"But in those early days of solids, I dreaded mealtimes - he was the messiest eater alive, and a marinara hair mask was not part of my parenting vision. I say this because I get it, and I commiserate with anyone about to embark on the baby-led weaning (BLW) journey. But fear not! OXO Tot has an entire line of BLW-specific products, so there's a good chance your sanity will actually survive."
"Before we dive into the gear, here's a quick overview of what BLW actually is: It's simply a way of introducing solids that lets your baby take the lead. Instead of spoon-feeding purees, they grab, chew, and learn to feed themselves. (This is where your patience gets tested.) To master biting and chewing, babies need lots of practice with real food, which makes BLW great for oral-motor development and hand-eye coordination."
Baby-led weaning (BLW) lets infants feed themselves, promoting biting, chewing, hand-eye coordination, and oral-motor development. BLW integrates babies into family meals to increase social interaction and broad flavor exposure without making separate meals. Typical readiness appears around six months, indicated by sitting independently, reaching for food, bringing hands to mouth, and stable head control. Practical tools simplify BLW and reduce mess; examples include grape cutters that quarter small fruits and crinkle cutters that add grip to slippery foods. Durable, purpose-built products withstand drops and splats, helping caregivers maintain sanity during the messy early feeding stages.
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