A Baby Food Revolution

How to Introduce Real Food to Babies

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Why Finger Food First?

Babies were born to eat. Around 6 months of age, most babies are able to feed themselves soft finger foods—even if they have no teeth. By offering finger food first, you enable your baby to set the pace, to practice critical skills, and to discover the joy of eating.

The best part? It’s easier.

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Featured Foods

Octopus

A fig sliced in half before being prepared for babies starting solid food

Fig

a slab of brisket before being cooked for babies starting solids

Beef Brisket

Ghee

More Foods

Guides and Videos

Top 15 Foods, 30 Foods to Never Feed Your Baby, Introducing Allergens, & How to Start Solids Course cover images with their titles

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Gratitude Giveaway

A baby in a seated position and pink dress reaches for the camera. Text appears around her to describe readiness for solids, including the ability to sit, hold head upright, and show interest in food. And a red X near a drawing of a tongue sticking out to show that waiting for the tongue thrust to go away is not necessary before starting solids.

Tongue Thrust and Starting Solids

You may have heard that one of the signs of readiness for solid food is the disappearance of the tongue…

A baby girl with a cup spilling out and a pile of food on the table

10 Tips for Eating Out With Babies

A few tips to help those less-than-relaxing restaurant experiences with your little eating machine go more smoothly: Bring a disposable…

We’re so glad you are here. Solid Starts offers information, not medical or professional health advice. Always consult your health care provider for questions about your child’s nutritional needs and feedings. We are happy to provide information to support you but you are ultimately responsible for your child’s health and safety. For more information, please click here.

With love,
The Solid Starts Team