As a new parent, does planning, prepping, and cleaning up for just a few little bites leave you feeling worn out? Your baby's first bite starts with a few decisions: what to serve, how to prepare it, and where solids fit into your feeding routine. From first bites to everyday baby food prep, Grownsy is dedicated to making each feeding step feel a little easier. That's why we're teaming up with Auggie as the presenting partner to bring you Starting Solids 101: What Every Parent Needs to Know. This online panel offers practical, evidence-based guidance for parents beginning the solids journey.
From recognizing readiness signs to choosing safe first foods, our conversation connects feeding guidance with everyday preparation. Purées and baby-led weaning are both on the agenda, alongside baby food prep you can put into practice in your own kitchen.
Meet the Experts
To guide you through this journey, we've brought together top specialists in pediatric feeding and child health:
- Shira Sussi (Moderator) -- Pediatric Dietitian
- Kary Rappaport -- Pediatric Feeding & Swallowing Specialist (Solid Starts) with over 20 years of clinical experience
- Dr. Whitney Casares -- Board-certified Pediatrician & Founder of Modern Mommy Doc
Together, our panelists will combine clinical knowledge with real-world advice to help you make starting solids a safe, positive experience for both you and your baby.
What We'll Cover: From First Foods to Everyday Feeding
During this interactive session, our experts will guide you through every stage of starting solids:
- Readiness Signs: Age guidelines and key developmental milestones to look for before starting.
- Feeding Approaches: Comparing Purées, Baby-Led Weaning (BLW), or a hybrid approach to find what works for your family.
- Food Safety & Prep: How to safely prepare foods, navigate gagging vs. choking, and comfortably introduce common allergens.
- Everyday Routines: Managing portions, balancing solids with milk feeds, and handling food refusal or picky eating.
- Developmental Skills: Building chewing and self-feeding skills to foster a healthy, positive relationship with food.
Grownsy × Auggie
Through our activity with Auggie, we're bringing this conversation to you preparing for their baby's first bites. Auggie is a parenting community where families can access stage-specific guidance, expert content, and support. Inside the app, you can watch on-demand events, read tailored guides, and connect with parents navigating the exact same milestones. Ready to simplify your feeding routine?
Starting Solids 101: What Every Parent Needs to Know
RSVP through Auggie to join the conversation.
Explore More Baby Food Guides
While you wait for the event, check out our stage-by-stage resources to start mastering everyday baby food prep:
The Ultimate Guide to Making Homemade Baby Food
Homemade Baby Food for 4-6 Month Olds: Simple & Nutritious Recipes
Homemade Baby Food for 8--12 Months: Real Meals Begin
Homemade Baby Food for 6--8 Months: New Combos & Textures
Homemade Baby Food for 12+ Month Olds: Toddler Table Time
Baby First Food: 14 Easy, Iron-Rich Recipes for Starting Solids
Toddler Meals: Easy Recipes, Portion Sizes, Meal Plans, and Picky-Eater Tips
