Starting Solids FAQs
When should I start solids?
Most babies are ready to start solids at around six months of age, although every baby develops at their own pace. You may notice your baby is showing interest in your food or opens their mouth when a spoon comes towards them; these signs along with having good head and neck control and sitting with support mean your baby may be ready for solids. If you're unsure, your GP or Well Child provider can provide personalised advice.
What essentials do I need for starting solids?
A few key essentials can help make starting solids more enjoyable for both you and your baby. Start with a supportive high chair so baby can sit at table height with the family and so you can feed baby easily, if you’re spoon feeding. Choose baby spoons, suction bowls or plates and a starter cup or sippy cup depending on how you want to serve your food. Divided plates are popular for little ones and baby-led weaning, whilst suction bottoms can prevent the inevitable dinner upturned on the high chair! Silicone and stainless-steel serve ware is popular because they're durable options, easy to clean and made for everyday use.
Starting Solids
We're here to help you navigate your solids journey with a range of baby bowls, cutlery, feeders, bibs, storage and more. The Nestling stainless steel range is one of our favourites as are The Sleep Store cotton bibs.
Stainless Steel Toddler Straw Cup - Buttercup Yellow
Silicone Training Cup & Straw - Shifting Sand
Mini Magic Night Cup - Purple
Stainless Steel Flat Suction Plate - Oat
Dinnerware Square Plate 2pc - Sage
Sippy Cup - Latte
Waterproof Splat Mat - Rainbows
Messy Mat - Pink Gingham
Stainless Steel Grip Ease Duo Baby Plate Set - Sage
Messy Mat - Grey
Dinnerware Round Plate 2pc - Vanilla
Classic Silicone Suction Plate - Blush
Silicone Straw Cup with Lid - Sage
Dinnerware Square Plate 2pc - Ivory
Waterproof Splat Mat - Floral
Sippy Cup - Raspberry
Sippy Cup - Glow in the Dark
Waterproof Splat Mat - Charcoal Check
Ceramic Divided Plate with Suction Base - Petal Pink
Waterproof Splat Mat - Jungle
Sippy Cup - Bingo
Sippy Cup - Minnie Mouse Soft Pink
2 in 1 Suction Plate - Ocean