If one more person tells me to put some rice cereal in Abe's bottle...I might deck them. You parented the way you wanted. Now let me parent the way I want to. Starting babies on solids too early can lead to a list of issues including obesity and an increased risk of allergies. I'm watching for cues and despite the cuteness of Abe playing with a spoon, that is not necessarily a sign of readiness. Spoons are a neat shape, shiny, and smooth...very interesting to a little one. I'm looking for him to be able to sit up unassisted and to lose the tongue thrust reflex.
In the meantime, breastmilk is all my boy needs.
I'm also considering the baby-led weaning approach. If any of you have done this with your baby then let's have a conversation!
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