Ep 7. Starting Solids for Infants

In this episode, we cover:When to start solids (and signs your baby is ready)Purees vs. baby-led weaning — and why you don’t have to chooseWhy staying on purees too long can lead to feeding challengesThe difference between gagging vs. choking (and what to do)How to introduce allergen foods safelyWhy texture exposure is critical for developmentHow to prevent picky eating early onWhy “kid food” is a modern problem — and what to do insteadThe importance of family meals, no screens, and eating togetherHow your behavior as a parent shapes your child’s eating habitsOne of the biggest takeaways: Feeding is a skill. And like any skill, it has to be practiced.The goal isn’t perfection — it’s exposure, consistency, and creating a positive environment around food from the very beginning.Resources mentioned:Solid Starts app (how to safely serve foods by age)101 Before OneWho this is for:New parents starting solidsParents struggling with picky eatingFamilies wanting to prevent feeding issues earlyAnyone confused by conflicting feeding advice online