What Shape & Size Should My Baby’s Food Be at First?

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Can babies really eat longer pieces of food by themselves? Yes! Even though you’re tempted to cut up your baby’s food really small, this can actually increase choking risk. In this episode we’re looking at the safest size of foods for early eaters.

SUMMARY OF EPISODE

In this episode, I’m covering:

• Why cutting up your baby’s food really small can actually increase choking risk…it feels weird but longer size spears and sticks of soft foods are actually safer for baby-led weaning

• Which foods can be made safe early on for baby-led weaning

• How to help your baby pick up and self-feed longer pieces of food shaped about the size of your adult pinky finger

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• Want to learn why you shouldn’t drip your baby’s food? Listen to Episode 133 - Don’t Drip Food: How to Pre-Portion for Baby-Led Weaning https://blwpodcast.com/episodes/133

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