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Baby / Feeding

Finger Foods & Baby-Led Weaning

Self-feeding, BLW, and family meals

Baby-Led Weaning

Baby-led weaning allows babies to self-feed appropriate foods from the start. Instead of being spoon-fed purees, babies explore foods independently. Many families enjoy shared family meals, self-feeding practice, exploring textures, and greater independence.

Always follow safe feeding practices and supervise meals closely.

Finger foods (from around 7–8 months)

  • check_circleSoft fruit
  • check_circleCooked vegetables
  • check_circleToast strips
  • check_circleSoft proteins

Finger foods help develop hand-eye coordination, fine motor skills, and independence.

Family meals

Family meals support language development, social skills, healthy habits, and family connection. Even young babies benefit from being included. Meals do not need to be perfect — conversation and connection are often more important than perfect eating.