Weaning, first foods, allergens, recipes, textures and toddler nutrition, from first spoon to family meals.
Readiness is shown by sitting with support, head control and hand-to-mouth coordination. the signals worth noticing and what each one indicates for parents starting solids.
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Offering soft finger foods lets babies self-regulate intake and practise chewing. the signals worth noticing and what each one indicates for parents starting solids.
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Smooth textures first, progressing to lumps by eight months to avoid later texture aversion. the signals worth noticing and what each one indicates for parents starting solids.
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Soft vegetables, iron-rich meats, lentils, avocado and banana are excellent starters. the signals worth noticing and what each one indicates for parents starting solids.
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Peanut, egg, dairy, wheat, soy, fish, shellfish, sesame and tree nuts should be introduced early and kept in the diet. the signals worth noticing and what each one indicates for parents starting…
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Honey, whole nuts, added salt, added sugar, unpasteurised cheese and cow’s milk as a main drink. the signals worth noticing and what each one indicates for parents starting solids.
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Puree, mash, soft lumps, chopped, then family food by twelve months. the signals worth noticing and what each one indicates for parents starting solids.
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Cooking, blending and freezing in portions is cheaper and lets you control salt. the signals worth noticing and what each one indicates for parents starting solids.
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Frozen purees keep three months and defrost safely overnight in the fridge. the signals worth noticing and what each one indicates for parents starting solids.
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A baby’s stomach is roughly the size of their fist. the signals worth noticing and what each one indicates for parents starting solids.
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