By Patty Malowney
Never heard of baby led solids? Baby led solids, also called baby led weaning, just means skipping the
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There is some debate about when babies should start solid foods. Even within the AAP (American Academy of Pediatrics) there is a difference of opinion. The AAP’s Committee on Nutrition recommends starting solids sometime between 4 and 6 months. However, the AAP’s Breastfeeding Policy Statement
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By Laura Leavitt
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There are benefits to waiting a little bit longer than you think before starting your baby on solid foods.
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By Laura Leavitt
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Here are some great options for small finger foods for your baby!
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By Laura Leavitt
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Getting to know flavor, texture, and taste is a joy for your toddler.
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By Laura Leavitt
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Getting to know flavor, texture, and taste is a joy for your toddler.
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By Laura Leavitt
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When? About six months old. Exclusive breastfeeding is recommended prior to six months. An iron-fortified, infant formula feeding is considered the only adequate substitute to breastfeeding by the American Academy of Pediatrics. How? Go slowly! There is no need to rush. Use the "One at a time" method
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By Patty Malowney
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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
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