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The Baby-Led Weaning series

Baby-Led Weaning: The healthy, natural way to start your baby on solid foods! Ten years ago, coauthors Gill Rapley and Tracey Murkett exploded the myth that babies need to be spoon-fed with the first edition of Baby-Led Weaning, starting what … Continue reading


The Baby-Led Weaning Phenomenon: a Q&A with Gill Rapley and Tracey Murkett

Ten years ago, coauthors Gill Rapley and Tracey Murkett exploded the myth that babies need to be spoon-fed with the first edition of Baby-Led Weaning, starting what has become a worldwide movement. Baby-led weaning (BLW) shows why self-feeding from the … Continue reading


The Baby-Led Weaning Cookbook—Volume 2

Baby-Led Weaning is a global phenomenon! Now, here are 99 more delicious, no-stress recipes for baby-led weaning (BLW) families to enjoy together, from the creators of the BLW movement. With these recipes, introducing your baby to solid foods is easier—and … Continue reading


Baby-Led Weaning

Ten years ago, Baby-Led Weaning ended the myth that babies need to be spoon-fed purées. In fact, at about six months, most babies are ready to discover solid food for themselves. Today, baby-led weaning (BLW) is a global phenomenon—and this … Continue reading


The Baby-Led Weaning Family Cookbook

Gill Rapley and Tracey Murkett are the creators of baby-led weaning (BLW), a commonsense way to introduce your baby to solid foods. There’s no need to struggle with purées and spoon-feeding! Instead, Baby can explore the same foods you enjoy—how … Continue reading


Baby-Led Weaning

Baby-Led Weaning explodes the myth that babies need to be spoon-fed and shows why self-feeding from the start of the weaning process is the healthiest way for your child to develop. With baby-led weaning (BLW, for short), you can skip … Continue reading


The Baby-Led Weaning Cookbook

Forget baby purées and spoon-feeding—there’s an easier, more natural way to introduce your little one to solid foods. By about six months—when babies can sit up unassisted, grab things, and munch on them—they are ready to join the family at … Continue reading


Your Baby Can Self-Feed, Too

One in four children has feeding challenges and difficulty eating. If your child is one of them, mealtimes may be a struggle. Whether the reason is neurodiversity (such as Down syndrome), feeding aversion, or a medical condition, feeding therapist Jill … Continue reading


Raising a Healthy, Happy Eater: A Parent’s Handbook

Pediatrician Nimali Fernando and feeding therapist Melanie Potock (aka Dr. Yum and Coach Mel) know the importance of giving your child the right start on their food journey—for good health, motor skills, and even cognitive and emotional development. In this … Continue reading


Responsive Feeding

When should I start my baby on solids? Should I offer purees— or try baby-led weaning? What if my toddler rejects new foods? Feeding therapist Melanie Potock has answers to all in Responsive Feeding. The secret? Tune in to your … Continue reading