Practical Tips for Baby-Led Weaning:

Start Slow:
- Begin with soft, easy-to-handle foods like avocado slices, steamed vegetables, or “fry shaped” pieces of banana.
Supervise Always:
Be present and supervise your baby during mealtimes to ensure their safety. This is important no matter what approach to feeding you take.
Variety is Key:
Introduce a variety of foods to provide a well-rounded and nutritious diet. Remember we can change the flavor of foods by using different seasonings. Try to offer the flavors of the house right off the bat so that baby can experience flavor, flavor, flavor!
Patience is a Virtue:
Allow your baby to explore and play with their food. It’s not just about eating but also about enjoying the experience.
Realistically, when getting started, baby should only be in the highchair for about 10-15 minutes.
Trust Your Baby:
Your baby knows their hunger and fullness cues. Trust them to eat what they need.
Flavor and Not Quantity:
The goal is to teach your baby to enjoy foods, be a safe eater, and learn HOW to eat. Don’t worry about how much they are taking in – especially in the early months of learning to eat. Quantity may be negligible between 6-8 months, but don’t worry nutrition at this age solely based on formula or breastmilk intake.