Baby Led Weaning 👶🏼✨ Everything You Need To Know: First Foods, Tips, Must Haves, and Why I LOVE!

[@caitlynclemens]

I need meal ideas!! Maybe three separate videos “one week of breakfasts, one week of lunches, one week of dinners” so we can get a couple different ideas? 🥰

[@anncathrin4727]

Agree!

[@fernandasoares576]

Yesssss

[@jessicagonzalez4001]

Yesssss!! I struggle everyday with this

[@walquirp13]

Yes please!

[@RG-nb3dz]

I cry every time I watch your videos. I can't imagine how resilient and loving you must be. You are my inspiration as a FTM. Every time I feel mad and overwhelmed with my baby, I just think about you and Arrow and all my anger is immediately replaced with love. Thank you so much Brittany

[@lizg6084]

Yes! I couldn’t agree more.

[@ImGeneralJAckson]

I've been doing baby-led weeding now for a month and a half in this video still was really helpful! Thanks. One thing that makes baby led weaning way easier is having a dog. Instant floor clean up

[@CeceLiciousBooks]

I don't have a baby, I'm not pregnant and I don't think it will happen for at least 10 more years. But here I am watching a half an hour video about how to feed a baby 😂

[@Missmissie5683]

was just about to type the same exact thing 😂

[@jessicamansfield3273]

My babe will be 6m next week! We’re about to start BLW, I needed this lol

[@redj936]

How did it go?

[@jessicamansfield3273]

@@redj936 it went great! Glad I did it. I’d definitely recommend a infant cpr & choking class. I went into without that & I was constantly worried my daughter was gonna choke.

[@mikat2782]

Started BLW cause we saw you doing it with Arrow, and we love it! It’s a lot of fun sitting at the table together and enjoying our food together

[@jacquelineboswell2290]

Love this! I would love a video about cutting and preparing food for baby led weaning. Arrow is a lucky little lady to have such a good mom that is so passionate!

[@sarahhanson4183]

The solid starts app has pictures of how to cut/prepare food based on age! It’s really helpful.

[@jacquelineboswell2290]

@@sarahhanson4183 I actually have a few books for this but love watching videos about it.

[@lindseylogan7989]

Loved how you talked about not adding your opinion on if the food is tasty or not but instead using describing words about the colors and textures!

[@danamm1674]

Love this! My daughter (6mo) had a reaction to peanuts recently and the doctor recommended liquid Reactine rather than Benedryl because of the side effects (sleepiness can look like lethargy) - just an extra option in case of emergency!

[@raewynne7870]

Thank you for the myths facts part. I started my son on purees at 5 months because he is so interested in food and I felt bad eating in front of him. He LOVES IT. he's so much more satisfied right now. I hand make all my purees as simple as possible. When he's 6 months we are starting blw and ill supplement purees IF he needs it. It drives me nuts when people say "you can't do.... if you do...." we have to do what works for us! Thank you for advocating for doing what works for you and your baby!!!! ❤❤❤

[@nourhudaf.3207]

My baby turned 6 months in May and we've been doing BLW for a little over a month now and we're absolutely loving it. I actually first heard of it through you and was excited to try it. My mom always watches videos of baby eating and is like "ah the mess. You got so much cleaning up to do" and I honestly don't mind it. I dare say I love the mess. I enjoy it as much as my baby does and as long as he's having fun, that's what's important to me. So far he's loved all foods and meals I've given him and always make sure seasoning is on point (minus the salt). So happy you made this video, I always follow your stories to get meal inspo!

[@iyanac]

Early in the morning with a new one!!! Gotta love the consistency

[@brittanybalyn]

💜

[@whitney3258]

We love blw! My daughter is 9 months & it's been such a great experience. I LOVE watching her eat, it's honestly some of my favorite parts of the day. Yes, it's really messy. My baby eats in a diaper & bib 95% of the time lol. Also be prepared for it to make other ppl uncomfortable/nervous. It doesn't bother me but I can understand how it could be discouraging for others, especially first time parents. Also prepping is great way to not feel overwhelmed. I steam veggies on say Sunday & then she can eat those for next cpl of days. Frozen & can veggies are totally OK! They are just as healthy for baby! Oh & I have a pull out sprayer on my kitchen sink & it's amazing for clean up lol. She loves it & my son calls it the baby car wash!

