Baby-Led Weaning Books for Parents
Ready to ditch the purées and embrace the joy (and chaos) of self-feeding? Baby-led weaning is more than just a feeding method, it’s a philosophy that turns mealtimes into mini adventures in independence, exploration, and adorable food-smushed faces. Whether you’re a first-time parent or just looking to level up your little one’s high-chair experience, the right guide can make all the difference. From nutritionist-approved meal plans to sanity-saving tips on gagging vs. choking (yes, there’s a difference!), we’ve rounded up the top baby-led weaning books every parent should have on hand.
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Add to BookshelfFeeding Tiny Bellies
by Lily Payen
Lily Payen, the mama behind the popular baby-led weaning website Feeding Tiny Bellies, knows how challenging it can be to start feeding solids to your baby. Through trial and error — and two more babies — Lily figured out what worked and what didn’t. She created her website and now this cookbook to help other parents and caregivers make meals they can feel confident about serving to their little ones. Lily guides you through the weaning journey, addressing the most commonly asked questions and providing advice for parents of picky eaters, children with allergies, and more. This book is your one-stop shop for creating delicious recipes that the whole family will love.
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Solid Starts for Babies
by Solid Starts
The definitive guide to introducing real food to babies — from the pediatric feeding professionals at Solid Starts, trusted by millions. This research-backed book debunks the myth that baby food is necessary and shows how babies can eat real food safely from day one. Learn how early exposure builds a baby’s palate, why purees aren’t required, and how self-feeding supports development. Packed with tips on safety, allergens, and family meals, it’s a go-to guide for confident, joyful feeding.
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Feeding Littles and Beyond
by Ali Maffucci, Megan McNamee, MPH, RDN and Judy Delaware, OTR/L, CLC
From the experts at Feeding Littles and bestselling author Ali Maffucci, this joyful, accessible cookbook makes baby-led weaning simple and stress-free. Learn how babies can safely self-feed, explore food, and build healthy habits from the start. With 100+ easy, nutritious recipes and tips for picky eaters, allergies, meal prep, and dining out, this guide supports the whole family. It’s time to bring fun back to the table, one bite at a time.
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The Pediatrician’s Guide to Feeding Babies and Toddlers
by Anthony Porto, M.D. and Dina DiMaggio, M.D.
A comprehensive guide to feeding babies and toddlers, written by pediatric experts who are also parents. The Pediatrician’s Guide to Feeding Babies and Toddlers takes the guesswork out of mealtime with practical, easy-to-follow advice on nutrition, medical concerns, and common parenting challenges. Backed by the latest guidelines, it includes recipes, real parenting stories, and expert tips so you can approach feeding with confidence and focus on enjoying your growing family.
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Weaning
by Annabel Karmel
From the world’s leading expert and bestselling author on baby and children’s food and nutrition, Annabel Karmel, comes the ultimate guide to starting children on solids. Covering essential details, such as types of spoons, portion sizes, and the best feeding times, as well as bigger topics like when to begin and allergy advice, Weaning provides all the fundamentals parents need. It also includes thirty new healthy, delicious recipes and twenty simple purée recipes to get started.
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Feeding Littles Lunches
by Megan McNamee, MPH, RDN and Judy Delaware, OTR/L, CLC
From the bestselling authors of Feeding Littles and Beyond comes 75+ simple, delicious ideas for school lunches and snacks. Megan McNamee and Judy Delaware provide quick, balanced lunch ideas that are easy for kids of all ages to eat. Each idea is allergen-friendly, with tips for picky eaters, vegetarian swaps, and visual reminders for easy lunch packing. This is not a recipe book but an inspiring guide to fun, nutritious lunches your child will love.
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What to Feed Your Baby and Toddler
by Nicole M. Avena, PhD
Dive into this easy-to-follow manual for feeding babies from six to 24 months, with 60 simple, delicious recipes. Dr. Nicole M. Avena, a world-renowned neuroscientist and nutrition expert, presents a month-by-month guide on what foods to incorporate and avoid. This essential resource answers questions on picky eaters, food allergies, diversifying a baby’s appetite, eating out, daycare feeding, and food safety. It includes easy meal plans and baby-friendly, nutrient-rich recipes to support your baby’s development.
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The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Feeding Your Baby And Toddler
by Elizabeth M. Ward M.S., R.D.
Packed with recipes to help wean babies onto solid foods, this guide teaches parents what to feed toddlers and how to prepare it. It includes advice on nutrition, brain development, and ensuring toddlers get the right amount of food. Solutions are provided for children who refuse vegetables, fruit, meat, or dairy, and features over 200 recipes with a special section for vegetarian families.
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