feedingmatters.org/
 

http://pediatricfeedingnews.com/
 

https://mymunchbug.com/
 

https://www.feedinglittles.com/
 

https://www.instagram.com/infant.nutritionist/
 

https://www.instagram.com/montessori.nutritionist/

 

 

For more on Alisa Wang, you can follow her on Instagram @nourishh.slp and through her website https://nourishhslp.as.me/.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on her Facebook page: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

 

]]> Episode 12: Oral Motor Development and Feeding in Babies Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:52:43 Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The information on this podcast is for informational purposes only. No material on this site is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Being a new parent can feel so overwhelming. With the amount of information online as well as advice or opinions from (well meaning) friends and family, it’s hard to separate fact from fiction. From birth to 12 months babies reach incredible milestones quickly. But what is “normal”? How does a caregiver know when a baby is ready to start solids?; or wean from a pacifier? Or if there are underlying conditions that are impacting growth and development? Perhaps the baby is within the window of normal development and caregivers just need reassurance from a trusted medical professional that all is well. We will answer all those important questions and much more. On this episode of Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Alisa Wang, a speech language pathologist who specializes in neonatal and pediatric feeding and swallowing. She is also a certified lactation counselor and neonatal touch and massage therapist. Alisa has worked primarily in the pediatric and neonatal intensive care units, and the general medicine floors. She currently works in a pediatric hospital in Phoenix, Arizona. In this episode, Argavan and Alisa talk about the stages of a healthy oral-motor development and signs to look for that require a professional evaluation. They address differences between spit up and reflux and how they impact feeding. Furthermore, Argavan and Alisa discuss breastfeeding and why it may not come naturally, rather requires mom and baby to learn this new skill. Lastly, introduction to solids is covered in detail with suggestions for best utensils and cups that support a healthy oral motor development. Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The information on this podcast is for informational purposes only. No material on this site is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Being a new parent can feel so overwhelming. With the amount of information online as well as advice or opinions from (well meaning) friends and family, it’s hard to separate fact from fiction. From birth to 12 months babies reach incredible milestones quickly. But what is “normal”? How does a caregiver know when a baby is ready to start solids?; or wean from a pacifier? Or if there are underlying conditions that are impacting growth and development? Perhaps the baby is within the window of normal development and caregivers just need reassurance from a trusted medical professional that all is well. We will answer all those important questions and much more. On this episode of Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Alisa Wang, a speech language pathologist who specializes in neonatal and pediatric feeding and swallowing. She is also a certified lactation counselor and neonatal touch and massage therapist. Alisa has worked primarily in the pediatric and neonatal intensive care units, and the general medicine floors. She currently works in a pediatric hospital in Phoenix, Arizona. In this episode, Argavan and Alisa talk about the stages of a healthy oral-motor development and signs to look for that require a professional evaluation. They address differences between spit up and reflux and how they impact feeding. Furthermore, Argavan and Alisa discuss breastfeeding and why it may not come naturally, rather requires mom and baby to learn this new skill. Lastly, introduction to solids is covered in detail with suggestions for best utensils and cups that support a healthy oral motor development. false full 5ae1be47-775f-4342-bfe2-139f22c1d6b8 On the Go Episode 11: The Power of Nutrition on Children's Behavior For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on the Facebook page: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Tue, 14 Sep 2021 20:16:48 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/on-the-go-episode-the-power-of-nutrition-on-childrens-behavior-35TCYrRh For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on the Facebook page: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> On the Go Episode 11: The Power of Nutrition on Children's Behavior Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:15:41 As a dietitian that works with children, I know first hand that nutrition is often overlooked or underappreciated when it comes to children’s mood and behavior. There are so many children with mood challenges, sleep disturbances, food aversions, gastrointestinal issues like diarrhea or chronic constipation that are absolute red flags that something is indeed going on inside their bodies (the mind-body connection). On my first solo episode, I dig deep into the reasons why, despite living in one of the most wealthiest countries in the world, that the majority of our population suffer from so many ailments (diabetes, heart disease, cancer but also insulin resistance, allergies and intolerances, memory fog, obesity, asthma and many other inflammatory and metabolic diseases). Tune in to find out more! As a dietitian that works with children, I know first hand that nutrition is often overlooked or underappreciated when it comes to children’s mood and behavior. There are so many children with mood challenges, sleep disturbances, food aversions, gastrointestinal issues like diarrhea or chronic constipation that are absolute red flags that something is indeed going on inside their bodies (the mind-body connection). On my first solo episode, I dig deep into the reasons why, despite living in one of the most wealthiest countries in the world, that the majority of our population suffer from so many ailments (diabetes, heart disease, cancer but also insulin resistance, allergies and intolerances, memory fog, obesity, asthma and many other inflammatory and metabolic diseases). Tune in to find out more! false full ce3e6bf5-c48d-461a-8d20-9221c465db4f Episode 10: Pandemic Life Through the Eyes of a Teen For more on Dr. Fazio, since she does not have an online presence, please contact Argavan Nilforoush directly through the information below and she will be more than happy to relay any questions or comments you have.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook @babystepsnutrition, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Fri, 10 Sep 2021 20:33:51 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-10-pandemic-life-through-the-eyes-of-a-teen-9eaEbIz0 For more on Dr. Fazio, since she does not have an online presence, please contact Argavan Nilforoush directly through the information below and she will be more than happy to relay any questions or comments you have.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook @babystepsnutrition, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 10: Pandemic Life Through the Eyes of a Teen Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:52:42 The entire globe was experiencing the pandemic at the same time. We were bombarded with headline news, flaming posts and comments on social media, the chatter and gossip of our social circles and on top of everything, the stress, anxiety, exhaustion and fear we were feeling inside ourselves. But what about our teens? On this episode of Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, we are talking with Dr. Michelle Fazio, a medical doctor currently teaching family life to (or as most of us know it, sex education) at Good Shepherd Lutheran School in Novato, California where she works with 5th-8th graders. She has quite an impressive resume- which include a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology and Medical Degree from Boston University Medical School. She has always been passionate about teaching in many sectors and working with many groups, including medical school students, inner city students and hospital staff and patients. In this episode, Argavan and Dr. Fazio talk about why the teen population struggled the most during the pandemic of all other age groups. Furthermore, Argavan and Dr. Fazio provide parents with insights about how best to connect with teens for an open, honest communication (humor is a key factor!) that reduces tension and friction in the parent-child relationship. If you are looking for a humorous, compassionate, no-nonsense and intelligent discussion about teen behavior during the pandemic, you’ll appreciate this episode. Tune in! The entire globe was experiencing the pandemic at the same time. We were bombarded with headline news, flaming posts and comments on social media, the chatter and gossip of our social circles and on top of everything, the stress, anxiety, exhaustion and fear we were feeling inside ourselves. But what about our teens? On this episode of Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, we are talking with Dr. Michelle Fazio, a medical doctor currently teaching family life to (or as most of us know it, sex education) at Good Shepherd Lutheran School in Novato, California where she works with 5th-8th graders. She has quite an impressive resume- which include a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology and Medical Degree from Boston University Medical School. She has always been passionate about teaching in many sectors and working with many groups, including medical school students, inner city students and hospital staff and patients. In this episode, Argavan and Dr. Fazio talk about why the teen population struggled the most during the pandemic of all other age groups. Furthermore, Argavan and Dr. Fazio provide parents with insights about how best to connect with teens for an open, honest communication (humor is a key factor!) that reduces tension and friction in the parent-child relationship. If you are looking for a humorous, compassionate, no-nonsense and intelligent discussion about teen behavior during the pandemic, you’ll appreciate this episode. Tune in! false full 73dce209-74c0-4544-adde-d6fb24fe3d66 Episode 9: Trauma and the Journey to Healing Mentioned in this episode:

