Starting Solids

Starting Solids Support Session 

Baby-Led Weaning & First Foods Guidance

Ready to start your baby on solid food — but not sure where to begin? This session gives you a clear, confident plan.

Starting solids is one of the most exciting milestones in your baby's first year — but with so much conflicting advice around baby-led weaning, purées, allergen introduction and what's actually safe, it can quickly feel overwhelming rather than enjoyable.

This one-to-one online session cuts through the confusion. Together we'll explore your options, answer your questions and create a simple, personalised plan for introducing solids that feels relaxed, positive and right for you and your baby.

Who is this session for?

This starting solids support session is ideal if:

• Your baby is approaching 6 months and you want to feel genuinely prepared before you begin
• You're unsure whether to choose baby-led weaning, spoon feeding or a combination approach
• You're worried about gagging, choking or allergic reactions and want to feel reassured
• You feel overwhelmed by the amount of conflicting information online
• You want to introduce solids confidently alongside milk feeding
• You want your baby's relationship with food to start in a positive, relaxed way

What does the session cover?

• How to know when your baby is ready for solids — the real signs of readiness and what to look for
• Baby-led weaning vs spoon feeding vs combination — an honest look at each approach so you can choose what suits your family
• First foods and how to introduce them safely — what to offer, when and how
• Textures, portion sizes and responsive feeding — taking it at your baby's pace
• Introducing allergens safely and confidently — one of the most common areas of confusion, made simple
• How milk feeds and solids work together — so you understand how to balance both without stress
• Gagging, choking and what's actually normal — because this worries almost every parent and you deserve honest, reassuring answers

What's included?

• 1 hour private, one-to-one online session
• Personalised guidance based on your baby, your preferences and your lifestyle
• A clear, simple plan for starting solids with confidence
• A supportive space to ask every question you have

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I start introducing solids to my baby? Current NHS guidance recommends starting solids at around 6 months, when your baby shows the key signs of readiness. We'll go through exactly what to look for so you feel confident about the timing for your baby specifically.

What is baby-led weaning and is it right for my baby? Baby-led weaning is an approach where babies feed themselves soft finger foods from the start, rather than being spoon fed purées. It's a fantastic option for many families — but it's not the only one. This session explores all approaches so you can choose what genuinely works for you.

Is it safe to do baby-led weaning — what about choking? Gagging is a normal and important part of a baby learning to eat — it's not the same as choking. We'll talk through the difference, what's actually normal, and how to set up mealtimes safely so you feel reassured rather than anxious.

When should I introduce allergens and how do I do it safely? Introducing the top allergens early is now recommended to help reduce the risk of allergic reactions. We'll go through exactly how to do this safely, in what order and what to watch out for.

Can I do a mix of baby-led weaning and spoon feeding? Absolutely — and many families do. A combination approach can work really well and we'll explore whether this might suit you and your baby during the session.

How do milk feeds change when solids are introduced? In the early weeks of weaning, milk remains your baby's main source of nutrition. We'll talk through how feeds typically evolve and how to balance both without worry.

My baby is nearly 6 months — is it too early to book? Not at all. This is actually the ideal time to book — so you go into weaning feeling prepared and confident from day one rather than scrambling for information when you're already in the thick of it.

Your Investment: £85

Spaces are limited. Book your starting solids session today and give your baby the most positive, relaxed introduction to food possible — with a plan that's built around them.