#Solid Start

💛 First Taste at 6 Months — A Big Milestone! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #FirstFoods #6MonthOldBaby #WeaningJourney #BabyMilestones #BabyFood #StartingSolids #BabyEats #MomLife #Parenthood #BLW #BabyLedWeaning #BabyNutrition #BabyLove #NewMom #BabyFeeding #FirstTaste #SolidStart #CutestMoment

Is your LO ready to start solids? Here’s how to tell Know the signs of readiness before you jump in #SolidStarts #solidstartsbaby #6monthsold #babyfood #littleone #5monthsold #4monthsold

Fact: There are hundreds of foods that can be made safe for babies just starting solids. 🥦🥚🥭 Once baby is showing all signs of readiness, there are so many fantastic foods you can offer. Here are 15 ideas. For more see our free First Foods® database (link in bio) or download the Solid Starts app. Not sure if baby is ready? Tap the link in our bio and search “ready”. 🍗 What was/will be your baby’s first food? ¿Hablas español? Visita @solidstartsespanol Hop ⬆️ to our Stories today for more tips! Babies: Avocado: Sevigne, 6 mos Bell Pepper: Maya, 5.5 mos Broccoli: Juliet Rose, 7 mos Butternut Squash: Zuri, 10 mos Chicken Drumstick: Amelia, 11 mos Cauliflower, Levi, 7 mos Corn on the Cob, Callie, 10 mos Egg, Eunoia, 6 mos Lamb, Maya 7 mos Lentils, Lena 10 mos Mango Pit, Maya 5.5 mos Nut Butters, Max, 11 mos Peas, Kalani, 7 mos Sweet Potatoes, Anjani, 10 mos Yogurt, Eunoia, 9 mos #SolidStarts #babyledweaning #babyledweaningideas #firstfoods #whatmybabyeats #babyfoodideas #6monthsold #babydevelopment #babymilestones #childdevelopment #100firstfoods #raisinglittles #healthybabyfood #babyledeating #blwinspiration #newmom #firsttimemom #momtips #startingsolids #solidfood #5monthsoldbaby #6months #6monthsoldbaby #babyledfeeding #firstfood #feedingbaby #4monthsoldbaby #firstfoods #solidstartsbaby

🥑 🍌 Starting solids can be confusing for a lot of parents! Baby-led weaning? Purées? How do you start? When is it time to move to the next texture? This is the timeline I followed with my baby, as a pediatric feeding therapist. We took a combination approach of mashed foods with hard munchables (check out my blog, link in bio!) and started introducing soft smashable sticks of food after about 1 month of mashed foods. We focused on self-feeding with responsive co-feeding (this means responding to your babies cues as you are helping them with feeding - are they opening their mouth? Are they leaning forward? Are they communicating they want more? Are they turning away? Blocking their mouth? Becoming upset?). ✨Remember, each baby follows their own timeline, and what’s right one baby/family isn’t always what’s right for another. In general, it’s recommended to start solids around 6 months of age, and they should be chewing at least some foods (meltable solids, soft solids) by 10 months of age (reflexes that help babies learn to eat chewable foods typically disappear around this time). Babies should be transitioned to soft table foods around 12 months in order to begin receiving the majority of their calories from solid foods versus breast milk or formula. ⭐️ Check out my previous reels and blogs (link in bio) to learn about the readiness signs for starting solids, and activities you can do with your 3-6 month old to get them ready to start solids! Disclaimer: This post is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your child’s pediatrician or qualified healthcare provider with any questions or concerns about your child’s health. #startingsolids #newmom #firsttimemom #newparents #pediatricfeedingtherapist #pediatricslp #introducingsolids #babymealideas #babyfeedingtips

⚡️𝗙𝗟𝗔𝗦𝗛 𝗦𝗔𝗟𝗘: 𝟮𝟬% 𝗼𝗳𝗳 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗳𝗲𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺𝘀 & 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮 𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲! ⚡️ Here are 7 meal ideas that are PERFECT for the first week of starting solids. This line up comes from our 60 Day Baby Led Feeding meal plan which makes it super easy to know that you're introducing a variety of simple and healthy foods that were strategically chosen by dietitians. Since the meal plan comes with detailed instructions for how to serve the food, nutrition tips, grocery lists, storage info, and more - it can make a parent's life SO much easier. As a result, you can focus on enjoying mealtimes with her baby, rather than stress over what to serve and how. 👉 Want to see what a realistic first week of feeding actually looks like? Join our FREE workshop: “How to Start Solids – A Realistic First Week of Feeding Your Baby” where we’ll show you exactly what to feed, when to feed it, and how to do it—step-by-step—with expert guidance from pediatric dietitian, Edwena Kennedy. Plus, you’ll get a realistic, expert-designed 5-day plan to kick off solids just for attending! 🥑 ➡️ Comment “𝗪𝗢𝗥𝗞𝗦𝗛𝗢𝗣” and we’ll send you the link to save your spot (limited seats available)!

