Best Items for Baby Led Weaning


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When it comes to the best Items for baby led weaning, there are a few different approaches you can take. One popular option is baby-led weaning, which involves letting your little one self-feed from the start. If you're planning to go the baby-led weaning route, you'll need a few key items to ensure mealtimes are successful.

First, you'll need some finger foods that are easy for the baby to pick up and eat. Think soft fruits like bananas or peeled and cooked veggies like sweet potato wedges. You can also offer baby small pieces of cooked meat or tofu.

In addition to finger foods, you'll also need some way to provide your baby with liquids. Water is always a good choice, but you can also offer breast milk or formula from a cup or bottle.

Here are a few other items that can be helpful when baby-led weaning:

High Chair

A high chair will make it easier for babies to sit up and reach the food on their plates. You can go for the wooden high chair option if it matches your home decor. A plastic high chair is light and can be folded and put away easily. Some multi-functional seats can be used as high chairs, cradles, and sometimes even swings. The Portable clip-on high chair is a leg-less high chair that can be clasped securely onto some types of tables or countertops for a sturdy, safe seat for a baby almost anywhere — at home or on the go. A booster feeding chair can be strapped onto one of your existing dining chairs. And the convertible high chairs will see you all the way through the toddler years, since they can function much like a plastic or metal frame high chair, then fold up into a booster when the baby gets a bit older. 

Bibs

Bibs are essential for baby-led weaning since there will definitely be some spills. You can find bibs made out of cloth or silicone, and they come in all sorts of fun colours and patterns. Cloth bibs are definitely cost-effective but they need to be washed after each use. You can also find disposable bibs, which are great for on-the-go feedings or if you're travelling but are not great for our planet. Silicone bibs are best to use because they can be washed quickly and are ready for next use. They have pockets to catch the spilling food so you don't have to worry about cleaning the floor. The best part is that the cutlery can be stored in the bib's pocket and then the bib handles can be wrapped inside, to fold the bid completely and packed so that it can be stored easily.

Placemats

A placemat can help contain the mess at mealtimes and make cleaning up a breeze. There are all sorts of placemats available, from disposable options to more permanent ones. Some placemats even come with built-in compartments for holding utensils or small toys.

Mealtime Toys

If you're finding that your baby is getting bored during mealtime, try giving them a few small toys to play with. This can help keep their attention focused on eating. Just be sure to choose toys that are small enough not to pose a choking hazard.

Suction Plates and Bowls

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You'll need some dishes that are safe for the baby to use. You can find sets made out of silicone, plastic, or bamboo. Bamboo dishes tend to be more eco-friendly but they are not always as durable as silicone or plastic. Silicone and plastic dishes are often dishwasher safe, making clean-up a breeze. Plastic is not recommended because it can release toxins when heated.

The suction feature in silicone plates and bowls can be very helpful in preventing babies from tipping their dishes over.

Soft Spoons

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You'll need some spoons that are soft enough not to scratch the baby's gums but firm enough to get the job done. You can find sets made out of silicone, plastic, or bamboo. The stainless steel cutlery wrapped in silicon grips is best for babies to hold on to and are dishwasher safe.

Cups

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You'll need a cup for the baby to drink from. You can find cups made out of silicone, plastic, or bamboo. The best type of cup for babies is the silicone ones because they are lightweight and easy for the baby to hold on to. Plus they have soft edges so the baby doesn't get hurt from them.

Conclusion

These are just a few of the essential items you'll need for baby-led weaning. With the right supplies, you'll be well on your way to successful weaning!

You just want to make sure that you pick products that are safe, and healthy for the baby to use by himself or herself, especially when no one is watching them.

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