[@allieking2086]

i’ve literally been researching BLW lately because we’re a month and a half until baby is 6months and we can start! it’s so exciting but also kinda nerve-wracking! thank you for this!

[@yanak7159]

We did the 100 first foods on BLW and reached our goal right in time for our daughters 1st bday. And you’re totally right, for someone it might be overwhelming and for me because I’m a planner, I loved having a plan. When there are so many options, I feel lost, overwhelmed and I give up. We’ve been loving our journey and it’s so easy to feed her now, so many foods to choose from. And by offering so many foods by 1 years old, they are more likely to not be picky eaters (which we have learned it the hard way from our first kiddo, who is now super picky and it’s a struggle to this day.). I wish I knew about BLW back then.

[@tamaraherman940]

Perfect timing 💜 FTM and we start BLW next month!

[@angelasalveta972]

Brittany I completely agree with you on the tuna fish, it is the number one “food” I will never eat. I always watch your videos through my TV app so I can’t usually comment but had to jump on my phone to soul sister with you on the tuna hate. I Watch you every week and love your content. I discovered you while I was pregnant and now my son is 6 months old. Thank you for keeping it real but also keeping it fun. 💜

[@louiseashley11]

This couldn’t have come at a better time for me! Baby is 5 mos now and I’ve been trying to do research on this for next month! 😬 thank you!!

[@maggiefuchsbrugger1917]

Loved this. You inspired us to do BLW, we're 3 weeks into it with my 6 mo old and we looooooove it! Solid Starts just launched an app and we really like it - I'd love to see you partnered with them, we get a lot out of your content and theirs.

[@swatdomm2511]

This couldn’t have come at a more apt time, Brittany! I have a almost 7 month old and I am so confused what to feed him. You’re truly a savior! ♥️

[@brittanybalyn]

I'm sooo happy to help you on your journey!!! 💜

[@ninam9303]

I love your videos! I have a 7 month old and we are doing a combo of baby led and traditional weaning. We have the what mummy makes recipe book, you cook one thing for the whole family from 6 months up! It's so good!

[@olivia_ismyname]

My daughter is just about to be 9 months & is finally eating actual food! She just wasn’t interested, she only wanted purées so I did the pouch ones so she could still feed herself! I love your videos btw!! You’re goals 100%

[@stephanymiranda2361]

You’re Awesome! Baby will be 6 months the first week next month so I love you for this! I’m so excited

[@snsgnd]

35 weeks pregnant here and I’m happy I discovered BLW thru ur channel ❣️ luv u and arrow.

[@AngelicaSolis94]

Yaaaaay new video! My son is going to be 6 months old in one week. I’ve already started him on purées but I’m going to do BLW. And your videos are so helpful ♥️ God bless you and beautiful little Arrow 🙏🏼🤍

[@Bananachan289]

Your passion for motherhood is so inspiring! Sometimes I forget that it’s okay to be obsessed with my baby things ❤️ My first bb did not agree with BLW, somehow he kept shoving things into the very bag of his throat 😂 I’m doing a mix for my second baby now. I give him a few finger foods with something mashed up for him

[@Rowm222]

YAS GURL! Bless your sweet soul! 🌼 My bb girl is 6 mnths I NEEDED THIS VID 😍 THANK U! You’ve been so helpful in this mom journey! U ARE GLOWING IN A BEAUTIFUL NEW WAY BTW! 💖

[@zabeenmadarun918]

Thank you for this much awaited video!! YES to more BLW videos, tips, meal ideas and all please!!

[@dangkimb]

can’t wait to watch it when captions are up!

[@thedailyprophecy1]

I already know this is not going to be the method for us, but this was so informative and interesting! I definitely got a few tips from it that I can use for our chosen method once she is here 🥰

[@emilywasurick5825]

Yes please make a second video of recipes!!!

[@susannej5733]

She is getting such good nutrition and learning so much! You're such a good mama! I'm due w my 1st next month, am interested in BLW, & would love to see a follow up video!

[@elizabethsoto7568]

I started BLW because of you! I started seeing all your insta stories and seeing arrow so I gave it a try and I love it and never went back ! I started purees at 4 and a half months and started BLW at 6

[@brittanybalyn]

Awww yay I’m so happy you tried it and it worked out well for you! 😘💞

[@lisalopes1040]

I personally do purees and baby led weaning with my son. I don’t always have time to make him a meal and so I’ll just give him purées. I notice he likes the combo rather than just one or other for extended periods of time.