🥑 🍌 Starting solids can be confusing for a lot of parents! Baby-led weaning? Purées? How do you start? When is it time to move to the next texture? This is the timeline I followed with my baby, as a pediatric feeding therapist. We took a combination approach of mashed foods with hard munchables (5 inch sticks of unbreakable (by baby) foods meant for mouth exploration ONLY, not eating) and started introducing soft smashable sticks of food after about 1 month of mashed foods. We focused on self-feeding with responsive co-feeding (this means responding to your babies cues as you are helping them with feeding - are they opening their mouth? Are they leaning forward? Are they communicating they want more? Are they turning away? Blocking their mouth? Becoming upset?). ✨Remember, each baby follows their own timeline, and what’s right one baby/family isn’t always what’s right for another. In general, it’s recommended to start solids around 6 months of age, and they should be chewing at least some foods (meltable solids, soft solids) by 10 months of age (reflexes that help babies learn to eat chewable foods typically disappear around this time). Babies should be transitioned to soft table foods around 12 months in order to begin receiving the majority of their calories from solid foods versus breast milk or formula. ⭐️ Check out my previous reels and blogs (link in bio) to learn how to know when your baby is ready to start solids, and activities you can do with your 3-6 month old to get them ready to start solids! 🌟 Don’t forget to follow for more feeding tips from a licensed feeding therapist, SLP, and toddler mom Disclaimer: This post is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your child’s pediatrician or qualified healthcare provider with any questions or concerns about your child’s health. #startingsolids #newmom #firsttimemom #newparents #pediatricfeedingtherapist

Here 👇 comment “SOLIDS” and I’ll send you the link to my BRAND NEW Step-by-Step Starting Solids Guide that just went live TODAY! 📣ITS HERE! The highly anticipated guide for parents who are taking on the journey of solids..my Starting Solids Guide! Many of you have asked, so I have been working very hard to bring you the guide to answer your questions and give you the ultimate STEP BY STEP guide for starting solids! ✨ In this video, you’ll see me working with a baby who is gagging and even looking like they’re choking during their very first solids session. This can feel scary for parents—but here’s the truth: gagging is a normal and protective reflex when babies are learning how to manage new textures! With the right strategies, you can go from anxious and unsure → to confident and prepared. That’s why I created my Starting Solids Guide—to give you all the steps, tools, and reassurance you need to help your baby succeed. 💛 You don’t have to do this alone—I’m here to help you every step of the way!! Here 👇 comment “SOLIDS” and I’ll send you the link to grab your guide today! You DONT want to miss this!! #startingbabyonfoods #startingbabyonsolids #babyledfeeding #feedingtherapist #feedingmilestones #babyledweaning #infantfeeding #feedingconnections #momlife #newmomtips #solidsjourney #feedingguide

Solid Foods: When & How to Start (Month by Month) 🥣👶 Starting solids doesn’t have to be confusing — here’s a simple guide. ⸻ Introducing solid foods is an exciting milestone, but timing and approach matter. Here’s a simple month-by-month guide to help you start confidently: 👶 0–6 months Breast milk or formula only (no solids yet). 🥣 6 months (start here) Begin with soft, mashed foods: • Rice cereal • Mashed banana • Pureed vegetables 🥕 7–8 months Add variety and textures: • Fruit & veggie purees • Soft mashed foods • Introduce simple combinations 🍠 9–10 months Finger foods begin: • Soft fruits, cooked veggies • Small, soft pieces baby can pick 🍽 11–12 months More family-style foods: • Soft table foods • Encourage self-feeding 💡 Helpful tips: • Introduce one food at a time • Watch for allergies • Avoid honey before 1 year • Always supervise feeding Every baby is different — go at your baby’s pace 💛 Follow @FirstChoiceClub for simple baby feeding tips and parenting guidance. ⸻ #StartingSolids #BabyFood #Weaning #Newborntips #BabyCareTips ParentingTips BabyFeeding InfantCare FirstTimeMom BabyMilestones FirstChoiceClub

Comment “guide” for my best-selling starting solids guide. It helps you start solids from that first taste and beyond!! 🍽 Baby’s Starting Solids Timeline Wondering when and what to feed your baby as they grow? Here’s a quick peek: 👶 6 months: purees or hand held soft solids 1x a day. Focus on iron-rich options first! 👶 7–8 months: Introduce more textures if you haven’t already. Mashed purées, soft finger foods.. 👶 9–10 months: More self-feeding with soft pieces; start offering 3 meals a day. 👶 10–12 months: Chopped family foods, practicing utensils, and continuing variety. ✨ Every baby is different, watch their cues, not just the calendar. 💬 I’d love to know, where is your little one on the timeline? #startingsolids #eattalkgrowfeeding #BLW #Purees

🥒🥒🥒 Tap the link in our bio to access the Solid Starts App and search any food! #babyledweaning #6monthsold #blw

Starting solids has been stressful! I constantly feel like I am so behind I don't know anything and constantly reading, learning and trying to figure out. Were you super confident about starting solids for your baby? Because I am so stressed😭😭😭😭 Comment "Solid" to get the link of my free guide