Starting Solids

Starting solids doesn't have to feel overwhelming.

Created by a pediatric occupational therapist, this 22-page guide helps you confidently navigate your baby's feeding journey while understanding the developmental "why" behind the recommendations.

Inside you'll learn:

• When babies are truly ready for solids

• How to set up safe, supportive high chair positioning

• Purees vs. baby-led weaning (and why you don't have to choose)

• Starter foods, allergens, and choking preparedness

• How feeding skills develop alongside oral motor and fine motor skills

• Cup, straw, and utensil progression

• Positive feeding strategies to reduce mealtime stress

• What’s normal, what’s concerning, and when to seek additional support

This guide focuses on helping babies build confidence around food through play, exploration, sensory experiences, and developmentally appropriate feeding opportunities. Without pressure, power struggles, or unrealistic expectations.

Whether you're introducing your first bite or simply want a roadmap for starting solids, this guide will help you create safer, more enjoyable mealtimes while supporting healthy feeding development from the very beginning.