Baby’s First Food - The Complete Guide to Starting Solids

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  • When it's time to start with introducing your baby's first food, you're probably going to have a lot of questions - from how to know when your baby is ready, when to start, what to start with, to how to actually do it and much more. In this video you'll learn all of the essentials to help make the process of starting solids with your baby much easier.
    When your baby is ready for you to start introducing solids, they'll show some key signs that will help let you know that it's time to start. Then once you're ready to start, you'll need to consider the method you're going to use. There's baby led weaning (BLW), spoon feeding, or a combination approach. There's quite a bit of debate between advocates of each approach, but all are appropriate and it just depends on what works best for you.
    Once you've chosen a method for introducing your baby's first food, it's important to have the right equipment, which you'll also learn about in the video.
    You'll also learn tips for safety when feeding solids to babies, and how to deal with things like mess and babies who don't want to eat solids right away.
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    • Baby’s First Food - Th...
    00:00 - 02:09 - How to Know Your Baby is Ready to Start Solids
    02:10 - 03:09 - Which Method Should You Use?
    03:10 - 04:49 - What You Need to When Starting Solids
    04:50 - 06:25 - How to Minimise the Mess
    06:25 - 08:57 - How to Start Solids
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 239

  • @EmmaHubbard
    @EmmaHubbard  Рік тому +27

    Thanks for watching! Which method are you going to use? Don’t forget to get your free Mealtimes Essentials Guide with links to all my favorite plates, cups, cutlery and more here: brightestbeginning.com/bb_optin/mealtime-essentials-guide/

  • @SabrinaEspasandin
    @SabrinaEspasandin Рік тому +90

    It was such a relief to hear that 1 or 2 spoonfuls is enough at first. I was stressing so much. Thanks for all your videos, Emma!

  • @ooshlaigh
    @ooshlaigh Рік тому +79

    Perfect timing and great video as always, thank you!
    My little one is almost 6 months, she sits at the dining table with us at lunch and dinner time every day and is showing lots of interest in food. We will be starting with purees and as we gain confidence may add some finger foods.
    As a first time Mum all these different developmental stages have been nerve racking (and exciting), but your great videos have made it so much easier and smooth sailing.
    Thank you, Emma!

    • @EmmaHubbard
      @EmmaHubbard  Рік тому +5

      Thanks so much💕. So glad I have been able to help a little!
      Enjoy starting solids!!

  • @miniverbeeren5341
    @miniverbeeren5341 11 місяців тому +8

    This was so comforting to hear 💜people around you always want to push things further. NO, let the baby do his thing. He got his own pace!

  • @jeanettejeanette1199
    @jeanettejeanette1199 Рік тому +5

    Thank you so much for this video! It honestly helped me so much. There is so much information out there I was really confused. This has simplified it for me and I now know some of the things I was doing wrong, and I feel more confident now about feeding my baby solids :)

  • @gjesy69
    @gjesy69 Рік тому +38

    Thank you for your common sense approach, it’s refreshing when an agenda doesn’t seem to be pushed along with the information.

    • @mightyherb3108
      @mightyherb3108 Рік тому +5

      Totally agree! I'm a first time father and my wife tends to fall for all those stupid influencers who always try to push an agenda or ideology, which often is causing tension between us 😕

    • @mmps18
      @mmps18 Рік тому +2

      ​@@mightyherb3108 I'm guilty of being like that too, my husband is often in your position and has to gently nudge me away from online mom content 😅

  • @melodym6419
    @melodym6419 Рік тому +16

    We've been doing a mixture of both for our 10 month old. Normally baby food mixed with baby cereal to thicken it up for lunch and some finger foods with dinner (along with more baby food if she doesn't eat all her lunch) She definitely lets me know when she is done with the food

  • @JP-gb2sy
    @JP-gb2sy 5 місяців тому +6

    I absolutely love your videos. I have a 4 month old and I cannot thank you enough for everything I’ve learned. This is my go to channel for everything

  • @keramelmilass2343
    @keramelmilass2343 Місяць тому +1

    Thank you ❤️ this is very helpful for me as a 1st time mom 🤗 your explanations really makes sense than the traditional ways older people teaching me to follow.

  • @Sunchild_26
    @Sunchild_26 Рік тому +17

    I’m a spoon 🥄 feeder thank you for making me feel confident in my choice slowly starting to let my baby do feed #1 hand feeding finger foods so I’m currently starting the combo! Wish me luck! ❤️

    • @EmmaHubbard
      @EmmaHubbard  Рік тому +1

      Good luck! I am sure your little one and you will do great.

