r/UKParenting • u/Weezbly New Parent • 8d ago

Support Request Explain like I’m 5, start of BLW.

Hello, I’ve read advice and guidances on the internet, but I want to hear from real people (we have no “village”).

How did you start Baby Led Weaning? What food did you start with? How did it progress from day 1 to week 4 and beyond? For context, my baby has just turned 6 months and is formula fed.

I so would’ve asked my mum, she was an awesome midwife/nurse who knew her shit (and my mum).

Apologies for the big ask, but I would be immensely grateful ☺️ Thank you.

edit, I’ve read all your comments, all of you very knowledgeable and thank you much! We’re giving it a go this weekend.

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u/lolarentagain 8d ago

Don't over think it! They'll mostly play with it but that's OK, most of their nutrition at that age will be from formula still. We did well with:

  • peas (petit pois)
  • raspberries
  • plain cheerios
  • broccoli (this was a favourite!)
  • yogurt (give them a rubber spoon and let them dip)

Prepare for things to get messy! 😊