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.
No Spill & Straw Cup - Base Only - Denim
Clever Bowl with Lid - Vanilla
Fork and Spoon - Lemon Drop
Tumbler - Sunny Yellow
Toddler Cutlery - Fern
Straw Cup with Silicone Straw - Sand
Bowl - Yellow
Infant Spoon - Red
Tiny Tumbler Base Only - Desert
Silicone Baby Spoons 2pk - Sand
No Spill & Straw Cup - Base Only - White
Clever Cutlery - Vanilla
Straw Cup with Silicone Straw - Teal
No-Spill Cup Lid Only - Beige
Straw Cup with Silicone Straw - White
Avent Natural Response Training Cup
Fork and Spoon - Bright Pink
Fork and Spoon - Sage
No-Spill Cup Lid Only - Purple (Lilac)
Straw Cup with Silicone Straw - Sage
Toddler Cutlery - Breeze
Fork and Spoon - White
Fork and Spoon - Purple (Lilac)