 

Books

https://www.amazon.com/Waking-Tiger-Healing-Peter-Levine/dp/155643233X/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=waking+the+tiger&qid=1630440167&sr=8-1

 

https://www.amazon.com/Mans-Search-for-Meaning-audiobook/dp/B0006IU470/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2P3B89I580EMQ&dchild=1&keywords=man%27s+search+for+meaning&qid=1630440197&sprefix=man%27s+searc%2Caps%2C226&sr=8-1

 

https://www.amazon.com/Body-Keeps-Score-Healing-Trauma/dp/B08TX585RN/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1OBIXQDBWHOZS&dchild=1&keywords=the+body+keeps+the+score&qid=1630440222&s=audible&sprefix=the+body+k%2Caudible%2C221&sr=1-1

 

 

 

For more on Melissa Lapides, you can follow her on Instagram @safetraumahealing, on Facebook: Melissa Lapides Trauma Healing and Education page and through her website www.safetraumahealing.com.

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

 

 

]]> Tue, 31 Aug 2021 20:28:03 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-9-trauma-and-the-journey-to-healing-ro7bU08q Mentioned in this episode:

 

Books

https://www.amazon.com/Waking-Tiger-Healing-Peter-Levine/dp/155643233X/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=waking+the+tiger&qid=1630440167&sr=8-1

 

https://www.amazon.com/Mans-Search-for-Meaning-audiobook/dp/B0006IU470/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2P3B89I580EMQ&dchild=1&keywords=man%27s+search+for+meaning&qid=1630440197&sprefix=man%27s+searc%2Caps%2C226&sr=8-1

 

https://www.amazon.com/Body-Keeps-Score-Healing-Trauma/dp/B08TX585RN/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1OBIXQDBWHOZS&dchild=1&keywords=the+body+keeps+the+score&qid=1630440222&s=audible&sprefix=the+body+k%2Caudible%2C221&sr=1-1

 

 

 

For more on Melissa Lapides, you can follow her on Instagram @safetraumahealing, on Facebook: Melissa Lapides Trauma Healing and Education page and through her website www.safetraumahealing.com.

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

 

 

]]> Episode 9: Trauma and the Journey to Healing Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:37:42 On this episode of Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Melissa Lapides, founder of Safe Trauma Healing, and creator of the SafeSpace™ Facilitation program. A mom herself, she is on her own journey to healing, understands clients’ needs best and who keeps it real without false promises and toxic positivity. In this episode, Argavan and Melissa talk about why not all therapy is created equal, what factors can be halting personal growth and how one can know if they’re acting from a place of unresolved trauma. Furthermore, Argavan and Melissa discuss the ego in detail and why awareness is key to improved relationships and most importantly, inner peace and joy. This is an episode that will undoubtedly resonate with all of you- don’t miss it! On this episode of Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Melissa Lapides, founder of Safe Trauma Healing, and creator of the SafeSpace™ Facilitation program. A mom herself, she is on her own journey to healing, understands clients’ needs best and who keeps it real without false promises and toxic positivity. In this episode, Argavan and Melissa talk about why not all therapy is created equal, what factors can be halting personal growth and how one can know if they’re acting from a place of unresolved trauma. Furthermore, Argavan and Melissa discuss the ego in detail and why awareness is key to improved relationships and most importantly, inner peace and joy. This is an episode that will undoubtedly resonate with all of you- don’t miss it! journey, trauma, authentic self, reparenting, healing, family false full cc599e70-5aca-41c0-9d7c-3845aa97fa70 Episode 8: Sleep in Babies and Toddlers Helpful resources related to this episode:

 

Christien’s blog

www.sleep_champs.com/blog

 

A Guide to Better Sleep e-book

https://sleep-champs.com


https://www.healthline.com/health/tips-get-your-kids-sleep?fbclid=IwAR0Du2OIbABkfy4LHo3gZNfvqkWsQYEZTyjIEGxaURztJWMHqZLhBktRrUY#create-routine

 


https://www.nytimes.com/2020/10/15/parenting/kids-tantrums-advice.html?referringSource=articleShare

 

 

For more on Christien Hembrecht, you can follow her on Instagram @sleep_champs, on Facebook: Sleep Champs page and through her website www.sleep-chamos.com/.

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook @babystepsnutrition, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

 

]]> Mon, 30 Aug 2021 22:57:07 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-8-sleep-in-babies-and-toddlers-Nm_5_0_7 Helpful resources related to this episode:

 

Christien’s blog

www.sleep_champs.com/blog

 

A Guide to Better Sleep e-book

https://sleep-champs.com


https://www.healthline.com/health/tips-get-your-kids-sleep?fbclid=IwAR0Du2OIbABkfy4LHo3gZNfvqkWsQYEZTyjIEGxaURztJWMHqZLhBktRrUY#create-routine

 


https://www.nytimes.com/2020/10/15/parenting/kids-tantrums-advice.html?referringSource=articleShare

 

 

For more on Christien Hembrecht, you can follow her on Instagram @sleep_champs, on Facebook: Sleep Champs page and through her website www.sleep-chamos.com/.