  • @tiahncheary5653
    @tiahncheary5653 Рік тому +13

    Thank you so much for this video :)
    I have been having trouble processing all the scattered information and also have a hard time retaining written information, so this video was perfect for me!!! Second time mum, but 12 years apart and everything is so different now. Thanks again!! X

    • @EmmaHubbard
      @EmmaHubbard  Рік тому +1

      You are so welcome!

    • @portiaaddo3376
      @portiaaddo3376 Рік тому +2

      Did you say 12 years apart??? Hmmm am your sister here. Everything is so so different and new

    • @tiahncheary5653
      @tiahncheary5653 Рік тому +1

      @@portiaaddo3376 yes 12 years! Feels like the first time all over again haha

    • @nancyimbleau2023
      @nancyimbleau2023 Рік тому +1

      Hey my Son's were 15 yrs apart

  • @marissasboardwalk
    @marissasboardwalk Рік тому

    I’m so happy I found this video! My baby is 14 weeks, showing all signs of being ready to eat solids, but this video is the first time I’ve heard that she is not physically capable to eat solids nor should she. Thank you!

  • @debbrahblain3192
    @debbrahblain3192 Рік тому +11

    Awesome video! Straight to the point for a first time mom 😃

  • @SunshinePearl
    @SunshinePearl Рік тому +12

    When my baby turned 4 months, her pediatrician said she could be introduced to solids 3 times a day. I didn’t think she was ready. So I waited until she was about 5 and half months. At 4 months I just started adding baby cereal to her milk. She’s almost 9 months now and I still spoon feed her with purées I make from steaming vegetables and blending them with some water until they get to the consistency I know my baby can eat it. It’s a process, as Emma said in the video. And if your baby doesn’t want to eat, don’t stress out! They are just exploring in the beginning. Their main source of nutrition is milk until 12 months of age. So just go with the flow! 🙂❤️
    Thank you, Emma! Your videos are better than my pediatrician’s advices sometimes. 🤭

    • @YTLawnGnome
      @YTLawnGnome Рік тому +2

      Our baby's doctor said the same thing. She took to solids pretty quick. She is almost 6 months and she is up to a whole tablespoon of oatmeal every morning and eating one whole container of puree of a fruit or veggie for lunch or dinner.

    • @lynahquandoh
      @lynahquandoh Рік тому +1

      @@YTLawnGnome that’s actually a great start, my daughter is doing same and it’s going well 😊😊😊

    • @hannahgomez6392
      @hannahgomez6392 Рік тому

      @@YTLawnGnome mine is up to 4 tablespoons lol he’s a fatty lol 😂

    • @YTLawnGnome
      @YTLawnGnome Рік тому

      @@hannahgomez6392 well my little one just turned 9 months and man has she stepped up her eating game. She has such an adventurous appetite. As of now the only food she won't eat are green beans lol.

    • @hannahgomez6392
      @hannahgomez6392 Рік тому

      @@YTLawnGnome oh god I just got that for him to try today I hope he likes it lol

  • @cathy4632
    @cathy4632 Рік тому

    So grateful for this video. 🙏

  • @aithaddoukenza1374
    @aithaddoukenza1374 Рік тому

    Love your channel !!helped me understand so much things thank u 👏👏

  • @Genesis_361
    @Genesis_361 11 місяців тому +2

    Your videos are my fave to learn from. You are very informative with all your details.

  • @oasisfullfilled7617
    @oasisfullfilled7617 Рік тому

    Great video. I am started to give my baby at 6 months solids

  • @jarod1339
    @jarod1339 27 днів тому

    Thank u so much. This video reduces my anxiety a lot…

  • @davidbernal7856
    @davidbernal7856 Рік тому +6

    My baby will turn 6months in a few days and we’re getting ready for solids! This is a great video.