[@Lucy-jy2qn]

My baby is 2 months and I can’t wait to start BLW when she’s old enough! Your videos with Arrow make me so excited for it! 💜

[@Sammyroxy]

So happy you posted this! My son turns 6 months in a couple weeks and will start baby led weaning but needed some ideas and tips first :)

[@hannahtucker94]

Omg yassss my girl turned 5 months on Friday and we started purées because I was so scared of BLW so this is perfect timing

[@brittanybalyn]

✨💞

[@Lizquiz7]

I'm so thrilled you made this video!! My daughter will be starting BLW next month!! You are the best.

[@lizg6084]

Yay! It’s so much fun. You will both love it!

[@arrwene98]

My baby will be 6 months in 2 weeks and I plan on doing a little bit of both purees and BLW ! Thank you for this video, what a great timing 😍

[@lehhxxis]

It gives me the BIGGEST anxiety. My daughter is 8 months old today, banana has been a hit so far, but everything makes me soooo nervous. Especially strawberries. This was definitely helpful though, I’ve been googling and watching KZbin videos all day. My baby was late with some of her milestones so I’m just now feeling comfortable to do it.

[@tiajuliano]

I never comment on videos, but this is such a great video jammed pack with all the info anyone would need! We’ve been doing BLW for about 7 months now and I agree with everything you said!

[@brittanybalyn]

Yay!! 🎉💞

[@thewitchour]

you posted this at the perfect time! my 5 month old is about to start blw (doctor advised/gave the ok) & im so nervouss 😭

[@angelh7238]

don’t have a baby yet or even pregnant but I absolutely love your baby vids, especially this! I’ve looked into blw for when I do have a baby and this video is so helpful. you’re amazing 🤍

[@linasmom3816]

My daughter is 5 months. Her pediatrician allowed purées at 4 months so I’ve been doing that for a while. Excited to start Solids in a more independent way.

[@brittanybalyn]

So exciting!! 💞

[@wisbyemily]

I’ve been waiting for this video! Thank you for posting!

[@michellemanuela]

You inspired me a while ago when you introduced BLW. I needed this video! Thank you so much! You are inspiring!🙏🏼

[@bdigi23]

Would love the follow up BLW with meal prep ditl and how you prepare!

[@olivia_ismyname]

My favorite meals are toast with a topping, noodles with sauce & a veggie mixed in, fruit salad (lol just fruit & yogurt) & scrambled eggs w/ cheese & a veggie mixed in!

[@leahenriquez2848]

Thank you!! Perfect timing, I really needed this lol. My baby is 5 months, and I have been stressing about starting baby led weaning soon. (Trying oatmeal today ahh) Your videos make me feel like I’m not alone. Thanks for all you do B :)

[@brittanybalyn]

just have fun and don't be afraid to call your doc all the time for any questions!

[@DomesticHausWitch]

I literally just gave my baby her first food yesterday: 🥑 I have to do a mix between blw & purees. I gave her a slice of it, then mashed some up with breast milk, then just let her play with the mash

[@DomesticHausWitch]

Also I specifically bought sweet potato, avocado & banana for this week without knowing they were best for beginning lol

[@RelaxingMusic-xn9qu]

Love your videos. So helpful. I’ve been following you over a year now. So proud of you and happy to see these amazing videos

[@snowdropbrisk]

Ah baby just woke up. Will continue watching later! Can't wait haha

[@ro143cky]

Baby is on the way, and I can’t wait to start this! Also your meals make me so hungry 🤣🤣 Thanks for the info 🤍🤍

[@selena6616]

Love the bowl with water idea!! I'm trying it right now after lunch. And the kisses, oh my heart😊💕

[@brittanybalyn]

It works!! 😘 💞

[@virginie3783]

Really really good video ! A second video would be great 👌🏻 Can't wait to try that in a few months. Thanks 💚

[@gvlclaire8745]

I just love your channel, videos, advices, everything is just so interesting ❤️ such a cool mom

[@daniellerudder]

Could you do videos on what you actually feed her. Like maybe a what she eats in a week or something like that

