Is Your Baby Ready for Solid Foods?

Your baby will give you a sign when he or she is ready to start trying solid foods.

• He or she can keep his or her head steady and upright.

• Your baby has stopped using his or her tongue to push food out of his or her mouth.

• Baby can sit upright well when supported.

• Your baby has learned to swallow efficiently.

• There has been significant weight gain.

• Your baby has a bigger appetite.

• Your baby shows interest in what others are eating.