  • @lindafelgentreff
    @lindafelgentreff Рік тому +3

    Great tips! Started to introduce solids 2 weeks ago to my nearly 5 months old baby. At first he wasn't interested at all but once I've started to use the highchair he started to enjoy the purées 🤗

  • @Sam-xw4cw
    @Sam-xw4cw Рік тому +1

    Hello Emma
    I love all your videos
    They are a complete guide to me.
    I started solid foods like stewed apple banana puree pomegranate juice to my 4.5mth baby as she developed all these four milestones but still she is developing rashes for every food
    Plz reply Emma,That would be great

  • @TheMekaila9
    @TheMekaila9 Рік тому

    Great video!! Thank you

  • @yogitagautam8463
    @yogitagautam8463 Рік тому +2

    Hi Emma I recently started watching your videos they are so good and so informative thank you for sharing it’s so on point 🙌🏻 my baby shows all the sign you mentioned above but she doesn’t open the mouth when I try spoon feed her but if I offer something in front of her she picks up and put her in the mouth . Is it because she hasn’t loose the tongue thrust reflex ? Can you pls answer

  • @eileenchang2096
    @eileenchang2096 Рік тому

    Such cute babies🥰

  • @mikkibihon9816
    @mikkibihon9816 Рік тому

    Hi Emma, super thanks for this video. I am stressed over the moon because my baby is showing all the signs before 5 months!

    • @EmmaHubbard
      @EmmaHubbard  Рік тому +2

      Hi Mikki! If your little one is showing these signs you still don't have to start solids straight away. I would recommend holding off until the little one is 6 months of age, as their oral motor, fine and gross motor skills are generally more developed at this age and this makes it easier to introduce solids.

  • @priyabansal1027
    @priyabansal1027 Рік тому +3

    Hi Emma my gal is 5& half month now and I am starting some puree, the problem is she is having bad eczema under treatment with Cetraben ( moisturizer) but food sometimes make me doubt as aggravating factor.
    Although she had similar episode at 3 months too. She is exclusive Brest fed baby. Please advise on recurrent eczema and weaning.

  • @valerijasuskovic6622
    @valerijasuskovic6622 Рік тому +4

    Hi Emma thank you for all important imformation about solids, learned more than anywhere else. Wondering why at 9 months solid food goes prior to breast feed or formula? Thank you for all your great videos

  • @jelenaveletic1711
    @jelenaveletic1711 Рік тому +13

    Hi Emma! Thanks for the content! Highly relevant and helpful. Could you make a video about baby constipation once they start solids? Thanks 🎈❤️

  • @sayyedatunnissa
    @sayyedatunnissa Рік тому +2

    I was about to do research about this.... Thanks 🌼

  • @jacquelynkarel9233
    @jacquelynkarel9233 Рік тому +6

    Good morning! Thank you so much for your guidance and videos! I have a question-my sweet boy started showing interest in food at around 3 months, so at his 4 month appointment his pediatrician gave the green light to start introducing solids. He LOVES them. It’s been so much fun to watch him enjoy new foods. I always nurse him before he gets any solids, and right now I’m giving him two solid meals a day (he is 5.5 months old), one late morning, and one after his last nursing of the day. My concern is that I’m giving him too many solids… I offer about 4 TBSP at each meal, and usually that’s plenty in the morning, but in the evening he is still open mouth wanting more. I haven’t offered more because I am afraid of giving him too much-should I follow his lead, or should I continue to limit how much he gets? (His evening meal usually has sweet potato, avocado, maybe some eggs, green beans, squash, some combination of this with added EBM just because I want him to have enough milk.) He is actually a pretty lean baby, and he is super active, rolling, bouncing and inch worming all over the place! I just want to make sure I’m doing what’s best for him. Thank you for your input!

  • @jensmith9111
    @jensmith9111 11 місяців тому

    Hi do you have a complete video on the preparation for the first feeding items? Like the kind of storage bowl, pot and etc.?

  • @elizthomas3238
    @elizthomas3238 Рік тому +2

    Thanks..... Right at time!!!!

  • @nidhibaruchmba
    @nidhibaruchmba Рік тому +2

    Hi Emma,
    I love your videos. They are very informative. Thank you. My twin girls turned 6 months old few days back. My doctor advised to start solids twice a day- one at lunch time and other in the evening. He has given a diet plan and i am following that. My babies have not yet started sitting on high chair. I am spoon feeding them solids by making them sit on my legs. Please advise if that is ok. I let them sleep for about 14 hours in the day. Is that ok too?
    Thanks

  • @roe30
    @roe30 11 місяців тому

    Omg I needed this I really have to take my time

  • @LadyQueue
    @LadyQueue 6 місяців тому

    Thank you. Very helpful!

  • @MPaez-lq5ig
    @MPaez-lq5ig Рік тому +4

    I tried starting my baby on solids at 6 months but she just wasn’t interested and it made me get very discouraged. It took a long time for me to just let her go at her own pace. She’s 19 months old now and if I would’ve just been more relaxed about it, I would’ve seen that eventually she would come around when she was good and ready. Now I’m pregnant with baby #2 and I know what I need to focus on for myself.

