The UK Government, in line with the WHO recommendations, now advises parents to introduce solids into their baby's diet at around six months. At six months old, most babies have strong necks and can sit up if they are supported. Their hand-eye coordination has developed to the extent that they can reach out and start to grasp food and grip it in their palms.
Baby-led weaning: means letting your baby feed herself. The following points are good guidelines for when to start weaning:
* Baby can hold her head up
* Sits well when supported
* Makes chewing motions
* Baby has gained a health weight
* Displays curiosity about what you're eating.
Baby-led weaning can most definately be combined with traditional weaning.