Summary

In this lesson, Kat and Sian discuss the essentials of starting solids, focusing on providing the right nutrients for your baby’s growth and development. They highlight the importance of iron, recommending both animal and plant-based sources like red meat, lentils, and tofu. Pairing these with vitamin C-rich foods, like oranges or capsicum, helps enhance iron absorption. Solids should complement breastmilk or formula, not replace them, with milk remaining the primary source of nutrition until 12 months. Kat and Sian suggest introducing solids gradually, based on your baby’s cues, and ensuring they receive a variety of key nutrients as they develop.