If you’ve ever left the pediatrician’s office thinking, “Okay…but what do I actually feed my baby and how do I do it safely?” — you’re not alone. MOST moms feel overwhelmed and unsure when it’s time to start solids.
I’m Cassie, a Speech-Language Pathologist, infant feeding expert, and mom. I help moms cut through the noise, avoid unsafe advice online, and finally feel confident feeding their babies.
This is the time to be helping your child develop their motor skills to get the ready for that first bite. Be patient. They should only be drinking milk or formula at this point, but they will be ready for food before you know it.
It's go time baby! After getting the okay from your child's pediatrician and ensuring they meet all prerequisites for eating, they are ready for their first bite of food!
Go baby go! They are off to the races trying new foods and progressing through textures safely.
Just like the Hungry Caterpillar, your little one is munching and crunching their way through many foods now! This is when the infamous picky eating may show up, but don't fear. For many toddlers, this is a passing phase. There are many things you can do to support their palate.
By now, your kiddo can eat just about anything. Continue supporting them by offering a variety of healthy foods and model a healthy relationship with food.

I'm a Speech-Language Pathologist, Feeding, Speech, & Language Expert, and a mom of two, so I know first-hand how important mealtimes are for your entire family.
I created My Happy Littles to cut through the noise and give parents simple evidence-based steps to feeding their little ones. Let's help set your child up for a life-long healthy relationship with food from the first bite-together.
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April 28, 2026•5 min read