@clarasmommy1: Half the meal is on the tray. The other half is being inspected very seriously 🥑 Starting baby-led weaning (BLW)? Squishing, tasting and wanting to hold everything can be part of learning to eat. Some days there is a lot more exploring than swallowing. One thing worth knowing: bigger does not always mean safer. Soft pieces can be easier for little hands to grip, but hard raw chunks and tough skins can still be choking hazards. Match the texture and shape to what your baby can manage. Keep them upright, stay close and let them set the pace. Turning away or getting upset is a good reason to take a break. Food play helps with familiarity, but it does not replace the nutrition from eating or an appropriate allergen introduction. Keep offering iron-rich foods alongside milk feeds, and check with your pediatrician if eating regularly brings coughing or distress. @tummiapp has first foods ideas for your next little food experiment 🧡 #babyledweaning #blw #startingsolids #firstfoods #babysafety
