How To Help Your Baby Enjoy Food

Help your baby learn about food by letting them play with it.

Encourage their independence - give your baby their own spoon to hold when they can.

If they want to put their hand into the food and then up to their mouth - don't worry! This is all part of the learning process but be prepared for mess!

Babies like to pick up food from their parents' plates - let them!

Check KidsHealth's section on healthy eating habits

Check KidsHealth's infant nutrition section