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Episode 12: Starting Solids Part 1: 4–6 Months, Preparation and What Babies Really Need

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Nutrition for the Early Years
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Mar 16, 2026
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Send us Fan Mail Starting Solids: What to Know Before You BeginIn this foundational episode of Nutrition for the Early Years, I walk you through the stage before starting solids—because introducing food is about more than just the first bite. If your baby is approaching the 4–6 month window, or you want to feel more confident before starting solids, this episode is for you. I break down what readiness actually looks like, how nutrition needs begin to change in infancy, and how I think through...