Should you need urgent health advice please contact your GP or call NHS 111. In an emergency please visit A&E or call 999
It is recommended to introduce solid foods to your baby around 6 months. You can find further support on our ‘Starting Solid Foods’ page and sign up for the free introducing solids talk below.
Choking and gagging is one of the most frequently raised concerns. You can find further support on this by visiting our what to do if your baby is choking page.
Join us for our ‘Introduction to Solids’ programme when your baby is 4-6 months so you can prepare early, know the signs your baby is ready for food and get information in line with NHS guidelines as your prepare for this exciting stage.
Visit the Family Centre Service website for more information on their introduction to solids courses.
For further support on from our Family Centres on introducing solids, please call 0300 123 7572 and speak to the family support staff.
Some children who experience difficulties with eating and drinking may need to see a speech and language therapist. If you are concerned about your child’s eating and drinking skills, please speak to a member of the Health Visiting team in the first instance.
Other useful resources
- Call the National Breastfeeding Helpline on 0300 100 0212* or visit their webpage.
- Read the information on introducing solid food at www.nhs.uk/breastfeeding
- The Literacy Trust
- UNICEF – the baby friendly initiative
- 1st Steps to Nutrition