    • @EmmaHubbard
      @EmmaHubbard  Рік тому +1

      It can be very stressful with baby #1. There is a lot of information and pressure to overcome. I am sure the experience you gained with your first born will make it easier and less overwhelming with baby #2. Wishing you all the best!

  • @parit1836
    @parit1836 3 місяці тому

    Hi Emma, we watch and love your videos very much. I have a question which I could not find reply anywhere. Our 5 months old baby has started to poo less frequently since he became 4 months old. Before that he was normally passing 3-4 soft stool per day, but since the day he became 4 months old, it became less frequent like once in 2-3 days. Our childcare service suggests giving fruits like pear, but we want to start solids when he is 6 months. Thanks!

  • @michellehenderson8146
    @michellehenderson8146 Рік тому +11

    Can you do a video about starting to introduce finger foods? My little one just turned 8 months and up until this point has only been spoon-fed purées. I want to start making the transition and I think he’s ready, but I feel nervous!

  • @berniceawah1833
    @berniceawah1833 Рік тому

    This was so helpful ❤thanks so much

  • @analyticalchick3064
    @analyticalchick3064 3 місяці тому

    4:22 "accidentally" drop the bowl... that's cute. Most of the time they do it on purpose. When I bussed at a restaurant that was super child friendly, they put roll paper on the floor under the high chairs, as well as on the tables (and provided crayons).

  • @latasiatatum5996
    @latasiatatum5996 Рік тому

    I just started my little one on solids but I gave her the food 1st then the bottle you suggested bottle first how long after should you give the solid?

  • @cecep7477
    @cecep7477 24 дні тому

    God bless this woman❤

  • @VillianousKitty
    @VillianousKitty 21 день тому

    This video was brilliant. My 23wk old twins weren't satisfied with their bottles anymore and were watching me eat and mimicking me eating so I've just started spoon feeding to see if they were ready. My son is, and his sister is interested but her tongue reflex is still not quite there but I'm giving her a little to get used to it. Going to start the baby led weaning once they get the hang of the eating motions.
    Did not know about bottles before though, was giving bottles after 😅😂

    • @EmmaHubbard
      @EmmaHubbard  19 днів тому +1

      Glad you found the video helpful!

  • @Turtelik
    @Turtelik Рік тому

    Good timing, my baby girl is 5 month old so soonish we will start solids and the info is very helpful :)

    • @EmmaHubbard
      @EmmaHubbard  Рік тому

      Fantastic! So glad this is helpful🙂

  • @Forswornx
    @Forswornx 3 місяці тому

    Hi Emma. I have a 6 months old he does not show any of these signs of readiness for food including not being able to sit with minimal support. Can you advise if we should nevertheless start w solids or wait it out?

  • @malaxiaojuzi
    @malaxiaojuzi 7 днів тому

    Hi Emma, thank you so much for all these very helpful uploads. My daughter is 7 months old, and we started introducing solid foods about a month ago. However she showed her rejection of the food by keeping her mouth shut or turning her head away, every time we tried, whether it was puree or finger food. We also tried BLW a few times. She would grab the food but would not try to put it in the mouth. If we eat in front of her, she would look at the food and reach out for it, but again she would not put it in her mouth and would reject our attempt of bringing the food to her mouth. Does this mean that she is not interested in the food?

  • @siva4238
    @siva4238 Рік тому +2

    Wonderful video to new moms. It's help me a lot to. Can you please do videos on baby food chart for 6 months baby

  • @feliciaruck8519
    @feliciaruck8519 Рік тому +1

    My daughter is 4 months old and everyone keeps asking why she isn’t eating food yet.. I’m so glad to see this I felt like I was doing something wrong bc everyone says their kids were eating by 4 months.. she’s definitely not ready for foods yet

  • @eveshakra9776
    @eveshakra9776 Рік тому

    Gave birth 2 months ago and have a 6year old and I’m a bit rusty haha thanks for the vid! Appreciate it

  • @hemanjalimulpuri4752
    @hemanjalimulpuri4752 4 місяці тому +1

    Unesco suggested 2-3 teaspoons twice a day. Should we give one or two meals in a day?

  • @style_magalicious6785
    @style_magalicious6785 Рік тому

    Thank you so much 🙏 colleagues were encouraging me to force my baby to eat...

