Baby-led weaning is an approach to introducing solid food where baby is allowed and encouraged to self-feed solid finger foods instead of receiving purées via spoon. For those of us in urban cities, baby led feeding may be a better term as BLW is not about weaning babies off breastmilk or formula, but is weaning them onto solids.  But with BLW, the baby is in charge.) BLW babies:

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• Are encouraged to join the family at mealtime and self-feed appropriate finger foods.

• Choose what, how much, and how quickly to eat.

• Are given the freedom to explore new tastes and textures without the pressure to eat a set amount or a specific food.

• Supports the development of eye-hand coordination, chewing skills, dexterity, and healthy eating habits

• Continue to nurse (or receive a bottle) just as often. Solids are to compliment milk, and baby is trusted to know when to increase solid feedings and decrease milk (usually later in the first year).