Wean in 15: Up-to-date Advice and 100 Quick Recipes

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Written in partnership with infant nutritionist Charlotte Stirling-Reed, parents can also find weaning guidance to help get their little one started on solid foods, plus advice on introducing new flavours and overcoming fussy eating. All the reliable information you need to wean your baby from first foods to enjoying family mealtimes.

vp: Well, first, let’s talk about the goal here. The goal of weaning is to help your baby develop a healthy relationship with food. Whether you're a first-time parent or not, Wean in 15 guides you towards getting the best for your little one, from figuring out when to start weaning and how much food your child needs, to adapting your own meals for your child. Joe knows how difficult it can be to manage your time, so he also shows you how to prep like a boss with shopping lists and freezable items.Parents should also be getting the whole family involved in mealtimes – even if it’s just adding some finishing touches to a dish, like a few berries on top of some porridge. These little things are so important, as they enable kids to connect with the food in a positive way. Blend together the banana, eggs, oats, desiccated coconut and baking powder until perfectly smooth. So it’s definitely more of a journey and process that builds a healthy relationship with food and a great diet.

Variety is important too, so you want your baby to be open to a wide variety of nutritious foods. Babies need to develop their palate. Breastmilk or formula is smooth and sweet. So introducing other foods will be a new experience. Think about the different textures and tastes. So some of these include basic things like chewing, swallowing and handling food with fingers and utensils. Others are a little more complex, like having scheduled meal times during the day. Add the coconut milk and squash to the pan and continue cooking for 8-10 minutes or until the squash is cooked through. Stir in the lime juice, spring onions and coriander. Cook for a further 2-3 minutes to allow the flavours to meld together. Remove the bay leaf and thyme sprigs before serving. Serve with Rice. kk: Don’t most babies get most of their nutrients from breast milk or formula during the first year? But as you introduce solid foods, the goal is to just become familiar with the new tastes and textures. The more daring, the better.You’re still offering breast milk or formula, the same amount as before, actually. This will be the primary source of nutrition.