[@janellsalgado8127]

This🙌 yes plz

[@brittanybalyn]

Yes I totally can! I do have some resources linked in the description (2 meal videos I’ve made) and I have two dedicated highlights on my IG of meals in different age groups 💞

[@debsy]

My baby is 5weeks Loving now moments with her but excited for BLW. Hoping to have a foodie...already obsessed watching what I eat

[@kennedymeow]

You’re such an amazing mom, Brittany! I hope you’re proud of yourself! ❤️

[@IvyFuld]

Loved this! Such a great breakdown and loved the myths/truths segment ❤️

[@TinsuOli]

Thanks 🙏 perfect timing. My baby girl will turn 6 months July 25, I’m so excited ,

[@cameronrickard8348]

Please make second video!!! It's so overwhelming. If you guys had any trouble shooting issues you should include that! I have a six month old who is hesitant to pick things up unless I preload a spoon and give it to him!

[@esteph154]

You go girl!!! This was great!! ❤️❤️

[@Hellonaptime]

This is awesome!! I would love more BLW videos! My baby is due in Sept. :)

[@jenngranados825]

I did BLW without even knowing it was a thing! Got more into it watching your videos and my kid eats by himself since 7 months old ☺️☺️☺️☺️

[@prernapnegi]

Much much needed video. My daughter is 7 months old now! Thank you ❤️

[@asifakhanam4309]

I'm watching your videos since I was 7month preggo..now my baby is just starting on solid, this video is going to be so helpfull for me.thank you very much for sharing 😍.. lots of love to you and to arrow❤️❤️

[@learudzena4754]

This is so informative, thank you so much for the excellent video!

[@isabelwade1508]

Bowel idea 💡 is clever 👍💜 we will deffo try

[@2231michelle]

Omg thank you for this video! I’m starting BLW next month and feel so lost, haha

[@BrianaArnao]

This video was so helpful! I just started doing BLW when my son turned 6 months and it’s been so fun.

[@brittanyevangarza7735]

Thanks for all your amazing videos!! Please do the basic video that you discussed 😫🙌🏻

[@Miimiii___]

Can you make a whole video on your experience with the the dairy allergy? My daughter has MSPA and I would love to hear your insight.

[@TheMoranFamily]

This video was so helpful. Also can we talk about the editing?! 🙌🏼 Another great video 💛

[@Allysia622]

Big yes to the follow up video!

[@jobegg3797]

I would love a second favourite meals video xx

[@AshleyAestheticXD]

We need meal ideas! Breakfasts, lunches, and dinners please 💕

[@leenacarrasco7299]

Love love love BLW w my baby thanks for some tips and also love the longer videos!!

[@yoitzo]

I have a severe allergy baby too. Mama it’s HARD and SCARY!!!! After our first ER trip we got an EPI pen and an allergist and after the second ER trip we got a nutritionist on board as well. Ask your doctor about baby cetirizine! It’s a second generation antihistamine (baby Zyrtec) and can be dosed for infants starting from 6 months of age and doesn’t make them drowsy or limp.

[@shannonmcentire7322]

My baby is going to be 6 months before I know it - so grateful for this! I’ve only wanted to do BLW.

[@brittanybalyn]

Time flies so fast 🥲💞

[@danielat1420]

