Baby led weaning, or baby led solids, is a really simple concept and just means letting your baby feed himself when he is ready for solids. Most Americans think of weaning as giving up breastfeeding, but in the UK where the term “baby led weaning” originated, weaning means the transition to solid Feeding Baby
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What is Baby Led Weaning?
By JustMommies staff
Baby led weaning, or baby led solids, is a really simple concept and just means letting your baby feed himself when he is ready for solids. Most Americans think of weaning as giving up breastfeeding, but in the UK where the term “baby led weaning” originated, weaning means the transition to solid Baby Led Solids: Top Ten First Foods
Never heard of baby led solids? Baby led solids, also called baby led weaning, just means skipping the
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Finger Food Mania: Tips and Recipes for Introducing Finger Foods to Your Baby
By Cheryl Tallman
There is nothing cuter than watching your little one chase food around the highchair tray with her fingers, and seeing the sense of accomplishment in her face when a tiny little piece of food actually makes it her mouth. When your baby is between eight and nine months old, you can begin to introduce
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Formula Feeding 101- Most Common Questions
By JustMommies staff
By Maria T. PepinOne of the first decisions you will make for your newborn baby is whether to breastfeed or formula feed. Experts agree that breast milk is the ideal form of nutrition for the first six months of life. However, it is every couple’s choice to decide what is best for them. Sometimes a Making the Switch to Cow’s Milk
Babies still love a comforting bottle even after they are weaned, and cow's milk offers a lot of excellent nutrients. Is it OK to Give My Baby Cereal in a Bottle?
It's a common thought: will cereal in a bottle help my baby? How To Introduce Formula to a Breastfed Baby
Want a smooth transition between breastmilk and formula? Here are some tips! Delaying Solid Foods
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By JustMommies staff
According to a new report found in the British journal Archives of Disease in Childhood, women who bottle-feed may not be getting enough support or information on bottle-feeding. British researchers looked at 23 studies on new moms and suggest that the lack of support for bottle-feeding moms may put Healthier First Birthday Cake Ideas
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By Cheryl Tallman and Joan Ahlers www.FreshBaby.com Parents are often looking for a healthy alternative to the standard, sugary, preservative-filled birthday cake for their baby’s introduction to the wonderful traditions of birthdays. We’ve heard from parents looking for ways to buy an egg-free 