Starting Solids at 6 Months: The Complete First-Foods Plan

Introducing solids is an exciting step. Choose iron-rich, easy-to-digest foods and keep the experience relaxed.

Top first-food picks

1. Pureed sweet potato
2. Mashed avocado
3. Iron-fortified baby cereal

Introducing allergens safely

Offer soft peanut spread or scrambled egg yolk within the first weeks after solids start, unless your baby has a known risk for severe allergies.

A balanced schedule

Try 1-2 tablespoons of solids after milk feeds at first, then gradually build to more texture and variety as your baby shows interest.