Weaning is the process when baby switches from breastmilk to formula diet or solid foods. Till 6 months of age babies are completely on breastfeed so they can get all the nutrition that their body requires. When baby is gradually replacing the liquid diet with solid foods means that the baby is weaning. Weaning can be a major milestone for the baby which means major developmental changes as the baby transforms from an infant towards toddlerhood. You have to be patient during the weaning process because baby requires time and attention when we try new foods. Different people have different first baby food traditionally such as oatmeal, barky, rice or cooked soft mush. Moreover, fruits and vegetables are also a great option of introducing new foods such as apples, bananas, butternut squash, sweet potatoes or green beans. Give babies time to adjust so they can chew and swallow properly.

If you notice these signs then you can gradually move towards softer foods. Make sure to begin with half spoon once the baby is ready and then move towards one spoonful during the day. Once the baby is used to solids, you can introduce sold food to their everyday meal.

You can introduce full-fat cow milk to your toddler’s diet at one year. Semi-skimmed milk should not be introduced until your little one is two years old.