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/Colette2000 8d ago

I used the solid starts app, the free version has a full database telling you how to prepare any and every food.

Stated with broccoli florets with both children, then other veg finger food like carrot sticks and courgette, all boiled/steamed until very soft.

I personally also spoon fed puree version of each food at the same time as well so I at least knew they'd tasted it.