The development of baby's taste buds

For the first few months of life, a baby is fed with breast milk or formula. We can say that their taste buds are very limited. Traditional weaning and BLW (Breast Milk Weaning) will help develop this wide range of tastes! Discovering taste: Did you know? Discovering taste begins well before weaning […]

Fine motor skills and baby in BLW

Fine motor skills can also be developed using games adapted to the baby's development!

As time goes by, your baby will grow. And at such an incredible speed, you won't even notice. They'll be able to sit up on their own, stand up, and then take their first steps in the blink of an eye… Fine motor skills are also part of your baby's development and are important […]

Why is it important to cook good meals for your baby?

This is a crucial and important question to ask. Why is it better to cook delicious meals made with love rather than buying ready-made meals at the supermarket? Here are, in our opinion, the many advantages of preparing baby food at home! You already know this…

Foods that pose a risk for babies during BLW (and how to offer them safely)

Discovering new foods is a real adventure for baby 🤍 Textures, tastes, shapes… everything is new. But this exploration phase also requires a little vigilance, as some foods can pose risks. 👉 Don't panic: it's not about forbidding, but about understanding and adapting. In BLW Baby-Led Weaning), it's not the food itself that's the problem […]

Can purees be offered to babies on a BLW ?

A common misconception is that BLW Baby-Led Weaning) is a method in which you can't give your baby purees or compotes. The answer is FALSE! You can absolutely give your baby purees, compotes, and any other smooth textures you desire! Baby-led weaning is an approach […]

Allergens

There are currently 14 major allergens. These must be listed in bold in the ingredients of processed foods. Therefore, be sure to check the labels for these allergens: gluten (wheat, rye, barley, oats, spelt), crustaceans, eggs, peanuts, fish, soy, milk, nuts (almonds, etc.)

I started purees at 4 months. Can I start BLW ?

This is probably one of the most frequently asked questions when discovering BLW a little later: “I started purees at 4 months… did I miss something?” “Is it too late?” “Can I still offer finger foods?” And let us reassure you right away: 👉 no, you […]

When to start BLW ? Signs that baby is ready

When should you start feeding your baby? This is undoubtedly one of the most common questions parents ask when introducing solid foods. Between advice from family and friends, differing opinions, and information found everywhere, it's not always easy to know what to do

Safety rules

From 6 months old, babies have all the skills to start eating solid foods. However, certain rules should be followed to ensure a safe meal. 1. The correct position: Baby's position is essential for their safety during meals. It is crucial to have a suitable high chair so that baby can […]

What is BLW ?

Baby-led weaning is a different approach from traditional weaning: we move away from traditional purees and spoon-fed baby food, allowing babies to discover foods independently. In traditional weaning, the transition from milk to solid foods is usually made with textures […]

Baby doesn't have any teeth yet: can we start weaning?

This is a question that comes up very often when discussing baby-led weaning: “My baby doesn’t have any teeth yet. Can he really eat finger foods?” And the answer is: yes! Many parents wait for the first teeth to appear before daring to offer finger foods. However, teeth are not […]

Starting purees at 4 months and wanting to start BLW at 6 months is perfectly possible. Or perhaps you're wondering how to combine breast milk/infant formula and BLW .

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