Are you feeling overwhelmed by the never-ending laundry pile now that your little one has started eating solid foods? Don't worry, we've got some feeding tips that will help cut down on your housework and make this exciting new culinary journey a little less messy for both you and your baby! 

As babies begin to explore new tastes, textures, and smells with their newfound love of solid foods, it can often lead to an explosion of messes in your home. But fear not! With these helpful tips for feeding time, you can minimize the chaos and keep things clean while still allowing your baby to enjoy all the delicious new flavours available to them.

 

Baby Led Weaning time can indeed get messy when introducing solid foods to babies.

Here are some tips to make baby food time less messy:

1. Use a bib: Invest in a good quality bib that covers your baby's chest and shoulders. It will help catch most of the spills and stains.
2. Highchair with a tray: Opt for a highchair with a removable tray. This will give your baby a designated space for eating, and you can easily remove the tray to clean up after the meal.
3. Start with small portions: Begin by offering small portions of food to your baby. This reduces the chances of excessive spills and messes.
4. Slow introduction of new foods: Introduce new foods gradually and one at a time. This way, you can observe any potential allergic reactions and focus on cleaning up after a single food instead of multiple mixtures.
5. Use suction-based bowls or plates: Suction-based bowls or plates that stick to the highchair tray can be helpful. They prevent your baby from knocking over their food and minimize messes.
6. Serve thicker consistency foods: Initially, opt for thicker consistency foods like mashed or pureed vegetables, fruits, or cereals. They are less likely to drip or spill compared to runny liquids.
7. Offer finger foods: As your baby progresses and starts self-feeding, introduce age-appropriate finger foods. These can be less messy as they allow your baby to practice hand-eye coordination while eating.
8. Use appropriate utensils: Choose baby spoons that are soft and gentle on your baby's gums. They are designed to hold smaller amounts of food and make feeding easier.
9. Be prepared with wipes or a damp cloth: Keep wipes or a damp cloth nearby to quickly clean your baby's face, hands, and the surrounding area during and after the meal.
10. Stay calm and patient: Babies are naturally curious and may play with their food as they explore new tastes and textures. Stay patient and encourage their curiosity while gently guiding them towards proper eating habits.

Remember that messes are a natural part of the learning process for babies, so don't stress too much about it. Embrace the mess and enjoy this stage of your baby's development.

 

Looking for some Baby Playmats? We have just the range!

Grace & Maggie

Online store - Open 24 hours

0403 230 610

[email protected]

PO Box 2852, Cheltenham, VIC 3192

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia