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.
Clever Cutlery - Blush
Clever Bowl with Lid - Yolk
Bowl - Aqua
Fork and Spoon - Sunny Yellow
Straw Cup with Silicone Straw - Black
Straw Cup with Silicone Straw - Ice Blue
Tumbler - Black
Snuggle Bib with Frill - Coral
Clever Spoons 2pk - Sage
Infant Spoon - Yellow
Dip 'n' Pour Bowl - Purple (Lilac)
Dip 'n' Pour Bowl - Grey
Fork and Spoon - Sky Blue
Infant Spoon - Leaf
Straw Cup Lid Only - Ice Blue
Tumbler - Yellow
No-Spill Cup Lid Only - Mint
Dip 'n' Pour Bowl - Lime
Square Bowl - Ice Blue
Infant Spoon - Lime Green
Straw Cup Lid Only - Aqua
No-Spill Cup Lid Only - White
Dip 'n' Pour Bowl - Mint