Top products from r/BabyLedWeaning
We found 27 product mentions on r/BabyLedWeaning. We ranked the 38 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
1. Baby-Led Weaning: The Essential Guide to Introducing Solid Foods-and Helping Your Baby to Grow Up a Happy and Confident Eater
Sentiment score: 3
Number of reviews: 3
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2. The Baby-Led Weaning Cookbook: Delicious Recipes That Will Help Your Baby Learn to Eat Solid Foods―and That the Whole Family Will Enjoy
Sentiment score: 2
Number of reviews: 3
The Baby Led Weaning Cookbook Delicious Recipes That Will Help Your Baby Learn to Eat Solid Foods and That the Whole Family Will Enjoy
3. Sistema Klip It Multi-Use Food Storage Container Set, Set of 3
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 2
Rectangular divided food storage containers let you keep snacks separateLids with easy-locking clips and extended flexible seal help keep contents freshModular stacking design helps save valuable space100% virgin plastic; phthalate- and BPA-freeSet of 3; each with 11.8-ounce/0.3-liter capacitySet of...
4. Baby-Led Weaning: The Essential Guide to Introducing Solid Foods—and Helping Your Baby to Grow Up a Happy and Confident Eater
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
5. Healthy Times Organic Baby Teethers, Apple & Sweet Potato | 6 Ingredient Teether Snack, Easily Dissolves Without a Mess | For Babies 6-12 Months | 1.7 oz Bag, 1 Count
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
SHAPED FOR EASY GRIP & COMFORT: Our teethers are slightly curved for baby's little hand to grab and hold. Designed with feeding specialists to mimic an adult finger, and give your baby the ultimate teething solution.EASILY DISSOLVES: The uneven texture of each teether provides a firm surface, the te...
6. Munchkin Any Angle Click Lock Weighted Straw Trainer Cup, Green, 7oz
Sentiment score: -1
Number of reviews: 1
Weighted straw and easy-to-hold handles allow your toddler to hold the cup at any angle8 ounce capacity for water, milk or juice. Includes straw brush for easy cleaningFlip-top lid covers straw while on the goImproved straw to reduce leaksBPA free, top rack dishwasher safe and 6+ months
7. Inglesina Fast Table Chair - Award-Winning Convenient Baby High Chair - Use at Most Tables or Restaurants Without Leaving Scratches {Black}
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
EASY & SECURE SETUP - Inglesina's Fast Table Chair fits tables up to 3.3" thick and is perfect for use at home or while traveling. The easy twist-tight coupling is fast and secure and gives your baby a seat at the table.PORTABLE, COLLAPSIBLE DESIGN - Complete with an integrated travel-friendly carr...
8. Squooshi Reusable Food Pouch | G.O. 8 Pack | 8 Large 5 oz Pouches
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
HOLDS UP TO 6 OZ! NEW SOFTER MATERIAL! NO LEAK ZIPPER!EASY TO USE - Our straight forward shape with a top spout and wide bottom zipper allow you to easily fill your Squooshi pouches with your favorite squishy food by using a regular spoon or pour directly into the pouch from your blender of choice. ...
9. ChooMee SoftSip Food Pouch Top | 100% Silicone | 2CT Orange Aqua
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
100% All Silicone hygienic design | Flow control valve prevents spills | Soft silicone protects mouthFits all food pouches | Securely locks and covers plastic spout shape | Weaning/teething friendlyPromotes self feeding | 88% of children prefer to hold their pouch | Maximize their feeding nutritionI...
10. Fisher-Price Rainforest Healthy Care Booster Seat
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Removable, dishwasher-safe feeding tray with cup holderRainforest toy fits onto feeding tray—features tree with 3 spinning bugs, frog and gecko slider beads, bobbling parrot and bead bar with monkey and bananasFolds compactly for portabilityBack & tray remove for older childFront & rear seat strap...
