There are lots of questions floating around the internet about the "do's and don'ts" of how to start solids with Baby led Weaning. Can you start with purees and switch to baby led weaning? Is it ok to mix purees and finger foods? When is baby...
Since 2002, the World Health Organization and Health Canada have recommended that babies start solids around 6 months. Before 2002 the recommendation used to be to start solids between 4 to 6 months. The change to 6 months took a while to catch on with...
"My baby is six months or older doesn't sit unsupported, so I'm not feeding him solids yet." I hear this over and over in my Baby Led Weaning Facebook Group. There seems to be this myth out there that baby needs to sit on his own...
One of the main concerns Health Professionals have with Baby-led Weaning (BLW) is the challenge of feeding your baby iron-rich foods when starting solids. As much as I love BLW, the concern is real. About 10% of 12 month old babies are iron deficient. One out...
I am happy to bring you this sponsored post today, thanks to my friends at Noble Premium Bison. All thoughts are my own. For years I have encouraged bison as the best first baby food for starting solids. When my own daughter was starting solids, I made...
Baby-led weaning is a popular method of introducing solids to your baby. A common question I get is "what are the best starter foods for baby-led weaning?" I'll answer that for you below by sharing my top 12 baby-led weaning first foods including avocado, banana and meatballs! Benefits of...
My whole family loves these salmon fish cakes. It's a go-to when I have leftover mashed potatoes and a can of salmon in the pantry. They’re a great way to serve salmon, even for those who aren’t big fans, as the flavour is mild when mixed...
Is it true that babies can't digest grains before age 1 or 2? "Why Babies Shouldn't Eat Grains" and "Ditch the Infant Cereals" are common refrains floating around google. Reasons for these claims include the so-called inability for babies to digest grains until their molars develop...
Are you worried that your baby is not eating enough food? Wondering how they subsist mostly on milk (or even air?!) some days? Or maybe you just came from a visit to the doctor or health nurse, and were concerned about your baby's (or toddler's or...
What do you NEED to start your baby on solids? A high chair and food- that's it really! I do get questions about the best cup, bib, spoons etc for Baby Led Weaning a lot though. So here are (affiliate) links to some of my...