i’d like to mention that some babies will never want to have purées and show signs of wanting to start BLW right off the bat. I was fully intending to do purées with my son until he got at least a few teeth but he never took to them, it was always one spoonful and then he’d refuse any more and cry until i’d give him the spoon to play with. One day we had a ripe tomato from our garden so i decided to get some cute messy pictures, i peeled it and let him play with it and boy did he have fun! Even ate quite a bit from it (like i said it was a very ripe tomato) until i got nervous that he’d get to the seeds and possibly choke , that’s when i took it away but that was when i realized he wasn’t into purées or being fed he wanted to do it himself. Also, another thing i realized, if the produce you served your baby is either underripe meaning lacking in flavor or on the sour/tart side, your baby might refuse to eat it because of this not necessarily because they don’t like it, so try to give them food in season with their best flavor. Example being my son loved the ripe tomato from our back yard but when i’d give him store bought tomatoes that were not so flavorful or soft he always rejected them. Same for blueberries which he loves but rejected when i got a sour batch one day from the store. Another tip, when the baby is teething try giving him/her frozen produce, again my son loves blueberries and the frozen ones are perfect, but i do squish them between my fingers first because he can’t chew them frozen but feels so good on his sore gums (yes i have purple fingers for the rest of the day, it’s a beautiful part of being a mom 😆). Now my son’s 15 months and still enjoys throwing more of his food than eating it but he’s sitting at the island with me and seeing all the food i put out for the meal. I serve him a few bits of this and that to keep from making him feel overstimulated with too much in his plate. Occasionally when he’s done he’ll start reaching for the serving plate but it’s usually to play not because he wants more. I also have a hard time keeping my sanity when it comes to cleaning up even to this day, but my son is a human who wants to eat what he likes and is at that super curious and playful stage which reminds me to keep calm and count down the days until he starts eating for hunger and not for play. In conclusion mammas, know that your baby may or may not take to purées or BLW right away. I recommend going with your baby’s choice and remember that they are a full human being learning what’s out there and what they like and dislike. ❤️

[@claudiagill4347]

Awesome video! Great information.. i don't have kids but I always like to learn new stuff... Thanks!! Btw... Love your introduction song...

[@alyssarh]

I love this video, thank you so much for sharing all this info and your thoughts! ❤

[@salty1400]

Thank you for sharing your story! I have a 1 month old and my mom came and stayed with me for the first month and I would re-watch your videos while breast feeding and my mom would watch too and she would go “oh you have that, oh you have that” and I was like “ya I basically buy anything Brittany recommends” 😜 speaking of which - I already have the gathre mat for diaper changes but what size is the one you have for putting under the high chair ?

[@user-im6dh9ud3o]

If you’re spoon feeding your baby just pay attention to their cues. Any head turning, pushing away the spoon, not opening the mouth, are cues that baby is full/doesn’t want any more. I personally pay attention to how quickly our baby opens her mouth for food. She’s super quick at the beginning of mealtime but when she’s done she’s slow to open her mouth/doesn’t reach for the spoon. Just some things to keep in mind to help prevent over feeding.

[@baileyspomer7781]

Thank you so much for the information 😘😘Love your videos

[@natasjadianneearle3136]

Yes can you do a follow up my baby 6 months and one week started blw but gagging alot so scared of choking .

[@tristanmercury6419]

Please can you show us how you prepare the food 😊

[@kathleenr5515]

A follow up please ❤️ I’m planning on starting in one month 😇 Love your videos!

[@amberleel0l]

I learned so much! Thank you! I get so discouraged because my little one seems to just spit everything out but I’m sure she will eventually start eating 🥰

[@brittanybalyn]

yes don't stress at all - you're doing great!!

[@ShaylynHart]

perfect!!! my little ozzy man is 6 months in just a couple weeks! 😍

[@raecat90]

I did BLW with my first and now doing with my 9 month old. I love it! But I would love to see more meal ideas. ❤️

[@bexjack]

Thank you for this video, I’m starting BLW this week so this is so useful 💖

[@brittanybalyn]

ahh yay - have so much fun!!

[@KC-rx5eu]

Would love the part two! Also, what size gathre mat did you end up getting? I also got the trip trap and want to get a mat for underneath!

[@TeenBae]

i wish i could, but my little girl has ONH and can't see well. This would be such a great idea though!!! Thank youuuuu once again for always giving great ideas!

[@AlissaLinnae]

I’ve been waiting for this one!!

[@ashleyarnold5450]

I love your channel. My birthday is 3/3/91 and my baby was born 11/7/2020 and I wish we could be friends in real life lol. Husband is in the navy and we just moved to San Diego!!! So much fresh produce here and I love the weather! Thank you for your channel. ❤️

[@gingerglitter]

This was so informative! I'd love to see more videos around this topic and I feel like at some point you mention a teether or a toy she was using as a way to practice bringing objects to her mouth? Am i imagining that? Anyway it would be super interesting to hear if you have any recommendations that "support" the baby led weaning journey from the child's side :)

[@halseygreenhalghtanner5265]

Thank you! 🤍🖤

[@meriber4101]

Hi. Plz I have a question about your hair. Do you have any weekly routine, or are you getting any kind of vitamins cuz I noticed that you're hair is growing so fast. Thank you.