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Essential guide for starting weaning

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Complete list to get you through weaning , whether you’re starting with purées or BLW. My daughter had a great start to weaning and is a great eater now, not fussy at all and uses her cutlery well. These products are truly tried and tested and help...
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My favourite weaning products

Simple but tried and tested products that work
 
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The best bibs! Machine washable and adjustable. Also great cutlery, cups, plates and teething products too. MUMSONTHEMAP for 15% off #aff
Bibado bibs - adjustable and machine washable
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Does what it says on the tin - especially great for BLW
Catchy mat tailored for all high chairs
 
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For mess-free weaning
Munchkin suction plates
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The best high chair - easy to clean, lightweight
ANTILOP high chair from IKEA
 
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Valve free bottles to teach little ones to drink by themselves
Tum Tum bottles
 
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Great cutlery to use once weaning is established - short chunky handles that are easy for little ones to grasp
Munchkin toddler utensils

Extra tools for weaning

Useful websites and links to make your weaning journey easier and safer
 
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Perfect for understanding how to offer food at different ages
Solid Starts app / website
 
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Great recipes and tips in her books and Instagram pages
Annabel Karmel - recipe book and Instagram page
 
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Online first aid course to give you some reassurance before starting weaning
St John Ambulance First Aid Training
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For making sweet or savoury BLW friendly muffins
Silicone Molds
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Just trust me on this one! Great to have on hand , in the changing bag when out and about, for when baby wipes those lovely food covered hands all over you!
M&S stain removal wipes
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Food prep for weaning

Great to have to prep weaning dishes
 
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Stainless steel steamer for steaming veg - best way to cook veg for them as keeps all nutrients in taxt
Universal Stainless Steel Steamer
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Great blender if you want to start with purées - just steam veg and then blend in this . Also great that it’s glass so no risk of microplastics
Tommee Tippee Quick Chop Food Blender