  • @USAAestheticVlogs
    @USAAestheticVlogs 9 місяців тому

    "Such a helpful and informative video! Thanks for sharing your expertise and making the journey of feeding little ones easier and more nutritious!"

  • @suniamushikiwabo2707
    @suniamushikiwabo2707 10 місяців тому

    WE APPRECIATE YOU ❤

  • @letstalk_yeba4085
    @letstalk_yeba4085 25 днів тому

    Hello Emma thank you so much for this but please what if your baby doesnt want to eat any solid food at all. No purees or mashed foods at all

  • @TheSouthkruger
    @TheSouthkruger Рік тому

    My baby does have all the signs for readyness but... sometimes he wont open his mouth for the spoon and sometimes he would oush the food out with his tongue...(pureed food or cereals) is blw then a better option? I feel so overwhelmed and confused and just unsure on if im doing something right or wrong...

  • @petsandnature9239
    @petsandnature9239 Рік тому

    Hey ……is it safe to give porridge that contains 12% sugar content for a 5 month old baby .thank you

  • @smaaug2356
    @smaaug2356 10 місяців тому

    Hello, Emma! The background music you used was quite fun. This is out of topic but may I know what is it?

    • @EmmaHubbard
      @EmmaHubbard  10 місяців тому

      Nope sorry - our amazing video editor choose this for us!

  • @user-zq7ml6yw4b
    @user-zq7ml6yw4b 6 місяців тому

    why is it here in Norway its pkay to start at 4 months .. especially introducing potential allergens.. my baby is 4,5 months and cannot sit properly bjt is very steong in the head and can roll from back to tummy .. can i start a taste test? and when i do , should i put him in a high chair tho he could just support his head but not sit yet ?

  • @sijithomas7712
    @sijithomas7712 Рік тому +1

    Could you do a video on how much of solids should a baby consume in a day and what are the timings, like after having milk or before.
    I am following a mixture of both the approaches, but my baby who is 7 month old seems to be just having two or three spoons and as we are not supposed to distract or force feed them
    Question arises on whether the nutritional requirements are met or not
    And yes wanted to add
    Your videos are really good and very helpful
    Keep doing the good work 💕💕

  • @Kukimariamawit
    @Kukimariamawit 5 місяців тому

    Thank you so much my baby is 5 and half and after 6 month i am planning to start bottle or formula milk for first time can you send me some tip about measurement…….

  • @dawnamarco7457
    @dawnamarco7457 10 місяців тому +7

    My baby loves watching us all the time, especially when we're eating. She's 7 weeks old 😂, interest alone is not enough to be ready for solids

  • @mandabotha2975
    @mandabotha2975 11 місяців тому

    Thank you for all the informative videos. Please can you give info re the time line for weaning. Our 11 month old is eating a variety of food, but very tiny amounts and when it suits her. She has had very severe acid reflux and still struggles with digestion. What is an acceptable time period for her to adjust, we prefer letting her lead us, but would like guidance and reassurance as we are not comfortable with the current trend of reducing milk to force solids and having baby on mainly solids by the first birthday

    • @EmmaHubbard
      @EmmaHubbard  11 місяців тому +1

      Hi! The time line to wean your little one really depends on your preference. At this age, I would suggest that you offer your little one solids before you offer her milk as she may naturally start to have more solids and then naturally gradually reduce the amount of milk she is having. I hope that helps!

  • @ayeshaebrahimsayed5239
    @ayeshaebrahimsayed5239 Рік тому

    Emma soooo sweeeeeet.....lotsssss of warm regards......

  • @jsjourney3295
    @jsjourney3295 Рік тому +2

    Is it ok to start your baby with bone broth?

  • @JulieJRoth
    @JulieJRoth Рік тому

    Good day, Emma! Enjoying your videos, thank you so much for the information! I wanted to ask if you could make a video where you explain how often and how many times a day babies and toddlers should typically eat - age by age, from birth until pre-school. I am asking because I've been through a lot of confusion around feeding my baby girl. For the first 4 months she was eating on average every 1.5 hours!, about 12-13 times a day, even though I was supplementing with formula (she could, though, go for 4-5 hours without eating during the night - not always, but often). She was nevertheless on a low percentile, and that's why we introduced solids at 4 months. She took very well to it. She's now 6 months, and she has 3 meals of "solid" food per day, but she also has the breast 4-6 times a day, including night feeds that she still has. So, I would love to know if this is normal or if I was or am doing something wrong. It also would be great to know what to expect in the future, as her feedings change. Please let us know if you could release such a video in the near future! Thank you so much.

