Starting Solids

There is nothing more disconcerting than trying to figure out what to prepare for your child as the weaning phase takes over. This is a very common problem for most young mothers who are experiencing this the first time round. They tend to ask around, and look up ideas for …

According to World Health Organization, you should keep exclusive breastfeeding for the very first six months to make sure both you and your are baby healthy. Then, what’s next? From 6-12 months, with the appearance of infant toys and gear, your little one will be more likely to play more …

If you are ready to start your baby on solids look into baby-led weaning. Simply put baby-led weaning is letting your baby feed himself from the start. Here are some tips to getting started with baby-led weaning: Only start baby-led weaning from 6 months of age and when baby is …

Starting solids is a huge milestone for baby and for parents. Very often parents are keen to start as soon as possible. Signs Baby is Ready for Solids Check these signs baby is ready for solids before giving baby his or her first foods: Baby can hold head up well …

Starting solids was quite a big deal with my first baby and I waited not so patiently and with great excitement for the day I could feed my baby girl. At one of our checkups with the pediatrician she told us to start solids at 17 weeks and gave us …

There are loads of moms that start their babies on solids from 4 months old or even younger. Here are some great reasons why you should wait until your baby is 6 months old to start solids: Baby’s digestive system will be more mature Baby will have a better immune …