Starting Solids FAQs
When should I start solids?
Most babies are ready to start solids at around six months of age, although every baby develops at their own pace. You may notice your baby is showing interest in your food or opens their mouth when a spoon comes towards them; these signs along with having good head and neck control and sitting with support mean your baby may be ready for solids. If you're unsure, your GP or Well Child provider can provide personalised advice.
What essentials do I need for starting solids?
A few key essentials can help make starting solids more enjoyable for both you and your baby. Start with a supportive high chair so baby can sit at table height with the family and so you can feed baby easily, if you’re spoon feeding. Choose baby spoons, suction bowls or plates and a starter cup or sippy cup depending on how you want to serve your food. Divided plates are popular for little ones and baby-led weaning, whilst suction bottoms can prevent the inevitable dinner upturned on the high chair! Silicone and stainless-steel serve ware is popular because they're durable options, easy to clean and made for everyday use.
Starting Solids
We're here to help you navigate your solids journey with a range of baby bowls, cutlery, feeders, bibs, storage and more. The Nestling stainless steel range is one of our favourites as are The Sleep Store cotton bibs.
Square Bowl - Purple (Lilac)
Straw Cup with Silicone Straw - Lemon Drop
Dip 'n' Pour Bowl - Denim
Snuggle Bib with Frill - Lilac Bloom
No-Spill Cup Lid Only - Desert
Dip 'n' Pour Bowl - Desert
No-Spill Cup Lid Only - Ice Blue
Straw Cup Lid Only - Sky Blue
Bowl - Denim
Snuggle Bib - Blue Ocean
Clever Cup - Vanilla
Bowl - Grey
Dip 'n' Pour Bowl - Baby Pink
Straw Cup with Silicone Straw - Yellow
Straw Cup Lid Only - Kelly Green
Bowl - Mint
Tumbler - Navy Blue
Bowl - Sand
Straw Cup with Silicone Straw - Purple (Lilac)
No Spill & Straw Cup - Base Only - Ice Pink
Kids Dribble Bib - Jewel Pink
Fork and Spoon - Beige
Bowl Silicone Lid