Tips for Introducing Your Baby to Solid Food

An exciting milestone in every parent’s life is introducing solid food into their baby’s diet. But what kind of foods should you try? Will they even eat anything? How long should you keep using formula or breast milk? What foods should you avoid? Here’s everything you need to know about feeding your baby solid food. Baby Blankets Is Your Baby Ready? There are a few general criteria used to determine if your baby is ready for solid foods. First, your baby should be between 4 and 6 months old and able to sit upright and hold their head. They should be curious about the world around them, and you may notice them reaching for your food. They may lean forward and open their mouth, trying to get the food. Your baby should no longer have the tongue reflex that pushes food out of their mouth. Finally, if your baby is mouthing their hands and toys, they may be ready. Breast Milk and Formula Before starting solid foods, it’s important to note that solid foods will not r...