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook @babystepsnutrition, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

 

]]> Episode 8: Sleep in Babies and Toddlers Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:28:00 Sleep in young children is a widely discussed issue because it is so prevalent yet it's controversial- because everyone has a different belief or idea of what the right way to handle it is. At Baby Steps Nutrition, we are all about respectful parenting. Our job is to provide you with evidence-based information so you, as caregivers, feel more empowered in whatever decision you do make. American Academy of Pediatrics estimates that sleep problems affect 25 to 50 percent of children and 40 percent of adolescents. I have a feeling this may even be underreported! Sleep challenges in babies are what most new parents struggle with- and the biggest reason for chronic exhaustion. Even when and if babies sleep through the night, there are many problems that can pop up time to time- teething, learning a new skill like crawling, changes in routine- I want to be very clear that here, we are not talking about babies with a medical condition, because that involves a patient-specific approach. We will get into the basics of sleep, separate fact from fiction, and reassure parents that with some gentle and proven techniques, the family can be off to a better night's sleep. On this episode of Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Christien Hembrecht, a mama of 2 boys (ages 5 and 3) with a little one on the way. She is a Certified Gentle Sleep Coach and founder of Sleep Champs, providing gentle sleep coaching to families with babies and children up to the age of 6 years old. In this episode, Argavan and Christien talk about her motivation to become a sleep coach (all of us can relate!) to help other tired families. Furthermore, Argavan and Christien provide parents with insights about typical sleep behavior in children and factors that can worsen nighttime sleep. If you or someone you know is struggling with sleep and chronic exhaustion, this episode is for you! Sleep in young children is a widely discussed issue because it is so prevalent yet it's controversial- because everyone has a different belief or idea of what the right way to handle it is. At Baby Steps Nutrition, we are all about respectful parenting. Our job is to provide you with evidence-based information so you, as caregivers, feel more empowered in whatever decision you do make. American Academy of Pediatrics estimates that sleep problems affect 25 to 50 percent of children and 40 percent of adolescents. I have a feeling this may even be underreported! Sleep challenges in babies are what most new parents struggle with- and the biggest reason for chronic exhaustion. Even when and if babies sleep through the night, there are many problems that can pop up time to time- teething, learning a new skill like crawling, changes in routine- I want to be very clear that here, we are not talking about babies with a medical condition, because that involves a patient-specific approach. We will get into the basics of sleep, separate fact from fiction, and reassure parents that with some gentle and proven techniques, the family can be off to a better night's sleep. On this episode of Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Christien Hembrecht, a mama of 2 boys (ages 5 and 3) with a little one on the way. She is a Certified Gentle Sleep Coach and founder of Sleep Champs, providing gentle sleep coaching to families with babies and children up to the age of 6 years old. In this episode, Argavan and Christien talk about her motivation to become a sleep coach (all of us can relate!) to help other tired families. Furthermore, Argavan and Christien provide parents with insights about typical sleep behavior in children and factors that can worsen nighttime sleep. If you or someone you know is struggling with sleep and chronic exhaustion, this episode is for you! newborn, baby, infantsleep, sleep, parents, family false full 2609b9bb-dc3f-409b-95b5-667e6fd43250 Episode 7: Tweens, Teens & Puberty Mentioned in this episode:

 

Books

The Whole Brain Child

https://www.amazon.com/Whole-Brain-Child-Revolutionary-Strategies-Developing/dp/0553386697/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=whole+brain+child&qid=1629926937&sr=8-3

 

Conscious Parenting

https://www.amazon.com/Conscious-Parent-Transforming-Ourselves-Empowering/dp/1897238452

 

Your Turn: How to be an adult

https://www.amazon.com/Your-Turn-How-Be-Adult/dp/1250137772/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=you%27re+raising+an+adult+julia&qid=1629927144&s=books&sr=1-2

 

 

Organizations

Girls Leadership Institute

https://www.guidestar.org/profile/33-1207431

 

Wait Until 8th

https://www.waituntil8th.org/

 

Documents

Family Media Agreement

https://www.commonsensemedia.org/sites/default/files/uploads/pdfs/common_sense_family_media_agreement.pdf

 

 

For more on Therese Connolly, you can follow her on Instagram @mindfulkidsandfamilies, on Facebook: Mindful Kids and Families page and through her website www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com.

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Wed, 25 Aug 2021 22:26:07 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-7-puberty-3OzGMquh Mentioned in this episode:

 

Books

The Whole Brain Child

https://www.amazon.com/Whole-Brain-Child-Revolutionary-Strategies-Developing/dp/0553386697/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=whole+brain+child&qid=1629926937&sr=8-3

 

Conscious Parenting

https://www.amazon.com/Conscious-Parent-Transforming-Ourselves-Empowering/dp/1897238452

 

Your Turn: How to be an adult

https://www.amazon.com/Your-Turn-How-Be-Adult/dp/1250137772/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=you%27re+raising+an+adult+julia&qid=1629927144&s=books&sr=1-2

 

 

Organizations

Girls Leadership Institute

https://www.guidestar.org/profile/33-1207431

 

Wait Until 8th

https://www.waituntil8th.org/

 

Documents

Family Media Agreement

https://www.commonsensemedia.org/sites/default/files/uploads/pdfs/common_sense_family_media_agreement.pdf

 

 

For more on Therese Connolly, you can follow her on Instagram @mindfulkidsandfamilies, on Facebook: Mindful Kids and Families page and through her website www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com.

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook: Baby Steps Nutrition page, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 7: Tweens, Teens & Puberty Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 01:00:42 Here we are as parents of older kids- we got through the middle of the night feedings and wakings of the infancy years, the temper tantrums of the toddler years, the adjustment to school of the early adolescent years yet now, things feel more stressful and unpredictable than ever! That's right, we are talking about our beloved tweens and teens! Sometimes the days feel like it's filled with nothing but conflict and chaos, while other days we're reminded that this period is, hard for our children TOO as they are experiencing not only tremendous physical growth, also incredible emotional and intellectual growth. Therese (Tess) Connolly, is an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) and Parent Coach who provides overwhelmed and frustrated parents of tweens and teens a 5 step RESET plan, with the tools and strategies to make a change in their family’s life. She founded the Parenting Reset Membership for parents who want on-going monthly parent coaching, to learn new skills, and get connection and support from other parents. She is host and founder of The Parenting Reset Show podcast, coming out in late August 2021. Tess is also a psychotherapist for tween girls and has worked in mental health with children and families for over 20 years. Her parenting motto is: “The best parenting skill is right inside of you”. On this episode of Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Tess about what makes tween development unique and how parents can best support their child in a mutually respectful and understanding manner. Argavan and Tess discuss the impact of gender stereotyping and how social media and technology have further affected relationships with self, peers, families, colleagues and at school. If you are struggling, this is a not-to-be-missed conversation! Here we are as parents of older kids- we got through the middle of the night feedings and wakings of the infancy years, the temper tantrums of the toddler years, the adjustment to school of the early adolescent years yet now, things feel more stressful and unpredictable than ever! That's right, we are talking about our beloved tweens and teens! Sometimes the days feel like it's filled with nothing but conflict and chaos, while other days we're reminded that this period is, hard for our children TOO as they are experiencing not only tremendous physical growth, also incredible emotional and intellectual growth. Therese (Tess) Connolly, is an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) and Parent Coach who provides overwhelmed and frustrated parents of tweens and teens a 5 step RESET plan, with the tools and strategies to make a change in their family’s life. She founded the Parenting Reset Membership for parents who want on-going monthly parent coaching, to learn new skills, and get connection and support from other parents. She is host and founder of The Parenting Reset Show podcast, coming out in late August 2021. Tess is also a psychotherapist for tween girls and has worked in mental health with children and families for over 20 years. Her parenting motto is: “The best parenting skill is right inside of you”. On this episode of Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Tess about what makes tween development unique and how parents can best support their child in a mutually respectful and understanding manner. Argavan and Tess discuss the impact of gender stereotyping and how social media and technology have further affected relationships with self, peers, families, colleagues and at school. If you are struggling, this is a not-to-be-missed conversation! false full 942bf936-8cd9-47e7-b219-2d8f633edf5b Episode 6: Backyard Farming Mentioned in this episode:

