[blparent] Starting Solids Tips?

[Dena Wainwright]

Just expect messes. We used to strip Elise down to her diaper. We timed the 
meal around her bath times, because she usually needed one after that. Keep 
in mind most of eating until 12 months of age is about exploration and 
sensory stimulation, not so much about nutritional intake. He's going to 
want to smere it all over his face, play with it with his hands, etc. I was 
told not to discourage this, because it is all part of learning for the 
baby. You can buy plastic bibs that can be easily washed and air dried. I 
prefer those to the fabric bibs, as they are easier to clean and can 
sometimes be used more than once, depending on how dirty they get. They have 
a pocket in the front, so that's also nice for catching some of the mess. We 
also used to put a plastic shower curtain or little tarp down under the high 
chair. That way, if she threw stuff on the ground, I could just gather up 
the tarp and wash it off. Not sure if your doctor told you this, but it's 
best to stick to a single grain at first to make sure he adjusts to it 
before bringing in anything else. I say this, because ome of the baby 
cereals have several grains in them.

Dena

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> Hello:
> I got the go ahead at Noah's pediatrician to start cereal once a day.
> I wanted to know if any of you had any tips for this exciting moment.
> What types of items should I purchase to make this situation less messy?
> Any other help is appreciated.
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