A common misconception is that BLW Baby-Led Weaning) is a method in which you cannot give your baby purees or compotes. This is FALSE!
you can give your baby purees, compotes , and any other smooth textures you desire!
Baby-led weaning is a different approach to traditional weaning: we move away (without excluding them!) from traditional purees and baby food given by spoon, to allow the baby to discover food independently.
BLW BLW BLW a true philosophy of nutrition! Whether it's soft foods, chunks, or pre-filled spoons of purees or compotes, the baby brings each food to their mouth and is an active participant in their meal . Our role? To offer baby healthy foods adapted to their development.
How to present pureed and smooth textures?
Smooth textures such as purée, compote, spreads, hummus, etc., will be presented in carriers or pre-filled spoons . This allows Baby to enjoy these smooth textures while eating independently.
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Are the pieces safe for the baby?
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The fear of choking is the biggest concern for parents when it comes to BLW -Led Weaning). Just imagining our little one eating pieces of food is enough to make our hearts race! Rest assured , you will always offer foods with textures and sizes adapted to your baby's abilities. Studies also show that there is no greater risk of choking with traditional weaning than with BLW .
We often tend to confuse the feeling of suffocation with the famous gag or nausea reflex, which can sometimes be quite impressive.
Read our article to better understand " The difference between the gag reflex (retching) and choking ".
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