Starting solids is such an exciting milestone in your baby’s journey! But if you’re wondering “How much should my baby actually eat?” — you’re not alone. Many parents worry about portion sizes, how much their baby should be eating, and whether they’re getting enough nutrients.

Whilst those first months of introducing new flavours and textures should be fun and hassle-free, it is also essential to prioritise nutrition to support their growth, development, and overall wellbeing.

The World Health Organisation, Australian National Health, Australian Breastfeeding Association and Australian Medical Research Council all recommend exclusive breastfeeding for at least the first 6 months before introducing complementary foods. However, rather than meeting a certain age, it is important to wait until your mini is showing signs of developmental readiness.

Now that we are well and truly into winter and there’s lots of runny noses getting about, it’s important to strengthen our little ones immune systems to reduce their chances of getting sick.