“Feeding is not just about food — it’s about building trust, confidence, and connection.” Yet for many parents, introducing solids becomes a stressful, confusing milestone filled with contradictory advice, spilled puree, and tears (sometimes theirs, sometimes the baby’s). While solid food is an exciting leap forward, doing it wrong can create lasting food aversions, nutritional gaps, and even choking risks.
So how do you know if you're doing it wrong?
Let’s unpack the most common mistakes parents make when starting solids — and more importantly, how to fix them with confidence and calm.
Timing is everything. Many parents delay solids out of fear or rush into it to “sleep train” their baby with a full belly.
The sweet spot? Around 6 months, when most babies can sit up with support, show interest in food, and lose the tongue-thrust reflex.
Real Story: Emily, a first-time mom, waited until her baby was 8 months old, fearing allergies.
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