    • @EmmaHubbard
      @EmmaHubbard  Рік тому

      Thanks so much for the suggestion.

  • @brittneyherbert9580
    @brittneyherbert9580 Рік тому

    Do you recommend mixing puréed food with breast milk or formula?

  • @dzifahbethel1745
    @dzifahbethel1745 Рік тому +1

    ❤️❤️❤️

  • @AMuslimMiss
    @AMuslimMiss Рік тому +2

    You mentioned giving an open cup, what are your views of a sippy cup, especially outside of meal times? Also I know that babies should still be drinking breast milk or formula for at least the first year, but how long should they be drinking from a bottle?

    • @EmmaHubbard
      @EmmaHubbard  Рік тому +1

      Hi @Zee I have a video on the different types of baby cups, including sippy cups which you might find helpful. Here is the link in case you would like to watch it:ua-cam.com/video/KJddjcDLagU/v-deo.html

    • @AMuslimMiss
      @AMuslimMiss Рік тому

      @@EmmaHubbard Thanks you!

  • @mikkibihon9816
    @mikkibihon9816 Рік тому +1

    Hey Emma hope to have your thoughts on this. My baby is 4 months and is showing all the signs according to this video. Her pedia advised to give her juice and water. Can we do so?

    • @EmmaHubbard
      @EmmaHubbard  Рік тому +1

      HI Mikki, juice is not something that we recommend in Australia under the age of 12 months of age. But in saying that, I always recommend checking back in with the Paediatrician to check why they are recommending juice as your Paed sees your little one in person.
      At 4 months of age you could introduce your little one to water using an open cup or straw cup, but it is mainly just exploratory at this point as formula or breast milk will provide their fluid intake.
      If you do decide to introduce these I recommend you watch this video to ensure you have the high chair set up appropriately, as 4 month olds generally need support to sit. ua-cam.com/video/ewM5oQaxcZM/v-deo.html
      Hope that helps!

    • @mikkibihon9816
      @mikkibihon9816 Рік тому

      Thanks a bunch!! Super appreciatr your response =)

  • @HamboGambit
    @HamboGambit Рік тому +1

    My son is five months is that too soon to start? He opens his mouth and chews when he watches me eat, can sit on his own for small amounts of time, hold his head up with ease, and can hold his bottle when he’s drinking his formula/pick toys up easily. He has all the “signs” baby is ready but I see a lot of people saying wait until 6 months and don’t want to hurt him or anything starting too soon. TIA

  • @leahkathleen4796
    @leahkathleen4796 Рік тому

    We started solids a couple weeks ago! Baby is doing great (6.5 months old). We are currently using the Upseat with a tray attached instead of a highchair. The website says this is acceptable, but I'm wondering your thoughts! Love your videos!

    • @EmmaHubbard
      @EmmaHubbard  Рік тому +1

      Hi @Leah Kathleen so great to hear your little one is doing great with eating the solids. My preference is always using a high chair because when in a good high chair the feet are supported by a foot rest, there is a 5 point harness for safety and the bub can sit at the dining table with all the family. Hope that helps!

    • @leahkathleen4796
      @leahkathleen4796 Рік тому

      @@EmmaHubbard it does, thank you!!

  • @ludmilacamila7523
    @ludmilacamila7523 Рік тому +1

    My child it's over 5 months one teaspoon when start solids isn't enough.
    I started vegetable first but she is so hungry. I am afraid to increase the amount. What should I do?
    Thank you

  • @pranitaneupane7291
    @pranitaneupane7291 Рік тому

    Hi Emma,
    My baby is turning 6 months old tomorrow and is been recently started on solid foods. I am giving one thing a day and only in small amount for him to taste and feel the solid food. I want to start with finger foods instead of purée but bit concerned if it’s a chocking hazard or might make it uncomfortable as larger pieces might break from the finger foods especially since he is just introduced to solids and might not have a good coordination for swallowing except for liquids.
    In case if I start him on purée how difficult is it for babies to transition to finger foods from purée.
    Thanks!
    Pranita

    • @priagandhi6305
      @priagandhi6305 Рік тому +1

      Hi..so want did u introduce..pls help...my baby is also 6months now but m giving me only rice water

  • @iamlyt3658
    @iamlyt3658 Рік тому

    Starting solids with my baby this week and mama is very nervous .

  • @harikasunnam1777
    @harikasunnam1777 Рік тому

    Hi Ma'am
    My baby is 4month old and not drinking milk. Our doctor suggested to introduce solids to him. What is the best solid food to introduce??

