and on cereal, but don’t offer it as a drink until 12 months. Compared to breastmilk and formula, it’s too low in fat, calories and nutrients for your growing baby’s needs.Undercooked eggsHard-boiled or well-cooked eggs are safe from six months, but to avoid

development later on.How much food should my baby be eating?During the first couple of months of weaning, you should look on the solids your baby eats as a bonus to the milk he’s taking, rather than a truly balanced diet. Do, of course, introduce as many

Baby Bjorn Baby's First CupBright and distinctive to look at, this open cup will encourage little ones to drink just like mum and dad, plus its sturdy base will lessen the risks of knocks.Baby Bjorn Baby's First Cup, £7.95, available at Kiddicare.

Weaning - the basicsIf your baby is approaching her 6-month birthday, you'll be thinking about starting the weaning process. But where do you begin?Weaning your little one from milk to pureed and baby food can be a challenging transition, however

indicate that your baby is ready for solids, but equally, could just be another developmental stage.To add to the confusion, recent research has challenged the Government guidelines that we should be waiting until six months to wean, suggesting that in fact

back into the freezer. You can store them there for around three months, just defrosting as many cubes as you need for each meal.A little shortcutRemember, not all veggies need to be cooked from fresh. Tinned and frozen varieties are also suitable

From constipation to choking to allergies, there’s a lot to worry about when you’re weaning your baby. And with new research suggesting that, contrary to the official Department of Health advice to wait until six months, it’s safe to introduce food

months old, the only milk that your baby should be drinking is breastmilk or formula. Cow’s milk doesn’t contain the right levels of fat or nutrients for growing babies, and isn’t suitable as a drink until he’s one, although you can start using

specific advice on introducing lumps before 10 months. Capitalising on this window of opportunity is likely to lead to less fussiness later down the line, experts believe. Learning to eat lumps also helps your baby master the art of chewing her food, rather

Bowls for weaningIf your baby is venturing into the wonderful world of solid foods, it's best to be prepared! Once you've sorted out your weaning spoons, ticked everything off the list you need for introducing solids, plus checked out all you need to know about weaning (and beyon...