Baby-Led Weaning Meal Plan for a 6-Month-Old Baby Starting Solids

Ingredients:

• 1 ripe avocado

Instructions:

Wash the avocado thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt or bacteria. Cut the avocado in half lengthwise around the pit. Remove the pit carefully. Slice each half into thick wedges, about the width and length of an adult finger, making it easy for your baby to grasp. Optional: Leave a small portion of the peel at the base of each slice to provide a non-slip grip for your baby (ensure the peel does not go into their mouth).

Potential Allergens:

Avocado is generally not a common allergen, but monitor your baby for any adverse reactions when introducing any new food.

Choking Hazard Warnings:

Ensure the avocado is ripe and soft enough to mash easily between your fingers. Remove any hard parts or pieces of peel before your baby eats.

Ingredients:

• 1 large carrot

Instructions:

Wash and peel the carrot thoroughly. Cut the carrot into sticks approximately the size of an adult finger. Steam the carrot sticks until they are very soft (should easily be mashed between your fingers). Cool the carrots to a safe temperature before serving.

Potential Allergens:

Carrots are not common allergens.

Choking Hazard Warnings:

Ensure the carrot sticks are soft all the way through to prevent choking. Avoid offering raw or hard carrots to your baby.

Ingredients:

• 1 ripe banana

Instructions:

Peel the banana completely. Cut the banana into thirds. Split each third into spears by gently pressing your finger into the center, which will naturally divide it into three long pieces. Offer the larger spears to your baby for easier grasping.

Potential Allergens:

Bananas are generally safe but always watch for any unusual reactions.

Choking Hazard Warnings:

Use ripe bananas that are soft and easily mashable. Monitor your baby to ensure they handle the texture without difficulty.

Ingredients:

• 1 large egg

Instructions:

Crack the egg into a bowl and beat it well. Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat. You can lightly grease it with a tiny amount of oil or butter if necessary. Pour the beaten egg into the pan, creating a thin layer. Cook until the egg is set on one side, then flip to cook the other side thoroughly. Transfer the omelet to a plate and let it cool. Cut the cooled omelet into strips about the width of your finger.

Potential Allergens:

Eggs are a common allergen. Introduce them carefully and watch for any signs of an allergic reaction, such as rash, hives, or breathing difficulties.

Choking Hazard Warnings:

Ensure the omelet is fully cooked and soft. Cut into appropriate sizes to reduce choking risks.

Ingredients:

• Several broccoli florets

Instructions:

Wash the broccoli thoroughly under running water. Cut the broccoli into large florets with enough stem to serve as a handle. Steam the florets until they are very tender (they should mash easily between your fingers). Allow the broccoli to cool before serving to your baby.

Potential Allergens:

Broccoli is not a common allergen.

Choking Hazard Warnings:

Make sure the broccoli is soft throughout. Remove any tough stems or fibrous parts that could pose a choking hazard.

Ingredients:

• 1 medium sweet potato

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Wash and peel the sweet potato. Cut the sweet potato into thick wedges or sticks, about the size of an adult finger. Place the wedges on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the wedges are very soft (they should easily mash between your fingers). Cool the sweet potato wedges to a safe temperature before offering them to your baby.

Potential Allergens:

Sweet potatoes are not common allergens.

Choking Hazard Warnings:

Ensure the wedges are thoroughly cooked and soft. Check for any hard edges or skins that could be a choking hazard.

Ingredients:

• 1 ripe pear

Instructions:

Wash the pear thoroughly under running water. Peel the skin off the pear. Cut the pear into thick slices or wedges about the size of an adult finger. Steam the pear slices until they are very soft (should easily mash between your fingers). Allow the pear slices to cool to a safe temperature before serving.

Potential Allergens:

Pears are not common allergens.

Choking Hazard Warnings:

Ensure the pear slices are soft all the way through. Remove any hard pieces or seeds that could pose a choking hazard.