  • @ashleymckinley3004
    @ashleymckinley3004 Місяць тому

    The way you have been with me since I brought my newborn home! 🥹 I know there are so many people grateful for your videos!!

    • @sirennoir258
      @sirennoir258 Місяць тому

      here is a tip: save your breastmilk. its good for them when they get sick. also use the breastmilk to clean their faces. when you finally do feed the baby, a little squirt of breastmilk in the food.

  • @marziamamdani5373
    @marziamamdani5373 Рік тому +1

    Hey Emma ! I am 24 with my first. My baby is 5 months and I’ve been giving her carrots and apples , just a little at a time. Could you please tell me when I can start introducing meats like chicken and beef in purée form ??
    Also , I really need a recommendation for her constipation because she’s solely on formula and not breast milk 😢 we don’t have prunes here where I live and pears aren’t in season , so I could really use some guidance ! Thanks doll

  • @Sanjirpinion
    @Sanjirpinion Рік тому

    My is doing it all and he's just 4 months can we start??

  • @isabellabinsviturino1416
    @isabellabinsviturino1416 Годину тому

    Where are the videos for the high chairs?? I feel like my son is not comfortable on the chair and it’s the second chair I tried.

  • @ruchikasanghai
    @ruchikasanghai Рік тому +2

    My son is 14months old and still taking semi solid food like porridge and cereal, he can bite any food but he doesn’t know how to chew it so every tiny bite he keeps 5-10min in his month Even he has almost 14teeth in his mouth including molars. So we are doing feeding therapy classes but still situation is same he doesn’t want to eat semi solid food and purée also and with solid food he is unable to chew it. I don’t know what to do🤦‍♀️

  • @jenniferreynolds1537
    @jenniferreynolds1537 Рік тому +5

    What are your thoughts about starting rice cereal or oatmeal at 4 months? My pediatrician said to start the rice cereal at her 4 month checkup, but since then I've seen a lot of mixed reviews and opinions about starting that early. I have tried a very runny version (mostly breast milk) of the rice cereal and oatmeal and maybe half of it ends up actually eaten (the rest ends up on her or the bib lol).

    • @EmmaHubbard
      @EmmaHubbard  Рік тому +1

      Hi @Jennifer Reynolds as your little one's ped recommend you start at 4 months of age I would always follow their advice (as they saw your little one in person). f you are feeling uncomfortable starting at 4 months I would recommend you discuss this with your ped. And you could also ask why they recommended you start with rice cereal as you can start with any pureed food (which might be a little more tasty for your little one).
      If you do decide to start now, then at 4 months of age your little one is definitely going to need support (rolled up towel etc) to sit upright for mealtimes. So do make sure you check out this video to find out how you can set up the high chair to best support your baby: ua-cam.com/video/ewM5oQaxcZM/v-deo.html.

    • @ersargent9026
      @ersargent9026 11 місяців тому

      My little one will be four months old next week. Last week our pediatrician said I could start him on food now. I've started with the powdered rice cereal. In the mornings he gets a very liquidy version mixed with milk in his bottle. We wanted to see how his body took to it before giving him the correct ratio of powder to formula. So far no alergians and poops seem fine. So now we add a 1tps serving spoon fed in the evening with a drink bottle to help "wash it down" between every couple of spoons. So far he loves it, get's excited, mouth wide open and chomps down on the spoon. If I wait too long between spoonings he grunts and gets grumpy and reaches for the spoon lol. He had yet to eat the full 1tbs, he does let me know when he is finished with it by his gestures wether he is full gets board, or just wants the bottle now. There was a neurologist on the morning news last week that is done a study on the connections between nutrients and the babys brain development at certain stages of development. She says babys should be having dark leafy greens/broccoli/zucchini etc because of the lutein for eye/vision development starting at 4 months. As I've been reading and searching for the est things to start with there is just so much varying information between specialist/doctors and countries standards.

  • @somabanik4093
    @somabanik4093 9 місяців тому

    What type of solid food I should give to my son?my son is now 5 months 25 days old and I will join my school soon , please suggest.

  • @ggb.9638
    @ggb.9638 Рік тому

    Hi, new mom here got a 5.5 month old girl premie.Started solids recently but my biggest concern when spoon feeding is we start out fine but occasionally gags sometimes producing spit up. Getting a little discouraged here since she has the milestones, could it be her adjusted age? How can I help her to less gags during mealtimes?

