You already fought hard to feed your baby. Now it's time for solids.
Maybe it was a tough latch, a tongue or lip tie, or bottles that took forever. You got through it. And now a new stage is here, with a whole new set of worries.
None of this means you're doing it wrong. Your baby just needs a plan built for the skills they're still growing. That's exactly what this guide gives you.
5 printable pages you can stick right on the fridge.
- 1The main focusWhy positive experiences matter more than how much your baby eats.
- 2Why variety mattersHow different foods, textures and flavors build a healthy gut, sensory comfort and flexibility.
- 3Setup, size and textureThe 90-90-90 seating position, a true-to-size "start here" chart, and a texture ladder by age.
- 4Things to try, things to avoidWhere to place food, how to let your baby lead, and which foods to hold off on for now.
- 5Safety and a new-foods trackerGagging vs. choking, when to check in with a therapist, and a page to count every try.
Success isn't a clean plate. It's how many different foods they tried.
Breastmilk or formula is still the main meal until 12 months. Solids are for learning. You can let go of "one more bite" and focus on what really counts.
Made for babies who had a tricky start.
This guide is for you if your baby…
- Had trouble latching or with bottle feeding
- Has or had a tongue, lip or cheek tie
- Is about 6 months and ready to start solids
- Gags easily or seems unsure with new textures
When to get more support
- Coughing or a wet, gurgly voice during meals
- Food left sitting in the cheeks
- Frequent vomiting, or fewer foods accepted over time
If this sounds like your baby, the guide is still a great start, and you can book a feeding consult too.
Hi, I'm Christine Miroddi Yoder, MA, SLP.
I'm a pediatric feeding therapist and the founder of Foodology Feeding Therapy. I help families with babies and kids who find eating hard, and I wrote Mealtime Mindset to help parents feel calmer at the table. This guide is the same plan I walk my own families through when their baby is ready for solids.
Start solids with confidence, not fear.
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