Baby-Led Weaning, Feeding Toddlers & the Truth About Fussy Eaters with Annabel Karmel

In this episode of Tess Talks, Tess sits down with Annabel Karmel, one of the world’s most trusted voices in children’s nutrition and the author of over 50 books that have helped millions of families feed their kids with confidence.

Annabel shares the deeply personal story behind her career — from the devastating loss of her first daughter to building a global food and wellness brand rooted in helping parents feel calm, informed, and empowered at the table.

This is a real, honest conversation about feeding babies and toddlers without the pressure, guilt, or constant second-guessing.

In this episode:

Natasha’s story
Why feeding kids feels so hard — and why it’s not your fault
Baby-led weaning vs purées (and why doing both often works best)
Finger foods, gagging vs choking, and how to feed with confidence
When to start weaning — and why flexibility matters
Allergies, eczema, and why early exposure can be protective
The truth about fussy eaters (spoiler: it’s often genetic)
Why bland food isn’t the answer — and how flavour builds adventurous eaters
Iron, healthy fats, protein & what babies actually need from six months
Sensible snacking, lunchbox swaps & real-life food wins
How to take the pressure off mealtimes and stop power struggles
Parenting guilt, trusting your intuition, and letting go of perfection

This episode is for new parents, parents-to-be, and anyone who’s ever felt anxious, confused, or overwhelmed by feeding advice, especially in the age of social media.

Mentioned:

Annabel Karmel Books: here

Annabel Karmel App: here

GROW tableware range: here

Follow Annabel: @annabelkarmel

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