11. Fox Run Easy Pour Measuring Cup with Funnel Spout, 3.5, Clear Plastic
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
PRECISELY MEASURE AND POUR with the Fox Run easy pour 3.5 cup measuring cup with funnel spout; This pitcher features a unique pour spout design that brings incredible convenience to cooking and bakingEASY TO SEE CONTENTS for accurate measurements, made of durable clear plastic with a long pouring sp...
12. The Baby-Led Weaning Cookbook: Delicious Recipes That Will Help Your Baby Learn to Eat Solid Foods—and That the Whole Family Will Enjoy
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
13. Trader Joe's Lightly Salted Crunchy Green Beans - 3 Pack
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Trader joe's lightly salted crunchy green beans - 3 pack
14. Real Baby Food: Easy, All-Natural Recipes for Your Baby and Toddler
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Real Baby Food Easy All Natural Recipes for Your Baby and Toddler
15. Dappi Waterproof 100% Nylon Diaper Pants, White, Small (2 Count)
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Small fits 14-19 poundsDurable waterproof nylonSoft spandex waist and leg openings provide maximum comfort2 pairs per packMachine washable
16. NUK First Essentials Kiddy Cutlery in Assorted Colors, 3-Piece Set, Colors may vary
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
NOTE: This is an assorted product; color and print advertised are subjected to vary.Rest Easy support keeps germs off utensils and mess off tableDurable stainless steel tipsSoft handles sized just right for toddler handsIncludes (1) fork, (1) spoon and (1) knife in assorted colors;Dishwasher-safe an...
17. Wilton Bite-Size Brownie Squares Silicone Mold, 24-Cavity
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Silicone mold allows for easy release and quick cleanupWithstands temperatures up to 500 degree F. Freezer, microwave, oven and dishwasher safePan dimensions: 13.25 inches x 8.25 inches (33.7 centimeter x 21 centimeter), Cavity size: 1.5 inches x .75 inches (3.8 centimeter x 1 centimeter)Lifetime li...
18. Nuby Spoons and Forks , Colors May Vary, 4 Count
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Bright, colorful forks and spoons that are perfectly sized for little handsComfortable for both left and right-handed babiesEasy Grip handles are helpful for little handsColors may vary. You will receive one of the following sets: Red & Blue with Purple & Green, Blue & Red with Yellow & Green, or Ye...
Food before 1 is just for fun! As long as they're still nursing or getting formula, then they're getting appropriate nutrition. Mashing and exploring it is part of the experience. I like the suggestions that others have said, about modeling and showing her how to eat. And it's possible she's just not ready or that interested in food right now. That might be why you felt like you were force feeding her.
That said, there are two things that are my favorite tools that help facilitate BLW. Food pouches let you still use purees, but let them be in charge of getting it to their mouth. You can put in yogurt, apple sauce, or any other puree that you would use. Mashed sweet potatoes and banana, carrots and apples are all easy. Squooshi Reusable Food Pouch | 8 Pack - G.O. Pattern | NEW LARGER SIZE! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HPD4V1Y/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_U5pGxbVBN2BSX
I also love the feeder that others have mentioned. I prefer the silicone as well, because it comes apart and can go through the dish washer. It's great for food that they've mashed while trying to eat it, while playing, or if I can't be sitting right there. Efbock Nipple Fresh Food Milk Nibbler Feeder Feeding Tool Safe Baby Supplies Toys 1set https://www.amazon.com/dp/B018EEFVK2/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_b8pGxb5BXXDRQ
Don't stress if she's not super interested. Better to wait until she shows interest than to force feed her and make her frustrated. There's nothing magical at 6 months... she might just need more time.
Things can get pretty messy, really fast. I personally like that my bird has his own tray, to squish, swish and play with his food in. I also don't feel like he is not at the table with us, he sits with us and we all eat at the same time so it feels very inclusive. That being said if you don't mind the certain mess all over your table and what not, I think it will be fine, but serious THE MESS!
We use Fisher-Price Booster Seat, Rainforest https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00CSAWINW/ref=cm_sw_r_udp_awd_U9L3tb0ED0G20QMQ
And we love it, it's easy, goes on any chair, great to take along and the best part about it...So easy to clean. Every other week I take it outside and hose it right off. Perfect. No worrying about taking things apart or small crevices. Seriously love it.
