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.
Square Bowl - Bright Pink
No-Spill Cup Lid Only - Sand
Straw Cup with Silicone Straw - Red
Tiny Tumbler with Lid - Bright Pink
Dip 'n' Pour Bowl - Sky Blue
No-Spill Cup Lid Only - Lemon Drop
Clever Cutlery - Yolk
Straw Cup Lid Only - Ice Pink
Fork and Spoon - Kelly Green
No-Spill Cup Lid Only - Denim
Infant Spoon - Ice Blue
Kids Dribble Bib - Olive
Clever Cup - Yolk
Infant Spoon - Ice Pink
Tumbler - Ice Pink
Straw Cup with Silicone Straw - Orange
Snuggle Bib with Frill - Daisy
Infant Spoon - Purple (Lilac)
Dip 'n' Pour Bowl - Ice Pink
Kids Dribble Bib - Unicorn
No Spill & Straw Cup - Base Only - Leaf
Infant Spoon Set
Toddler Cutlery - Sand