A question about baby led weaning, or introducing solid foods..?

[just me..]

I have resumed work now, my baby is 5.5months old. So far, we have started solids and are feeding her pureed stuff. She doesn't have any teeth yet.

- If I am to give her food to hold and 'explore' and 'chew', will it go well with her system?
- Can I give her table food - what I am eating is what I give her to try??
- Is wheat bread okay too? I just cut a piece and hand it to her?

- Should I instruct my nanny to allow the baby to eat on her own now??????? How will it work.

Thanks, God bless!!!

 

[Debbie]

She is far too young for table food.
Due to the sugar and salt content.

She is still young and you should not be rushing it.
One thing needs to be introduced at a time, to check for allergies.

No, she can't feed her self now.
No, to the bread either.

If your Nanny does not know any thing about feeding a baby.
Then she's not a very good Nanny!

A lot of babies don't start solids untill 6 months, unless there are medical reasons.
Milk should still be the biggest part of her diet.

 

[Diet C]

Yes to all of the above.

These sites are useful, particularly the first one: http://www.borstvoeding.com/voedselintroductie/blw/engels.html
http://babyledweaning.blogware.com/