Intro to Solids Nutrition Counseling
Starting solids is an exciting milestone. Our pediatric registered dietitians help families introduce solid foods safely, support healthy development, and build positive eating habits from the very beginning.
Confident support for your baby's first foods
Our pediatric dietitians guide parents through the transition to solid foods with evidence-based recommendations tailored to their baby's development and nutritional needs.
Know when your baby is ready
Learn the signs of readiness for starting solids and create an introduction plan that fits your baby's development.
Introduce foods safely
Get guidance on textures, portions, allergenic foods, and feeding routines to support safe exploration.
Build healthy eating habits
Encourage a positive relationship with food by creating enjoyable and responsive mealtime experiences.
Did you know?
Insurance may cover your nutrition counseling — partially or even at no cost to you.
Coverage varies by plan, we’ll help you verify your benefits before your first visit.
Your journey to starting solids with MyorThrive
Introduce solid foods with confidence through expert infant nutrition guidance and feeding support.
Virtual health assessment
Virtual evaluation of your baby's development, feeding history, and readiness for solids through a comprehensive video consultation.
Personalized pediatric Reflux nutrition plan
A personalized plan for introducing solid foods, textures, allergenic foods, and balanced nutrition, delivered securely to your patient portal.
Progress monitoring and follow-ups
Regular video follow-ups to answer questions, adjust feeding recommendations, and support healthy eating as your baby grows.
Meet our pediatric dietitians
Connect with registered dietitians experienced in pediatric Reflux and nutrition therapy for infants, children, and teens.
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Detria Branch
Certified Registered Dietitan
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Emma Sobolewski
Certified Registered Dietitan
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Sharon Howard
Certified Registered Dietitan
Find even more dietitians at your convenience
Choose how you meet with your registered dietitian — in person or online, with flexible options to fit your schedule. We’ll meet you where you are.
In-person
Online
Research and News on Intro to Solids
Stay up to date with the latest research in infant feeding and solid food introduction
Developmental Readiness
Latest research on identifying signs of readiness for solid foods in infants
First Food Guide
Updated clinical guidelines for introducing first foods to infants
Feeding methods
Comparative study of baby-led weaning versus traditional spoon-feeding
FAQ
We’ve got your answers.
Most babies are ready to begin solids around 6 months of age when they show signs of developmental readiness. A pediatric dietitian can help you understand these signs and create a safe approach for your baby.
A pediatric registered dietitian can guide parents on food textures, portion sizes, allergen introduction, feeding routines, and ways to support healthy growth during this important stage.
Many insurance plans cover nutrition counseling or medical nutrition therapy for children with qualifying medical conditions. We'll verify your insurance benefits before your baby's first appointment so you know exactly what your plan covers.