 

The Edible Schoolyard Project: https://edibleschoolyard.org

The Backyard Farm Company: https://thebackyardfarmcompany.com

Worm Cafe: https://www.amazon.com/Tumbleweed-27-Worm-Cafe/dp/B005XBDG5M

 

Books: 

The Curious Garden 

https://www.amazon.com/Curious-Garden-Peter-Brown/dp/0316015474/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=the+curious+garden&qid=1629662031&sr=8-1

 

 

One Italian Summer

https://www.amazon.com/One-Italian-Summer-Across-search/dp/0369314018/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&keywords=one+italian+summer&qid=1629663124&sr=8-4

 

For more on Kelly Lauber, you can can follow her on Instagram @soulfarmer, and through her website www.soulfarmer.com.

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook @babystepsnutrition, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Sun, 22 Aug 2021 20:14:58 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-6-backyard-farming-NOgQEwGU Mentioned in this episode:

 

The Edible Schoolyard Project: https://edibleschoolyard.org

The Backyard Farm Company: https://thebackyardfarmcompany.com

Worm Cafe: https://www.amazon.com/Tumbleweed-27-Worm-Cafe/dp/B005XBDG5M

 

Books: 

The Curious Garden 

https://www.amazon.com/Curious-Garden-Peter-Brown/dp/0316015474/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=the+curious+garden&qid=1629662031&sr=8-1

 

 

One Italian Summer

https://www.amazon.com/One-Italian-Summer-Across-search/dp/0369314018/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&keywords=one+italian+summer&qid=1629663124&sr=8-4

 

For more on Kelly Lauber, you can can follow her on Instagram @soulfarmer, and through her website www.soulfarmer.com.

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook @babystepsnutrition, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Episode 6: Backyard Farming Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:34:39 Most of us know what backyard gardens are, but what are backyard farms? Backyard farms are microfarms that incorporate sustainable practices to grow your favorite foods that are organic, cost-efficient and beneficial for self-sufficiency. Gardening and farming are one of, if not the, most impactful activities for children. While in nature, the experience sparks curiousity and creativity in the most calm, exciting way. As a parent, I know there is no greater accomplishment and feeling than nourishing the body and mind of the people you love the most. On top of it all, gardening develops lifelong skills such as patience, dedication, self-sufficiency and a deep knowledge of where real food comes from. It’s more important than ever to cultivate the love of food and eating for pleasure in young children. On this episode of Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Kelly Lauber, a mom of 2 young children and a backyard farmer. Kelly has recently launched Soul Farmer, a unique delivery service of seasonal garden harvest bouquets and soon-to-come experiences and events inspired by her passion for kindness and connection in the community. In this episode, Argavan and Kelly discuss the value of growing your own food, how to include children in gardening and family meal preparation and the impact that seasonal, organic and nutrient-rich produce have on the environment and people’s health. Argavan and Kelly talk about the Edible School Yard project and ways to get involved with this incredible organization. Kelly offers tips and resources for families looking to start their own backyard farming (It involves baby steps!). Most of us know what backyard gardens are, but what are backyard farms? Backyard farms are microfarms that incorporate sustainable practices to grow your favorite foods that are organic, cost-efficient and beneficial for self-sufficiency. Gardening and farming are one of, if not the, most impactful activities for children. While in nature, the experience sparks curiousity and creativity in the most calm, exciting way. As a parent, I know there is no greater accomplishment and feeling than nourishing the body and mind of the people you love the most. On top of it all, gardening develops lifelong skills such as patience, dedication, self-sufficiency and a deep knowledge of where real food comes from. It’s more important than ever to cultivate the love of food and eating for pleasure in young children. On this episode of Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Kelly Lauber, a mom of 2 young children and a backyard farmer. Kelly has recently launched Soul Farmer, a unique delivery service of seasonal garden harvest bouquets and soon-to-come experiences and events inspired by her passion for kindness and connection in the community. In this episode, Argavan and Kelly discuss the value of growing your own food, how to include children in gardening and family meal preparation and the impact that seasonal, organic and nutrient-rich produce have on the environment and people’s health. Argavan and Kelly talk about the Edible School Yard project and ways to get involved with this incredible organization. Kelly offers tips and resources for families looking to start their own backyard farming (It involves baby steps!). false full 37cd84bf-0662-427d-99a0-3ca38cba29f5 Episode 5: Plant-based Meals Mentioned in this episode:

 

Lunch box ideas:
Divided lunch boxes. - pricey 

Glitter and cute and more affordable 

Blue option

Claudine’s advice: make lunches at night when you are putting away dinner; just add leftovers 


 

Noodle ideas- just toss and add extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) and salt

Claudine’s favorite legume options: 

Edamame

Black bean

Lentil 

Chickpea

Grain free - Cassava pastas 

 

Siete tortillas make great quesadillas - 

 

Website for kids meals 

recipes that include meat 

 

 

Claudine’s favorite cookbooks for simple meals - and getting back to the basics! 

https://www.amazon.com/Ottolenghi-Simple-Cookbook-Yotam/dp/1607749165/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3JL0SGJXE5PYB&dchild=1&keywords=ottolenghi+cookbooks&qid=1629317946&sprefix=Otto%2Caps%2C253&sr=8-1

