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...
"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...
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...
Fish cakes are a great starter food for baby-led weaners. Salmon is high in protein, a source of iron and one of the best sources of omega-3 fats. The fish cakes are also easy to grasp and nice and soft for those tooth-less eaters! My whole family...
Is it true that babies shouldn't be fed grains before age 1 or 2? "Why Babies Shouldn't Eat Grains" and "Ditch the Infant Cereals" are common refrains floating around the internet. Reasons for these claims include the so-called inability for babies to digest grains until their...
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...
I am happy to bring you this sponsored post today, thanks to my friends at Baby Gourmet. All thoughts are my own. Welcoming your baby to the table to eat solid foods is a fun time for everyone! Your little one has probably been interested in...
Have you heard that you can skip the mush, and start your baby on solids using finger foods? It's called Babyled Weaning and it allows you to enjoy your meal along with your baby! As a dietitian and mom of 3, I teach parents how to...