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.
Stainless Steel Toddler Sippy Spout Bottle Cup - Mint
Sippy Cup - Bubblegum
Transition Value Pack - Ocean
Trainer Sippy Cup - Blush
Silicone Grip Dish - Pink
Ceramic Divided Plate with Suction Base - Aqua Blue
Perfect Match Learner Bottle Night with Spout - Blue Koala
Silicone Divided Suction Plate 2pk - Pink/Purple
2-in-1 Bottle to Sippy Cup - Vintage Pink
Classic Silicone Suction Plate - Dried Thyme
Sippy Cup - Minnie
Stainless Steel Flat Suction Plate - Dusty Blue
Sippy Cup - Pistachio
Stainless Steel 3-in-1 Sippy Cup - Dusty Blue
Stainless Steel Flat Suction Plate - Dusty Pink
Sippy Cup - Batman
Stainless Steel Divided Suction Plate - Sage
Stainless Steel Grip Ease Duo Baby Plate Set - Posey
Silicone Straw Cup with Lid - Pink
2-in-1 Bottle to Sippy Cup - Sage Green
Trainer Sippy Cup - Twilight Blue
Silicone Grip Dish - Marble
Silicone Suction Plate (Divided) - Stone