 

https://www.amazon.com/Basics-Brilliance-Donna-Hay/dp/1460751426/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&keywords=donna+hay+simple&qid=1629317974&sr=8-4

 

https://www.amazon.com/Vegan-Instant-Pot-Cookbook-Plant-Based/dp/0525540954/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=171YE49Q4I1SM&dchild=1&keywords=the+vegan+instant+pot&qid=1629318068&sprefix=the+vegan+Insta%2Caps%2C228&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExQUxINkw2R0ZDNjBYJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwMDc4OTE0MVVUSzJLVUZCRU5ENCZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwNjQ4MzA0UDNHU1hZS09aOTBUJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfYXRmJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ==

 

https://www.amazon.com/Martha-Stewarts-Vegetables-Inspired-Choosing/dp/0307954447/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=Martha+Stewart+vegetables&qid=1629318109&sr=8-2

 

For more on Claudine Dagit, you can follow her on Instagram @cookingclaudine, and through her website https://cookingwithclaudine.com/

 

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook @babystepsnutrition, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

 

]]> Sun, 22 Aug 2021 19:17:43 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-5-plant-based-cooking-gmBPILsE Mentioned in this episode:

 

Lunch box ideas:
Divided lunch boxes. - pricey 

Glitter and cute and more affordable 

Blue option

Claudine’s advice: make lunches at night when you are putting away dinner; just add leftovers 


 

Noodle ideas- just toss and add extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) and salt

Claudine’s favorite legume options: 

Edamame

Black bean

Lentil 

Chickpea

Grain free - Cassava pastas 

 

Siete tortillas make great quesadillas - 

 

Website for kids meals 

recipes that include meat 

 

 

Claudine’s favorite cookbooks for simple meals - and getting back to the basics! 

https://www.amazon.com/Ottolenghi-Simple-Cookbook-Yotam/dp/1607749165/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3JL0SGJXE5PYB&dchild=1&keywords=ottolenghi+cookbooks&qid=1629317946&sprefix=Otto%2Caps%2C253&sr=8-1

 

https://www.amazon.com/Basics-Brilliance-Donna-Hay/dp/1460751426/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&keywords=donna+hay+simple&qid=1629317974&sr=8-4

 

https://www.amazon.com/Vegan-Instant-Pot-Cookbook-Plant-Based/dp/0525540954/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=171YE49Q4I1SM&dchild=1&keywords=the+vegan+instant+pot&qid=1629318068&sprefix=the+vegan+Insta%2Caps%2C228&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExQUxINkw2R0ZDNjBYJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwMDc4OTE0MVVUSzJLVUZCRU5ENCZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwNjQ4MzA0UDNHU1hZS09aOTBUJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfYXRmJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ==

 

https://www.amazon.com/Martha-Stewarts-Vegetables-Inspired-Choosing/dp/0307954447/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=Martha+Stewart+vegetables&qid=1629318109&sr=8-2

 

For more on Claudine Dagit, you can follow her on Instagram @cookingclaudine, and through her website https://cookingwithclaudine.com/

 

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook @babystepsnutrition, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

 

]]> Episode 5: Plant-based Meals Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:35:02 Her approach to food and cooking is inviting, passionate and thoughtful which encapsulates the concept of cooking and eating for pleasure. “If you make it, they will come”. In a society that values speed over quality, convenience and comfort over thought not to mention the pressure families feel to manage both busy work and home life schedules, it is vital that people understand the important role food plays in not only nourishing the soul, but healing from ailments, toxins and imbalances and providing immunity to so much that life throws our way. Food is truly medicine. On this episode of Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Claudine Dagit, a natural chef, and the founder of Cooking with Claudine, providing a plant-based meal delivery service to families throughout the Bay Area. After having lived in some pretty cool places all over the world (Milan, Thailand, Paris and Mexico to name a few), her love of food and culture blossomed. She transitioned through a few roles in the food industry before finding her passion and true calling- connecting people with beautiful, nourishing foods that are meant to be enjoyed every day for lifelong well-being. In this episode, Argavan and Claudine discuss how to incorporate more plant-based meals in your life (yes, presentation matters!), meal preparation tips to make mealtimes faster and smoother and school lunch ideas for families looking to add more nourishing foods in their child’s day. Argavan and Claudine talk about advice for budding entrepreneurs looking to delve into the plant-based food industry and how Claudine, herself, got started as an up and coming chef. Her approach to food and cooking is inviting, passionate and thoughtful which encapsulates the concept of cooking and eating for pleasure. “If you make it, they will come”. In a society that values speed over quality, convenience and comfort over thought not to mention the pressure families feel to manage both busy work and home life schedules, it is vital that people understand the important role food plays in not only nourishing the soul, but healing from ailments, toxins and imbalances and providing immunity to so much that life throws our way. Food is truly medicine. On this episode of Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Claudine Dagit, a natural chef, and the founder of Cooking with Claudine, providing a plant-based meal delivery service to families throughout the Bay Area. After having lived in some pretty cool places all over the world (Milan, Thailand, Paris and Mexico to name a few), her love of food and culture blossomed. She transitioned through a few roles in the food industry before finding her passion and true calling- connecting people with beautiful, nourishing foods that are meant to be enjoyed every day for lifelong well-being. In this episode, Argavan and Claudine discuss how to incorporate more plant-based meals in your life (yes, presentation matters!), meal preparation tips to make mealtimes faster and smoother and school lunch ideas for families looking to add more nourishing foods in their child’s day. Argavan and Claudine talk about advice for budding entrepreneurs looking to delve into the plant-based food industry and how Claudine, herself, got started as an up and coming chef. false full 32fa420f-5af2-40d8-9e9e-cd9bdeb81ec9 Episode 4: Detoxing Your Home Mentioned in this episode:

 

 

Reference Apps:

 

(paid reference guide app)

Apple - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/ref-guide-for-essential-oils/id937793199

Android - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.abundanthealth4u.refguide4eo&hl=en_US&gl=US

 

(free education app)

Apple - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/life-steps-app/id1570504952

Android - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.supportstream.lifesteps

 

Books:

 

Essential Oils Pocket Reference 8th Edition - https://amzn.to/3izXn7E

The Essential Oil Truth: The Facts Without the Hype - https://amzn.to/37CI8Vk

Gentle Babies: Essential Oils and Natural Remedies for Pregnancy, Childbirth, Infants and Young Children - https://amzn.to/3lUTEU5

 

Websites:

 

More on Young Living's Seed to Seal promise & their global farms - http://www.seedtoseal.com

~ Young Living’s has a complete transparency model. There are opportunities to camp in their lavender fields in Utah and tour their distillery, labs, warehouse and offices there. Their global farms & distilleries are open to ANYONE at any time. The “behind the scenes” tours are what set apart Young Living from other essential oil companies. A visit is highly recommended.

