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Easy weaning recipes
Our weekly family meal planners take you and your baby through the first ten weeks of weaning.Recipes
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Baby-led weaning
How can I prepare for baby-led weaning?
Find out how you can prepare for baby-led weaning, from getting the right equipment to being ready to deal with the inevitable mess!
Parents' tips: essential baby weaning equipment
Can I give my baby finger foods?
Getting started with baby-led weaning (Video)
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Five best foods for babies
Wondering what to feed your baby? Discover the five top foods to make sure they're getting all the nutrients they need.
First foods: fruit vs vegetables
How can I get my baby to try new foods?
How should I wean my breastfed baby on to first foods?
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Preparing first foods
Waiting until six months to introduce your baby to solid food protects their health. Find out why.
Should we give our hungry eight-week-old baby solids?
Solids by age: birth to six months
Can I give my baby solid food at four months?
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How should I introduce solids?
Your baby might need time to get used to new flavours. Try our suggestions for first purees and baby cereals and find out the best time to introduce them.
How much milk does my six-month-old baby need after starting solids?
How to prepare baby food safely
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Which foods to introduce when
Some families prefer baby-led weaning, whereas others find their babies are happier with spoon-fed purees. We explain which foods are best to give your baby over the coming months.
Solids by age: seven to nine months
Solids by age: 10 to 12 months
Are organic milk and food better for my baby?
How can I get my baby interested in solid food?
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Should I wean my baby using purees?
See our dietitian's advice on the pros and cons of starting with smooth purees vs more textured first foods.
Is it true that alcohol is cooked off in food?
Why has my baby gone off solid food?
Why won't my baby eat lumpy food?
Should I feed my baby food first and milk after?
See all in Weaning problems and solutionsWeaning plan: weekly meal planners for you and your baby
Parent and baby recipes: week one
We've created 10 meal planners with easy-to-prepare meals that you and your baby can share. Start here with recipes for the first week.
Parent and baby recipes: week two
Parent and baby recipes: week three
Parent and baby recipes: week four
Parent and baby recipes: week five
See all in Weaning plan: weekly meal planners for you and your babyBaby food safety
Is it safe to give my baby honey?
Honey can cause food poisoning in babies. Our dietician explains at what age it is safe to give your baby honey and suggests alternatives for adding flavour to your baby's food.
What's the difference between cow's milk protein allergy (CMPA) and lactose intolerance?
Should I avoid gluten in my baby's first foods?
Can I put salt in my baby's food?
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Baby food recipes for the whole family from nine months
Looking for great recipes for the whole family to enjoy? We have tasty meat, fish and vegetable dishes that will encourage your baby to love mealtimes.
Baby food recipes for weaning: starting on solids
Baby food recipes from six months
Baby food recipes from seven to 12 months
Baby food recipes: puddings from six months
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Should I give my baby fruit and vegetable juice? How much?
Now your baby is trying solid foods, you might be considering giving them fruit or vegetable juices. Our dietician explains how much juice to give, how often and which drinks to avoid.
When should I give my baby cow's milk as her main drink?
Can I give my baby herbal teas to soothe an upset tummy?
Does my formula-fed baby need extra water?
Can I give my baby sheep's or goat's milk or formula? If so, when?
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Baby carrot pancakes
This vegetarian meal makes a delicious, nutritious lunch. The little pancakes are great for your baby to pick up and chew on.
Baked potato with cheesy beans
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