Good for you! Yay for being motivated and taking charge to improve your diet!! I'm not going to lie, it will be hard because cooking from scratch takes time. What helps is preparation: grocery lists, meal planning, even ingredient preparation ahead of time so that the actual cooking process is easier. However, do make sure that you do allow yourself and your family some allowances, especially when time gets tight. It's okay if your family has some pre-prepared foods and your baby gets steamed carrot sticks instead of what you are eating; in fact it's even okay if he gets purees. BLW is a fluid process and everything is situation- and baby-dependent. The most important thing is that he gets fed and gets the appropriate nutrition that he needs.
For resources, I am a fan of this book!, but check Amazon, they have a lot of good resources. For websites, I am a huge fan of Wholesome Baby Food, and skinnytaste. Skinnytaste is geared more towards adults and families with older children (who can chew), but you can go through her recipes and parse out the ones that would be appropriate for BLW at different ages. Additionally, skinnytaste does substitute a lot in order to lower calories, for example, low fat cottage cheese instead of full fat cottage cheese. If you use the recipes for your baby, you'll want to add the fat back in.
Good luck!
I pretty much followed his cues with silverware as well. We do spoonfeed some things like yogurt and oatmeal, when he we wants those and is willing to eat off a spoon. Sometimes he wants to try navigating a loaded spoon to his mouth, and we let him try that whenever he's interested. He does get annoyed with it sometimes, because he can't do it fast enough, so it's best to try when he is hungry, but not too hungry.
We also feed him off our own forks, especially at restaurants or friends' houses. He just started wanting to try a fork of his own recently (18 months), and does a pretty good job at stabbing things with the fork to load it, but seems to prefer then to pick the food off the fork, rather than bring it to his mouth. If I load the fork for him, he will successfully get it in his mouth, so I know he can do the whole thing, just apparently not in sequence.
We got him his own silverware set that's stubby and easy to hold.
Hi and welcome! I'd really suggest reading this book. It's more of an all-in approach but its a good starting point :) I feel confident after reading it and can give advice about most posts on this sub just based on basics laid out in the book. And based on personal experience it all makes sense. Good luck!
He watched us eating, he would get fussy while we cooked food and would sometimes reach for the food.
You definitely don't have to wait for these things though as long as your LO is able to sit well in the high chair. Just thought I'd mention it, because if I had known I would have started sooner with my guy.
My LO has done fantastic with BLW so far, he really enjoys meal time and has eaten literally everything we have offered. One thing I think that has really helped him get into it is to eat with us.
We got him this high chair.
https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B00IOGIM9S/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_t8dHAbJCKEBTK
He is able to sit at the table with us and it has been an absolute joy watching him eat, play and learn during meals!
Silicone ice cube trays or bite sized brownie moulds are great for smaller stuff like black beans. I have this one. The wells are the perfect size for a small baby portion, you can use a couple squares if baby eats more.
https://www.amazon.com/Wilton-Bite-Size-Brownie-Silicone-24-Cavity/dp/B001T4URXG/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=wilton+brownie+bite&qid=1567638440&s=gateway&sr=8-1
For larger things like sweet potato spears or baked pears spread them out on a cookie sheet, freeze then transfer to a freezer bag. If you put them directly in the freezer bag instead of doing the cookie sheet first they will all stick together :p
Like I said, I haven't read it yet myself, but I believe the book "Baby-Led Weaning: The Essential Guide to Introducing Solid Foods - and Helping Your Baby to Grow Up a Happy and Confident Eater" by Gill Rapley is considered to be the primary authority on the subject.
I have these ones, too, have for several years. I'm often too lazy to fill them up, but they work well and my kids love them.
If you buy refillable pouches, get a long-spouted cup to fill them with (like this ). Also, the dishwasher doesn't ever get them clean - I clean them with a bottle brush.
Yes! We love this book for great recipes and tips on how to get more complex: Baby Led Weaning Cookbook. There’s a lot of good vegetarian stuff in there.
