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Starting Solids

Introduction to Solids: A Virtual Workshop to Feed With Confidence

RRoshena Moledina, RN, BScN, IBCLC · 6 min ·April 26, 2026
Introduction to Solids: A Virtual Workshop to Feed With Confidence

Few milestones come with as much conflicting advice as starting solids. When do you begin? Purées or baby-led weaning? What about allergens and choking? The Introduction to Solids workshop replaces the noise with clear, evidence-based guidance.

Readiness comes before age

Most babies are ready for solids around 6 months, but readiness is about signs, not just the calendar: good head control, sitting with support, losing the tongue-thrust reflex, and genuine interest in food. We’ll cover exactly what to look for.

Gagging vs. choking: gagging is loud, protective, and normal as babies learn to eat. Choking is silent. Knowing the difference is one of the most reassuring things you’ll learn, and we practice how to respond.

What the workshop covers

  • Signs of readiness and when to start
  • Purées, baby-led weaning, or a combination, the pros and cons of each
  • Safe textures, portions, and progression
  • Introducing allergens confidently
  • Building a balanced, varied diet

You’ll leave with practical handouts and a plan that fits your baby and your family, so mealtimes start joyful, not stressful.

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Questions & answers

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It's designed for parents of babies around 4–6 months, the window when many babies begin showing signs of readiness for solid foods. You'll learn how to spot true readiness, choose safe first foods and textures, and tell the difference between gagging and choking, so mealtimes start calm and confident.

Both. The workshop walks through purées, baby-led weaning, and combination approaches, with the pros and cons of each, so you can choose what fits your baby and your family. You'll leave with practical handouts covering readiness signs, textures, portions, and allergen introduction.

Absolutely, and I encourage it. Feeding is a family effort. When your partner, spouse, or another support person joins, they learn practical ways to help, understand normal newborn behaviour, and feel more confident supporting you. A strong support network is one of the biggest predictors of feeding success.

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