Starting Solids Feeling Overwhelming?

You Are Not ALone.

In-home starting solids support and infant feeding therapy from a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist and IBCLC in St. Johns, FL

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Baby Led Weaning

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Purees

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Combo Feeding

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Baby Led Weaning 〰️ Purees 〰️ Combo Feeding 〰️

There Is No One Right Way to Start Solids

Every family is different and every baby is different. Whether you are leaning toward baby led weaning, purees, or a combination approach, I help you figure out what makes sense for your baby and your family and set you up for success from the very first bite.

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Who I Help

I work with families who are feeling unsure about when or how to start solids, babies who are gagging, refusing, or struggling with textures, families navigating picky eating in the early stages, babies who need extra support transitioning from bottle or breast to solid foods, and parents who want guidance on safe food preparation and progression.

What a Starting Solids Consultation Includes:

Assessing your baby’s signs of readiness for solids.
Determining the right feeding approach for your family.
Guidance on appropriate textures and how to prepare foods safely.
Strategies to set your baby up for success and decrease picky eating.
Problem solving concerns such as difficulty chewing, gagging, refusal, and extended mealtimes.
Cup and straw drinking guidance.

Signs You Baby May Need Extra Help With Solids

Consistently gagging or vomiting during meals.
Refusing all or most solid foods.
Only accepting a very limited number of foods or textures.
Extreme distress around mealtimes.
Not progressing through textures as expected.
Mealtimes lasting longer than 30 minutes regularly.

Common Questions about Starting Solids

When is my baby ready to start solids?

Most babies show signs of readiness around 6 months, though some are ready a little earlier or later. Signs include sitting with minimal support, showing interest in food, and having good head and neck control. I help you assess readiness and take the guesswork out of the timing.

What is the difference between baby led weaning and purees?

Baby led weaning offers soft finger foods from the start and lets your baby self feed. Purees are spoon fed smooth or mashed foods. Both approaches work well and many families combine them. I help you figure out which approach fits your baby and your lifestyle.

My baby gags every time I offer solids. Is that normal?

Some gagging is completely normal as babies learn to manage food in their mouths. But frequent intense gagging, vomiting, or distress around mealtimes is worth evaluating. I can help you determine whether what you’re seeing is typical or needs support.

"Megan was SO wonderful to work with. She visited us twice and each time helped me work through some feeding challenges we were having. This was my second time breastfeeding and I wish I had Megan’s help with my first baby! Her tips and things we implemented are still things we use today and we’re going on almost 4 months of breastfeeding. I cannot recommend her enough and even if you’re not a first time mom, she is extremely helpful and a big reason for the longevity of our breastfeeding journey!"

-Danielle
" Megan helped ease our worries and anxieties about starting solids. She definitely made the process easier and more enjoyable for our family. She also offered great tips on how to get our son to drink from an open cup and straw cup quickly. Megan is a great asset to anyone looking to start solids!!

-Hector
"Our son no longer gags and has actually been excited to eat- this was life changing for us. The whole family has learned new skills and tools from her, all in the comfort of our own home. I recommend her services highly for anyone who is struggling with children’s feeding issues!"

-Lindsay
"I cannot recommend St. John’s Feeding enough! Megan was so professional, kind, and quick to reply. Feeding difficulty with my infant was a scary experience and Megan was able to fit us into her schedule so quickly. She is so knowledgeable and provided tips and tricks that have instantly improved and made our feeding experience safer for my baby. I highly recommend Megan and her company and will absolutely reach out to her again in the future!"

-Jenna

Serving St, Johns, St Augustine, Jacksonville and Surrounding Communities

I provide in-home starting solids support and feeding therapy throughout St. Johns, Nocatee, Ponte Vedra, St. Augustine, Jacksonville, and Mandarin. Compassionate, expert help delivered right to your door.