I bought toddler sized plastic utensils.
I liked these when we first started out because the bend in the handle and the more curved fork were easier for him to use.
I can't find an online link, but the other set we use are made out of recycled plastic and look like adult utensils except they're smaller. My son is two and a half now and while he can use adult utensils with ease, he prefers to use the smaller toddler sized ones. I think they're more comfortable for him.
Our son did that too! He eventually figured it out tho and so will your son. He has to learn and figure out his gag reflexes. Thankfully when they’re little like this their gag reflex are so far forward they’ll spit a lot out. This book helped a lot:
Baby-Led Weaning: The Essential Guide to Introducing Solid Foods-and Helping Your Baby to Grow Up a Happy and Confident Eater https://www.amazon.com/dp/161519021X/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_OC0IDb966D480
The Baby Led Weaning Cookbook by Gill Rapley is the one I suggest to people. http://www.amazon.com/Baby-Led-Weaning-Cookbook-Recipes-Foodsand/dp/161519049X/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1453462832&sr=8-2&keywords=Baby+led+weaning
I think it's the best resource and has a good summary of food types, sizes, and concerns about things like salt intake.
You can find most of the information for BLW online. We love it! But, I do want to suggest the Hungry Monkey by Matthew Amster-Burton. It is not an instruction book or anything (although it does have recipes in it) but its a really fun read!
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https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0547336896
Have you tried Snapeas? Those could be good.
My daughter also loves these green beans.
For sure request the toddler meal.
Healthy Times Organic Baby Teethers, Apple & Sweet Potato | 6 Ingredient Teether Snack, Easily Dissolves Without a Mess | For Babies 6-12 Months | 1.7 oz Bag, 1 Count
Can you just slip a waterproof cover over them? Dappi makes super cheap diaper covers. (Warning, they run big, order a size or two down: Dappi Waterproof 100% Nylon Diaper Pants, 2 Pack, White, Small https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0035JL90S/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_kmbLAbKVH14HB)
If you do end up going with pouches, either reusable or store-bought, I highly recommend these pouch toppers to prevent your baby from squeezing the contents of the pouch all over the place.
I liked the Born to Eat book
I like the BLW cookbook - it explains the basics succinctly and provides recipe examples: http://www.amazon.com/The-Baby-Led-Weaning-Cookbook-Foods-ebook/dp/B00BSGE330/
Toast with avocado, coconut oil or hummus, cut in little squares
Roasted vegetables, usually broccoli or carrots.
Grape tomatoes, cut in half or quarter depending on size
Baked beans
Fried rice
Fruit
Just got some containers like these too, it's been making it easy to pack a small variety of stuff
Sistema Klip It Collection Small Split Food Storage Containers, 1.5 Cup each, Set of 3 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00NSJ88V8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_S4iAxbT17F2BP
I think this one is the standard BLW book!
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00440CUPA/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?ie=UTF8&btkr=1
We have been using these:
Sistema Klip It Multi-Use Food Storage Container Set, 14-Piece https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00NSJ88V8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_Q0U6CbPHQMDAA
We only send one meal right now as our daughter is almost 8 months old. I usually do fruit in one compartment and either baked egg, waffle, or toast in the other. We also use the round Take and Toss containers to send Cheerios so she can practice her pincer grasp.
I've never heard that before! Give him all the meats! My sons favorite thing to suck on/naw on was Pulled Pork!
Those little gums can do a lot, no need to wait for molars!
My MIL wasn't on board with BLW (or anything that I do LOL) so I got this book and let her read it.
https://www.amazon.com/Baby-Led-Weaning-Cookbook-Recipes-Foods_and/dp/161519049X
Sorry for the long link, but this is what worked for my 6 month old. I had to introduce him to a bottle because he wasn't breastfeeding correctly anymore and he hated the normal bottle so this is what we started with and then moved to a normal straw cup by 8 months. Munchkin Click Lock Weighted Straw Cup, 7 Ounce, Green https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00JQSITMI/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_c_api_i_0HqYCbE9RSTED