 

The Young Living Foundation - https://www.younglivingfoundation.org/

~ Young Living invests in projects & programs around the world that champion education, end exploitation and develop enterprise opportunities for women. The foundation is truly the heart & soul of the company. Valentine, herself, happily rounds-up every order she places because of the good Young Living is doing around the world.

 

To Watch:

 

The Story of Cosmetics, short 8 min look at the cosmetic industry - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pfq000AF1i8

Stink! movie (on Netflix) - https://stinkmovie.com/

4 min story about the Young Living Opportunity - www.ylstories.com

 

 

 

For more on Valentine Smith, you can follow her on Instagram @_valentinesmith, on and through her website valentinesmith.lifestepseo.com/valentine.t.smith@gmail.com.

For more on Young Living, you can follow the community education group on Instragram @crownwellnessco and the community support group on Facebook 

https://www.facebook.com/groups/1714924102062395

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook @babystepsnutrition, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

 

]]> Sat, 21 Aug 2021 00:20:08 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-4-detoxing-your-home-SYlNqqrZ Mentioned in this episode:

 

 

Reference Apps:

 

(paid reference guide app)

Apple - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/ref-guide-for-essential-oils/id937793199

Android - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.abundanthealth4u.refguide4eo&hl=en_US&gl=US

 

(free education app)

Apple - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/life-steps-app/id1570504952

Android - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.supportstream.lifesteps

 

Books:

 

Essential Oils Pocket Reference 8th Edition - https://amzn.to/3izXn7E

The Essential Oil Truth: The Facts Without the Hype - https://amzn.to/37CI8Vk

Gentle Babies: Essential Oils and Natural Remedies for Pregnancy, Childbirth, Infants and Young Children - https://amzn.to/3lUTEU5

 

Websites:

 

More on Young Living's Seed to Seal promise & their global farms - http://www.seedtoseal.com

~ Young Living’s has a complete transparency model. There are opportunities to camp in their lavender fields in Utah and tour their distillery, labs, warehouse and offices there. Their global farms & distilleries are open to ANYONE at any time. The “behind the scenes” tours are what set apart Young Living from other essential oil companies. A visit is highly recommended.

 

The Young Living Foundation - https://www.younglivingfoundation.org/

~ Young Living invests in projects & programs around the world that champion education, end exploitation and develop enterprise opportunities for women. The foundation is truly the heart & soul of the company. Valentine, herself, happily rounds-up every order she places because of the good Young Living is doing around the world.

 

To Watch:

 

The Story of Cosmetics, short 8 min look at the cosmetic industry - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pfq000AF1i8

Stink! movie (on Netflix) - https://stinkmovie.com/

4 min story about the Young Living Opportunity - www.ylstories.com

 

 

 

For more on Valentine Smith, you can follow her on Instagram @_valentinesmith, on and through her website valentinesmith.lifestepseo.com/valentine.t.smith@gmail.com.

For more on Young Living, you can follow the community education group on Instragram @crownwellnessco and the community support group on Facebook 

https://www.facebook.com/groups/1714924102062395

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook @babystepsnutrition, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

 

]]> Episode 4: Detoxing Your Home Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:33:23 Disclaimer: it’s important to do your own research, speak to your healthcare provider, and make decisions that are best for you and your family. This is for informational purposes only, and should not be taken as medical advice. Today, we are digging deep, getting to the bottom of what could be making us sick (and we might not even know it!). Most of us, when we think about our health, we think of exercise and food. But do we really ever consider what toxins can be in our homes that re making us “feel not quite right?”. The truth is, our homes can be filled with over 500 chemicals! There is even a term that is being used to describe this- Toxic Home Syndrome (THS). If you are experiencing fatigue, memory impairment, inflammatory conditions like gout and eczema, infertility and/or depression to name a few, it may be THS. You may be wondering- but aren’t our liver, kidney and lympathic system doing their job to remove harmful chemicals from our body? The problem is- the amount we are exposed to on a daily basis; from the water we drink, foods we eat, air we breathe and on top of that, the products we use in our homes for cleaning and personal care, are overwhelming our detoxification system. On this episode of Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Valentine Smith, a mama of 4 children who previously worked in the hospitality industry. When her children were younger, she became determined to use as many natural remedies as possible. She had her own lightbulb moment when it came to her own health. That’s when she decided to become a conscious consumer and live as toxin-free as possible. In this episode, Argavan and Valentine talk about “greenwashing” and how marketers are duping consumers into believing their products are safe to use . They discuss the frustration families face with an overwhelming selection of food and health products either online or in-store and better options to choose instead. Furthermore, Argavan and Valentine provide parents with tips to help detoxify the body safely, including incorporating high quality and rigorously tested essential oils into the daily self care regimen. Tune in to listen to the story of one mama’s quest to help her family feel better naturally. Disclaimer: it’s important to do your own research, speak to your healthcare provider, and make decisions that are best for you and your family. This is for informational purposes only, and should not be taken as medical advice. Today, we are digging deep, getting to the bottom of what could be making us sick (and we might not even know it!). Most of us, when we think about our health, we think of exercise and food. But do we really ever consider what toxins can be in our homes that re making us “feel not quite right?”. The truth is, our homes can be filled with over 500 chemicals! There is even a term that is being used to describe this- Toxic Home Syndrome (THS). If you are experiencing fatigue, memory impairment, inflammatory conditions like gout and eczema, infertility and/or depression to name a few, it may be THS. You may be wondering- but aren’t our liver, kidney and lympathic system doing their job to remove harmful chemicals from our body? The problem is- the amount we are exposed to on a daily basis; from the water we drink, foods we eat, air we breathe and on top of that, the products we use in our homes for cleaning and personal care, are overwhelming our detoxification system. On this episode of Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Valentine Smith, a mama of 4 children who previously worked in the hospitality industry. When her children were younger, she became determined to use as many natural remedies as possible. She had her own lightbulb moment when it came to her own health. That’s when she decided to become a conscious consumer and live as toxin-free as possible. In this episode, Argavan and Valentine talk about “greenwashing” and how marketers are duping consumers into believing their products are safe to use . They discuss the frustration families face with an overwhelming selection of food and health products either online or in-store and better options to choose instead. Furthermore, Argavan and Valentine provide parents with tips to help detoxify the body safely, including incorporating high quality and rigorously tested essential oils into the daily self care regimen. Tune in to listen to the story of one mama’s quest to help her family feel better naturally. detox, healthy, health, toxic, wellness, family, shopping, kids, nutrition false full eeb70893-8c9a-4df2-9ff7-52c587eecf73 Episode 3: Speech and Language Delay in Young Children Mentioned in this episode:

