The Ultimate Guide to Baby’s First Foods Im starting solids with Summer right now. She is 6 months old and I waited until she is able to sit upright on a chair. Here’s how to introduce nutrient-dense foods AND common allergens the right way! Using the 3-5 Rule - every 3-5 days you introduce a new food. During those 3 days only feed them the food listed, then try the next food after 3-5 foods. Navigating baby’s first bites can feel overwhelming, but this step-by-step schedule makes it easy. It includes what to introduce, when to introduce it, and how to serve it—plus, a safe plan for early allergen exposure to help reduce food allergy risks! When to start solids: personally I am starting at 6 months because this is when my child is able to sit upright in a chair. 🍎 Why these specific foods? ✔ Nutrient-dense first foods (iron-rich, healthy fats, & fiber) ✔ Major allergens introduced early & safely ✔ How to serve each food (pureed, mashed, soft solids) 🍼 Top Allergens in This Schedule: ✅ Eggs (Egg yolk & whites) ✅ Peanuts (Thinned peanut butter) ✅ Dairy (Full-fat yogurt & cheese) ✅ Tree Nuts (Thinned almond & cashew butter) ✅ Wheat (Whole wheat bread) ✅ Soy (Soft tofu) ✅ Fish (Salmon) ✅ Shellfish (Shrimp) ✅ Sesame (Hummus/tahini) 👶 How to introduce allergens safely: ✔ Introduce one allergen at a time (wait 3-5 days before introducing another) ✔ Start with a small amount & observe for any reaction ✔ Serve allergens in safe textures (thinned, mashed, or blended for easy swallowing) ✔ Continue offering them regularly to maintain exposure 💡 Why early introduction matters: Research shows that introducing allergens between 4-11 months may help lower the risk of developing food allergies later in life! 💬 What was the first food you gave your baby? Have you started allergen introduction yet? Let me know in the comments! ⬇️ 📌 Save this post for later & share it with parents starting solids! #BabyLedWeaning #StartingSolids #FoodAllergies #BLW #FirstFoods #IntroducingAllergens #MomLife #BabyFeeding #NewMomTips