# @onceuponafarm on Instagram

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- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/CmH_423jDxn
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/73232271-onceuponafarm-instagram
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- **Posted:** 2022-12-13T22:31:43.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** Once Upon a Farm (@onceuponafarm) — https://gondola.cc/onceuponafarm

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WHEN to start solids 👇

The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends starting solids around 6 months. Your baby should also be showing signs of readiness for this new stage, including:

1️⃣ Able to sit without support - If your baby is not able to sit upright in his or her high chair without slouching, that’s a clear sign you should wait on solids.

2️⃣ Has good head & neck control - Head and neck control go hand in hand with the first sign, signifying core strength and their ability to swallow without choking.

3️⃣ Can bring hands to their mouth - This is a sign that your baby can self-feed and is important regardless of whether you choose a self-feeding or spoon-fed approach.

4️⃣ Showing an interest in food - If you find your baby looking at your plate or reaching out for food, that’s a good indication of their readiness for solids. This can also look like your baby putting their toys or fingers in their mouth.

Note: For any specific feeding recommendations or questions regarding starting solids, please refer to your child’s pediatrician or healthcare provider.

#startingsolids #weaningjourney #weaningbaby #solidfood #firstfoods

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weaningbaby, startingsolids, weaningjourney, solidfood, firstfoods

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