Tiny Tasters

Service Description

A practical, evidence-based course designed to help you introduce solid foods with confidence. Together, we’ll explore when your baby is developmentally ready for solids, how to create positive mealtime experiences, and how to build healthy eating habits that support lifelong nutrition. What we’ll cover Recognising the signs that your baby is ready for solid foods When to start solids and current feeding recommendations Baby-Led Weaning vs. purées: benefits, differences, and how to combine both approaches Which first foods to offer and nutrient-rich meal ideas Key nutrients for growing babies, including iron, healthy fats, and protein Introducing common food allergens safely and according to current evidence Foods and drinks to avoid during the first year Preventing choking and understanding the difference between gagging and choking Appropriate food textures and how they change with age Establishing healthy eating routines and responsive feeding Managing food refusal, picky eating, and changing food preferences Encouraging independent eating and developing self-feeding skills Introducing cups and transitioning from milk feeds to family meals Understanding how milk feeds and solid foods work together during the first year Creating a personalised feeding plan tailored to your baby’s age, development, and your family’s lifestyle Outcome By the end of the session, you’ll feel confident introducing solid foods safely, understand how your baby’s nutritional needs evolve, know how to introduce allergens appropriately, and have practical strategies for managing feeding challenges while creating enjoyable, stress-free family mealtimes.