Posted by Franceska Dion
on July 31, 2023
Many parents are looking for the best tableware to make introducing solid foods easier. We even have a blog post about it right here .
Another question that comes up very often is what is the best plate for baby-led weaning (BLW). For us, there are three answers:
1. Step 1: When they are just starting out, we simply recommend taking the bowl . This will be useful for warming the food. You will then place it on their highchair tray or on their silicone placemat .
2. Stage 2 comes around 8 months, when you'll generally start letting your baby use a plate . At this stage, we recommend choosing a divided silicone plate with a suction cup. The suction cup doesn't prevent them from removing it, but it adds resistance so it doesn't fall as easily as without it. The division allows them to clearly see each food item you put on their plate.
3. You might say it's happening very quickly, or even too quickly, but your little one wants to do everything you do. They're gaining independence and, around 18-24 months, will want to do things their parent's way. A large plate and a bowl with a handle will be invaluable. You'll enjoy all the benefits of silicone tableware, but with something appealing to your child.
Another question that comes up very often is what is the best plate for baby-led weaning (BLW). For us, there are three answers:
1. Step 1: When they are just starting out, we simply recommend taking the bowl . This will be useful for warming the food. You will then place it on their highchair tray or on their silicone placemat .
2. Stage 2 comes around 8 months, when you'll generally start letting your baby use a plate . At this stage, we recommend choosing a divided silicone plate with a suction cup. The suction cup doesn't prevent them from removing it, but it adds resistance so it doesn't fall as easily as without it. The division allows them to clearly see each food item you put on their plate.
3. You might say it's happening very quickly, or even too quickly, but your little one wants to do everything you do. They're gaining independence and, around 18-24 months, will want to do things their parent's way. A large plate and a bowl with a handle will be invaluable. You'll enjoy all the benefits of silicone tableware, but with something appealing to your child.
