Baby
Starting Baby on Solids Checklist
Time to start baby on real food? Get the scoop on what you need to make the transition from breastmilk or formula to solid foods.
Essentials
| High Chair | You'll need to find a good high chair for your toddler to sit in while eating. | ||
| Sippy Cups (3-5) | Your burgeoning foodie will need a more advanced way to drink her milk. | ||
| Toddler Plate, Cup, and Bowl | When your baby is ready to start wielding spoon and fork on her own, she'll need something to eat those new foods from. | ||
| Toddler Fork and Spoon | Learning finger dexterity is an exciting time for babies. Eating with cutlery is yet another step away toward toddlerhood! | ||
Recommended
| Placemats and Drop Cloths |
While your baby is learning to eat, she's also learning about ... gravity. Investing in placemats and drop cloths can save you time cleaning after meals. |
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| Bibs (3-5) | Babies are notoriously messy eaters! Stock up on bibs to keep clothes from getting soiled. |
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Niceties
| Snack-Trap Cups | Great for on-the-go eating, these snack cups let your baby's little fingers in to reach food without letting the Cheerios spill out! |
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| Transitional Spouts | Too old for a bottle, too young for a sippy cup? Try these handy in-between attachments (some fit right on your bottles). |
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| Blender or Food Processor |
Feeling ambitious? You can make your own baby food right at home with leftover fruits and vegetables. |
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| Freezer Bags and Storage Containers |
When making your own baby food, use these for storage. |
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