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.
Choomee SoftSip Pouch Topper - Purple
Clever Cup - Sky
Choomee SoftSip Pouch Topper - Orange
Bottle Replacement Part - Platform
First Tastes Feeder - Sand
Reusable Silicone Food Pouch - Mighty Mint
Bottle Gift Pack - Duck Egg
Food Bottle - Duck Egg
Fork and Spoon - Black
Bottle Replacement Part - Collar
Food Bottle - Scarlett Red (Limited Edition)
Reusable Silicone Food Pouch - Candy Floss Pink
Funnel - Musk
Reusable Silicone Food Pouch - Orsome Orange
Original Spout - Clear
Food Bottle - Mint
Food Bottle - Blue
Reusable Silicone Food Pouch - Strawberry Smash
Funnel - Grey
Food Bottle - Musk
Infant Spoon Case
Clever Cutlery - Sky
Food Bottle - Olive