Starting Solids

Service Description

Introducing your baby to the world of food is one of the most exciting milestones of their first year, but it can also bring a lot of questions and overwhelm. This comprehensive consultation is designed to cut through the noise, giving you the clarity, safety knowledge, and confidence to make starting solids a joyful adventure for your whole family. What We Will Cover: Choosing Your Approach From baby-led weaning to traditional purees, or a mindful combination of both—we will weigh the pros and cons of each strategy to help you decide which method aligns best with your family’s lifestyle and values. Safety First & Allergen Introduction Your peace of mind is a priority. We will thoroughly cover safe eating practices, developmental readiness cues, gagging versus choking, and exactly how and when to confidently introduce the top 9 allergenic foods within those vital first few months. The Mindful Eating Environment Food is about connection. We will discuss practical ways to set a calm, respectful, and positive mealtime atmosphere that fosters a healthy, lifelong relationship with food and prevents power struggles before they start. Meeting Your Baby's Nutritional Needs We will unpack your little one's changing nutritional requirements, highlighting the essential vitamins and minerals (like iron) they need as they transition from milk to family meals. What’s Included: Following our session, you will receive a tailored Starting Solids Guide. This includes a clear roadmap of your chosen strategy, an allergen introduction checklist, age-appropriate recipe ideas, and practical resources to keep your journey fun and stress-free.