Baby Leads the Way: An Evidence-Based Guide to Introducing Solid Foods by Julie Laux

Confidently navigate starting solids with this step-by-step guide from the American Academy of Pediatrics. Written by experts at 101 before one, Baby Leads the Way provides a practical, research-backed approach to safely introducing solid food to your baby. As parents themselves, the authors understand the overwhelming and often contradictory advice available, and offer a simple framework to empower families on this journey. Give your child the best start with solid foods and set them up for a lifetime of adventurous eating. Inside, you'll learn how to: Teach your baby to self-feed from the start Foster intuitive eating skills Optimize baby’s nutrition by creating balanced meals Introduce allergens early and often to reduce the likelihood of food allergies If you're ready to introduce a wide variety of nutritious foods through family meals before baby turns one, let's dive in!