ON-DEMAND Class - Solid Start: First Foods

ON-DEMAND Class - Solid Start: First Foods

Solid Start First Foods On-Demand Virtual Class

By Vanderbilt Birth Center

Location

Online

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event.

Agenda

When Your Baby is Ready for Solids

How to prioritize solid foods, when the baby is ready, signs of readiness

First Foods for a Solid Start

Nutritional needs for the baby, portion sizes for first foods, feeding cues

Types of Feeding

Purees, baby-led weaning, discerning gagging or choking, sippy cups

Safe First Foods

Introducing allergens, safe food sizes, CPR resources, and safe first food ideas

The Solid Start Kitchen

Setting up the kitchen and meal planning, herbs and spices, tools and feeding gear

About this event

    Overwhelmed with the how, when, and what of starting your baby on solid foods? If you are about to begin or are just beginning your baby on solids, join us in this self-guided class to learn how to confidently and safely select and prepare healthy foods at home. We’ll help you navigate the guidelines and safety recommendations for starting solids, walk you through the differences between baby-led weaning and traditional pureed foods, show you how to set up your Solid Start kitchen, and talk meal planning to get you and your baby off to a Solid Start.

    Frequently asked questions

    How does this class work?

    This is a self-guided course. When you sign up, you will immediately be sent a link to the self-guided online module. To get the most out of your experience, give yourself about an hour to complete it. At the end of the course, we'll provide you with a contact for our health educator so that you can

    When should I take this class?

    When your baby is around six months old

    I can't afford the class. Is there any way I can still take it?

    The Vanderbilt Birth Center is committed to providing birth and parenting education to everyone, regardless of income. If you need assistance with class fees, please contact us.

    Tags

    Organized by

    Vanderbilt Birth Center

    Due to space constraints, we prioritize Birth Center clients for all in-person classes at the Birth Center. If a class is full, look for in-person class listings at the hospital or virtual classes. You may also ask to be waitlisted.

    $20