Introducing solid foods to your baby: when to start and how to do it right?

Introducing solid foods is a major milestone in a baby's life… and often a source of questions for parents.

At what age should we start introducing solid foods?
What foods should be introduced first?
How to avoid allergies?

🕒 At what age should we start introducing solid foods?

Pediatric recommendations generally indicate a start around 4 to 6 months, depending on the child's development.

Signs that baby is ready:

  • He holds his head straight

  • He shows interest in your plate

  • It opens its mouth when a spoon is brought near.

🥕 What foods should be introduced first?

We often start with:

  • Sweet vegetables (carrot, zucchini, sweet potato)

  • Cooked fruit (apple, pear)

  • Infant cereals

The introduction should be gradual, one food at a time.

🍼 Breastfeeding, bottle-feeding and weaning

Introducing solid foods does not immediately replace milk.
Milk (breast milk or infant formula) remains the main food until 1 year of age.

A suitable anti-colic bottle can continue to support the baby during this dietary transition, especially in the evening to avoid digestive discomfort.

The key: patience, observation and zero pressure.