    • @maggiedewaard7955
      @maggiedewaard7955 Рік тому

      from what i've heard gagging is totally normal. what is your babies adjusted age though? i have twin preemies and i'm pretty sure its suggested that you introduce things like this at adjusted age.

  • @MPG-ub5ke
    @MPG-ub5ke Рік тому

    Approx how much food should a 7 mo eat daily?

  • @MountainKoi91
    @MountainKoi91 Місяць тому

    I know this video is a year old, but I am appreciative of it now. Thank you, Emma❤

  • @ashtuckylovesmusic
    @ashtuckylovesmusic Рік тому +2

    My baby has all signs of readiness except she keeps pushing food out with her tongue. We started purees at 5 months and she is 6 months today. Is there any advice on helping her reduce her tongue thrust or is it just something she'll learn over time? I'm not convinced she's getting much food at all because of this 😅

    • @hannahgomez6392
      @hannahgomez6392 Рік тому +1

      It’s something they just outgrow my baby had that and a few weeks later a week ago he didn’t have it anymore I fed him purées and he took to it so well he even grabs the spoon and enhales it and swallows it so well they just arnt ready yet

  • @AimeeMDav
    @AimeeMDav Рік тому

    I’m confused though, is my baby considered 6 months at 6 legitimate months like Aug 9->Feb 9. Or when she hits 24 weeks? Are these guidelines based on 4 weeks per month or actual months?

    • @arielthecat6138
      @arielthecat6138 7 місяців тому

      You can look up how to calculate your baby's months by looking it up on Google. There's a couple of websites that you can put your baby's birth date in and it will tell you all the months from there. Sorry if this response is late but this could be useful for other people asking the same question.

  • @soulawakenskintherapies9765
    @soulawakenskintherapies9765 Рік тому +1

    Hi Emma 👋🏽 thank you for this video! I am from Australia and wondering if you have any smock recommendations? I'm so tired of washing out pumpkin and other foods from my babies clothes 🙈 but I could never be sick of watching her adorably get her food everywhere but her mouth 🤣

    • @soulawakenskintherapies9765
      @soulawakenskintherapies9765 Рік тому

      I just downloaded your guide that answers my question - thank you!

    • @EmmaHubbard
      @EmmaHubbard  Рік тому

      Glad you found it! I hear you re. the washing 😂. I feel like it's never ending. My 3 year old still goes through multiple sets of clothes each day because they get covered in food

  • @juliecheskin4277
    @juliecheskin4277 Рік тому

    Some babies start earlier but it’s up to you to make it pass through smoothly.

  • @viybau-villaflor8517
    @viybau-villaflor8517 Рік тому

    My baby is at 5 months, going 6 in a few weeks. Can I feed her ?

  • @yourhighness5200
    @yourhighness5200 Рік тому

    hi Emma, my baby is 7 month old , how many times should I feed him in a day, once or twice

    • @EmmaHubbard
      @EmmaHubbard  Рік тому

      I would generally still be feeding once a day but it is really up to you and your little one. If you want to increase it to twice a day that is fine!

  • @dorisampofo2218
    @dorisampofo2218 11 місяців тому

    So after six months, can I add baby formula?

  • @Lowkilitt
    @Lowkilitt Рік тому

    My son is doing this already at 3 months especially staring at my food and crying but I’m going to wait until 3 months

  • @hhoonn1
    @hhoonn1 9 місяців тому

    How long after the meal can I give him milk again?

  • @ikay8938
    @ikay8938 5 місяців тому

    my baby is showing this sign at 4 months but I am still worried
    might wait at 6 months

  • @alinalartseva7064
    @alinalartseva7064 Рік тому +2

    I feel like introducing solids was actually really easy. But once baby figures out that it's a lot more fun to play with food than to eat it is when the real challenge starts :D

  • @SamaraTrollero
    @SamaraTrollero Рік тому

    I have to do combined because my 5 year old does not eat potato mash or anything similar

  • @chimpindesakala3532
    @chimpindesakala3532 Рік тому

    How do you treat the tongue sacking in a new born ?

    • @EmmaHubbard
      @EmmaHubbard  Рік тому

      Hi, as I can't see your little one I am not sure what you are referring to. I recommend you pop into a doctor who can see your little one in person and provide tailored advice.

  • @resmiaryanani
    @resmiaryanani Місяць тому

    Hi emma.. My daughter is 5momth old... Iam breast feeding her.. How often i have to give her purees per day during this month.