Advice for your Baby - 8 to 12 Months

It may seem like a whole new world now that your little one is starting to eat solid foods. While the principles of feeding you’ve been following since birth remain the same, there are some new feeding cues to learn now that you are offering your baby solid foods. Look out for signs your baby is hungry or full, and let them lead the way with how much they want to eat. 

Sleep helps your baby recharge their batteries for tomorrow’s playtime.

Mix up the menu! 

It’s easy to fall into the habit of offering your baby the same foods every day, especially if you know they’ll happily eat them. Here are some simple ideas for expanding your little one’s diet without compromising on those all-important nutrients.

It’s easy to fall into the habit of offering your baby the same foods every day, especially if you know they’ll happily eat them. Here are some simple ideas for expanding your little one’s diet without compromising on those all-important nutrients.

Perhaps one of your most important jobs as a parent is to be a good role model for your baby, particularly when it comes to healthy eating. But just how much of an impact does what you eat and drink now have on your little one’s future? 

The time you spend playing with your baby is precious, and enjoying games together is fun for both of you. But playtime is much more than just special moments spent together. It also gives you an opportunity to help your baby develop their motor, creative, and problem-solving skills. If your baby hasn't started crawling yet, it won't be long before they do. Typically crawling occurs between seven and 10 months. Your little one’s ability to grasp is becoming more developed and they are now likely moving things from one hand to the other. Soon they will be able to catch themselves with their arms and legs if they start to topple over while sitting on the floor. Making creative and imaginary play part of your day together helps improve your baby’s physical abilities and brain development. 

Like any new skill, breastfeeding can take practice and perseverance to master. Follow these simple steps for a smoother journey and it’ll feel like second nature in no time.

Follow these stay-safe principles when you’re shopping or preparing food for your baby.
 

How to make sure your baby is feeding well and you’re both comfortable during feedings.

Now that your baby is 8 to 10 months old, has enjoyed first tastes, and is becoming more experienced at eating, it’s time to move on to lumpy foods and helping them learn to feed themselves.

This age is an exciting time of development for your baby. They are learning lots of new feeding skills and becoming more independent by the day. Here’s how you can help them learn to eat and drink, and to grow in confidence, as they embark on a new chapter in feeding adventures.