 

  • American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA) pages for milestones and resources for parents:

https://www.asha.org/public/

https://www.asha.org/public/speech/development/

 

  • Screens and what to do about them:

https://screentimenetwork.org/

https://www.screenfreeparenting.com/

 

  • Laura Mize's Teach Me To Talk website - for parents and early intervention professionals, but the speech therapy videos that show parents what different strategies actually look like can be super useful.

https://teachmetotalk.com/speech-language-therapy-videos/

 

  • Social accounts I recommend for parents:

@speechsisters - geared towards parents, easy to access info and things to try at home for toddlers learning speech and language

@busytoddler - great ideas for activities for your toddler

@drbeckyatgoodinside - parenting psychologist

 

 

For more on Liz Seagrave, you can follow her on Instagram @goldencoastspeech, on Facebook @goldencoastspeech and through her website https://www.goldencoastspeech.com/liz@goldencoastspeech.com

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook @babystepsnutrition, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Wed, 18 Aug 2021 23:01:08 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-3-speech-and-language-delay-in-young-children-iL_slH1d Mentioned in this episode:

 

  • American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA) pages for milestones and resources for parents:

https://www.asha.org/public/

https://www.asha.org/public/speech/development/

 

  • Screens and what to do about them:

https://screentimenetwork.org/

https://www.screenfreeparenting.com/

 

  • Laura Mize's Teach Me To Talk website - for parents and early intervention professionals, but the speech therapy videos that show parents what different strategies actually look like can be super useful.

https://teachmetotalk.com/speech-language-therapy-videos/

 

  • Social accounts I recommend for parents:

@speechsisters - geared towards parents, easy to access info and things to try at home for toddlers learning speech and language

@busytoddler - great ideas for activities for your toddler

@drbeckyatgoodinside - parenting psychologist

 

 

For more on Liz Seagrave, you can follow her on Instagram @goldencoastspeech, on Facebook @goldencoastspeech and through her website https://www.goldencoastspeech.com/liz@goldencoastspeech.com

 

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook @babystepsnutrition, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

]]> Episode 3: Speech and Language Delay in Young Children Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 01:01:36 Speech and language delays, if not diagnosed and treated in the child’s critical development 2nd and 3rd years of life, may result in social, emotional, or behavioral problems as adults. Children develop at their own rate, however by the time a toddler is 2 and 3 year old, and not saying a certain number of words and sentences, it may warrant an evaluation from a specialist. Parents can oftentimes feel anxious and overwhelmed if the child is lagging behind his/her peers. It’s a confusing maze of diagnoses and treatment options, not to mention an overwhelm of advice and opinions from other people. On this episode of Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Liz Seagraves, a certified LSVT LOUD® clinician, trained SPEAK OUT!® provider, approved provider of PhoRTE voice therapy, and a certified Hanen: It Takes Two to Talk® provider. She has worked in pediatric private practice, preschool early intervention, middle school, hospital acute care and outpatient clinics. Liz co-founded Golden Coast Speech Therapy, with her friend and former co-worker Crystal Anderson. Her clinical interests include voice disorders, gender-affirming voice therapy, Parkinson’s Disease and early intervention for language delays and speech sound disorders. In this episode, Argavan and Liz talk about the differences between speech and language delay, and what red flags to look for if your toddler isn’t meeting “typical” milestones. They address causes of speech delay in young children, and how today’s tech-centered society has impacted speech and language development. Furthermore, Argavan and Liz provide parents with tips to encourage their child’s speech development at home. This informative episode is not to be missed! Speech and language delays, if not diagnosed and treated in the child’s critical development 2nd and 3rd years of life, may result in social, emotional, or behavioral problems as adults. Children develop at their own rate, however by the time a toddler is 2 and 3 year old, and not saying a certain number of words and sentences, it may warrant an evaluation from a specialist. Parents can oftentimes feel anxious and overwhelmed if the child is lagging behind his/her peers. It’s a confusing maze of diagnoses and treatment options, not to mention an overwhelm of advice and opinions from other people. On this episode of Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Liz Seagraves, a certified LSVT LOUD® clinician, trained SPEAK OUT!® provider, approved provider of PhoRTE voice therapy, and a certified Hanen: It Takes Two to Talk® provider. She has worked in pediatric private practice, preschool early intervention, middle school, hospital acute care and outpatient clinics. Liz co-founded Golden Coast Speech Therapy, with her friend and former co-worker Crystal Anderson. Her clinical interests include voice disorders, gender-affirming voice therapy, Parkinson’s Disease and early intervention for language delays and speech sound disorders. In this episode, Argavan and Liz talk about the differences between speech and language delay, and what red flags to look for if your toddler isn’t meeting “typical” milestones. They address causes of speech delay in young children, and how today’s tech-centered society has impacted speech and language development. Furthermore, Argavan and Liz provide parents with tips to encourage their child’s speech development at home. This informative episode is not to be missed! false full 4d8a6b35-3c84-48c3-88e1-c3813f5ac342 Episode 2: Period Health Also mentioned in this episode:

 

Period Tracking Apps:

 

Period journals: find one you love! Here’s an example 

 

Period underwear:

 

Menstrual cups:

 

Body Books (for younger children)

 

Body Books for Tweens and Teens

 

For more on Nimisha Gandhi you can follow her on Instagram @mooncyclenutrition, on Facebook @mooncycylenutrition, on Clubhouse @nimisha, and through her website www.mooncyclenutrition.com.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook @babystepsnutrition, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

 

 

]]> Fri, 13 Aug 2021 19:48:10 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-2-period-health-RmZrpXN_ Also mentioned in this episode:

 

Period Tracking Apps:

 

Period journals: find one you love! Here’s an example 

 

Period underwear:

 

Menstrual cups:

 

Body Books (for younger children)

 

Body Books for Tweens and Teens

 

For more on Nimisha Gandhi you can follow her on Instagram @mooncyclenutrition, on Facebook @mooncycylenutrition, on Clubhouse @nimisha, and through her website www.mooncyclenutrition.com.

