Benefits of Baby Led Weaning

Development of Fine Motor Skills:
Self-feeding encourages the development of fine motor skills as babies learn to grasp, hold, and bring food to their mouths.  In fact, baby led weaning generally meets baby at their fine motor skills.  You want to present foods that baby can handle appropriately.

Exploration of Flavors and Textures:
Baby-led weaning exposes babies to a variety of tastes and textures, promoting a diverse and adventurous palate.  If you have ever been in our office that you have heard our mantra: Flavor, Flavor, Flavor

Reduced Picky Eating:
Allowing babies to choose and explore their food may lead to a reduced likelihood of picky eating behaviors later in childhood.Let’s be real – picky eaters are a fear that many parents have, so anything that we can do to reduce these concerns are a win!

Positive Eating Habits:
By letting babies regulate their own intake, baby-led weaning can contribute to the development of a healthy relationship with food and self-awareness of hunger and fullness cues.