4 to 6 months

4-6 months

Solid food provides more nutrients for your baby but also develops those strong little muscles for chewing and even speech. Not only a time for photos of messy mouths!

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Transitioning Between Different Milk Feeding Options

Transitioning Between Different Milk Feeding Options

Whether you’re moving from breastfeeding to formula feeding, or changing from one formula to another, it’s important to keep your eye out for signs of intolerance.

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View details Your Baby's First Foods – Starting Solids From 4 months
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4-6 months
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Your Baby's First Foods – Starting Solids From 4 months

Australian recommendations state solid foods should be introduced at around 6 months of age, and not before 4 months.

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View details How To Prepare and Store Infant Puree
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4-6 months
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How To Prepare and Store Infant Puree

Ready to start solids? First foods are often a smooth consistency, making infant purees the perfect choice. Learn how to prepare and safely store puree for infants.

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View details What is Baby Led Weaning?
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4-6 months
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What is Baby Led Weaning?

Apart from the traditional 3 stage process of introducing solids, you may find other ways or methods to follow.

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View details How to Prepare Baby Formula
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0-4 months
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How to Prepare Baby Formula

Safe preparation of baby formula is important for your baby’s health. Like any food preparation we need to consider good food hygiene practices - it doesn't need to be complicated.

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Potato and Cauliflower Puree

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Broccoli and Pumpkin Puree

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Cauliflower and Sweet Potato Puree

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Broccoli and Avocado Puree

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