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook @babystepsnutrition, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

 

 

 

]]> Episode 2: Period Health Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:41:46 We live in a world where period taboos continue to exist, and often put women at risk of feeling shamed and/or suffering terrible health consequences. It’s about time that we all feel comfortable speaking about this important subject, especially since hundreds of millions of women are menstruating every day. I know as a healthcare provider, I want to advocate for the normalization of menstruation as a healthy, positive part of women’s life cycles. We are not only empowering ourselves, also our daughters to take charge of their own health. On today’s episode of Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan talks to Nimisha Gandhi, a certified holistic nutritionist, certified Ayurvedic counselor and a certified Yoga Nidra teacher. She is the founder of Moon Cycle Nutrition, a private practice that includes nutrition and wellness, and specifically focuses on her passion, fertility and women’s health. In this episode, Argavan and Nimisha talk about what a “normal” menstrual cycle looks like and red flags to look for, even if they seem minor. They address the common yet concerning health issues that women face throughout their lifetime and what the potential causes are. They discuss self-care techniques, including best foods to eat during each phase of the menstrual cycle. A must listen for families of tweens and teens! We live in a world where period taboos continue to exist, and often put women at risk of feeling shamed and/or suffering terrible health consequences. It’s about time that we all feel comfortable speaking about this important subject, especially since hundreds of millions of women are menstruating every day. I know as a healthcare provider, I want to advocate for the normalization of menstruation as a healthy, positive part of women’s life cycles. We are not only empowering ourselves, also our daughters to take charge of their own health. On today’s episode of Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan talks to Nimisha Gandhi, a certified holistic nutritionist, certified Ayurvedic counselor and a certified Yoga Nidra teacher. She is the founder of Moon Cycle Nutrition, a private practice that includes nutrition and wellness, and specifically focuses on her passion, fertility and women’s health. In this episode, Argavan and Nimisha talk about what a “normal” menstrual cycle looks like and red flags to look for, even if they seem minor. They address the common yet concerning health issues that women face throughout their lifetime and what the potential causes are. They discuss self-care techniques, including best foods to eat during each phase of the menstrual cycle. A must listen for families of tweens and teens! false full 6ed0c0b5-7054-480f-a039-b94dbcd450a9 Episode 1: Understanding Adolescence and the Impact of COVID on Mental Health with Dr. Valerie Roberts Also mentioned in this episode:

 

For more on Dr. Valerie Roberts, you can follow her on Instagram @drrobertstherapy, on Psychology Today @valerieroberts and through her website www.drrobertstherapy.com

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook @babystepsnutrition, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Wed, 11 Aug 2021 18:33:13 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-1-understanding-adolescence-and-the-impact-of-covid-on-mental-health-with-dr-valerie-roberts-h9i7i4ps Also mentioned in this episode:

 

For more on Dr. Valerie Roberts, you can follow her on Instagram @drrobertstherapy, on Psychology Today @valerieroberts and through her website www.drrobertstherapy.com

 

For more on Argavan Nilforoush, be sure to follow her on Instagram @babystepsnutrition, on Facebook @babystepsnutrition, on Twitter @argavanRDN, on LinkedIn @ArgavanNilforoush and through her website www.babystepsnutrition.com.

]]> Episode 1: Understanding Adolescence and the Impact of COVID on Mental Health with Dr. Valerie Roberts Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:51:44 Mental and emotional health, especially during the pandemic, has brought to the surface many challenges and struggles that families face- social isolation, increased financial stress, fear and uncertainty around the world as reported in the media, school and child care closures, decreased personal space at home combined with increased demands on family members to “keep it together”. On this episode of Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Dr. Valerie Roberts, a clinical psychologist based in San Francisco, California, who works with children, teens and adults with a focus on adolescence, and separated/blended families on understanding adolescent development and how to bring calm in the household even during challenging periods. She is a parent herself to children ranging from toddler to teen, so she offers both the personal and professional perspective to the conversation. In this episode, Argavan and Dr. Roberts talk about the 3Cs approach to parenting and its impact on the parent-child relationship. They discuss how COVID and the related changes and restrictions that families have been faced with have affected adolescent and mental health. They also talk about how to reframe challenges that parents and caregivers struggle with in order to empower them with tools to create harmony, patience and understanding (yes, it’s possible!). Mental and emotional health, especially during the pandemic, has brought to the surface many challenges and struggles that families face- social isolation, increased financial stress, fear and uncertainty around the world as reported in the media, school and child care closures, decreased personal space at home combined with increased demands on family members to “keep it together”. On this episode of Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast, Argavan speaks with Dr. Valerie Roberts, a clinical psychologist based in San Francisco, California, who works with children, teens and adults with a focus on adolescence, and separated/blended families on understanding adolescent development and how to bring calm in the household even during challenging periods. She is a parent herself to children ranging from toddler to teen, so she offers both the personal and professional perspective to the conversation. In this episode, Argavan and Dr. Roberts talk about the 3Cs approach to parenting and its impact on the parent-child relationship. They discuss how COVID and the related changes and restrictions that families have been faced with have affected adolescent and mental health. They also talk about how to reframe challenges that parents and caregivers struggle with in order to empower them with tools to create harmony, patience and understanding (yes, it’s possible!). false full 414788fe-ea48-4b49-a63d-946e89088dac Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast Trailer Don't forget to subscribe to this podcast! Please leave a rating or review so we can reach more families just like you. You can also follow me on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook  all under Baby Steps Nutrition, as well as go to my website, www.babystepsnutrition.com, where you can sign up for my newsletter. Tune in, feel great!

]]> Sun, 8 Aug 2021 17:55:48 +0000 argavan@gmail.com (Argavan Nilforoush, RDN) https://baby-steps-nutrition-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/baby-steps-nutrition-podcast-trailer-qM3B8uKE Don't forget to subscribe to this podcast! Please leave a rating or review so we can reach more families just like you. You can also follow me on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook  all under Baby Steps Nutrition, as well as go to my website, www.babystepsnutrition.com, where you can sign up for my newsletter. Tune in, feel great!

]]> Baby Steps Nutrition Podcast Trailer Argavan Nilforoush, RDN 00:03:18 This is the trailer for Baby Steps Nutrition, a podcast for families with children of all ages and stages. We cover topics related to nutrition, health and wellness that families face every day with tips, tricks and resources that have a lasting impact. This is the trailer for Baby Steps Nutrition, a podcast for families with children of all ages and stages. We cover topics related to nutrition, health and wellness that families face every day with tips, tricks and resources that have a lasting impact. family topics, infant, nutritionist, child health, family health, teen, child, expert, trailer, mom, baby steps nutrition, podcast, teen health, adolescent, dad, health and wellness, adolescent health, nutrition, families, dietitian false full