5. Is Baby Led Weaning better than Spoon Feeding?

In this episode, Rinie and Sanchita discuss the different approaches when it comes to starting solids. The pros and cons, do you have to follow one way, what are the fears that parents have when following baby led weaning and tips to transition to this approach whenever your ready. After this episode, you will be confident to give self-feeding a go with your child.

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[Blog] Is Baby Led Weaning better than Spoon Feeding?

🎯 What You’ll Learn

✅ Different approaches to starting solids: Baby Led Weaning vs. Traditional methods
✅ The pros and cons of each feeding style
✅ Common fears parents have about Baby Led Weaning and how to overcome them
✅ Practical tips for transitioning to self-feeding with confidence
✅ How to create a positive mealtime environment for your child
✅ Key signs that your child is ready for self-feeding

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📌 Episode Chapters

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00:00 Welcome

04:26 What is baby led weaning?

05:34 Our experience when starting solids

09:29 Is baby led weaning a trend?

12:40 What is the best approach when starting solids?

16:14 Choking risks and safe finger foods

19:46 Do babies need teeth to chew

21:51 Why are purees so popular?

22:48 How to handle the mess

24:39 How to transition to baby led weaning

27:03 What if my child doesn’t eat much with self feeding

33:40 Top three tips for baby led weaning

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