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.
Premium Sippy Cup 260ml - Fern
Divider Plate with Lid - Fern
Divided Plate - Leaf
Divided Plate - White
Divided Tray - Teal
No-Spill Sippy Cup - Sage
Divided Plate - Desert
Divided Plate - Amethyst (Dark Purple)
Flat Plate - Lime Green
No-Spill Sippy Cup - Red
Divided Plate - Kelly Green
Tiny Tray - Aqua
Clever Plate with Lid - Blush
Divided Plate - Purple (Lilac)
No-Spill Sippy Cup - Beige
No-Spill Sippy Cup - Orange
No-Spill Sippy Cup - Black
Divided Tray - Navy Blue
Divided Plate - Ice Pink
Flat Plate - Beige
Divider Plate with Lid - Breeze
Flat Plate - Denim
Flat Plate - Kelly Green