This is a general feeding guide for a 10 months baby. Remember every little one is different! Since the process of starting solids is a transition period, it may take some time to learn your little one\u2019s specific cues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Around this age, it\u2019s recommended to start advancing textures to lumpier or chopped foods, and or soft finger foods. Remember babies will often not eat a lot of the very first food, so start with small portions 1 tbsp or 1 small finger food. Remember, the majority of their nutrient needs will be met with milk feeds in the beginning and with time they will slowly eat more. You can read more in our other article Introducing Solids to Baby: A Guide for Parents<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Some first food ideas are sweet potato, ground beef patties, egg, broccoli, cooked pumpkin or squash, and banana. Don\u2019t stress about them eating a specific amount, just follow their cues and know that you are offering multiple meals and also milk feeds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n At 10 months you will be closer to having around 3 consistent meals per day, and some babies may benefit from a small simple snack like Little Bellies puffs<\/strong><\/a> as well. We recommend starting with one meal, then slowly increasing the meal amounts as your baby shows more interest or with time. This can look different for everyone!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Even though we don\u2019t expect them to finish everything on the plate, building a nutritionally balanced plate helps ensure your 10-month-old receives essential nutrients like carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins and minerals. To introduce your baby to a variety of foods and also help them meet their\u00a0nutrient needs<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0try to build their plate with high energy, iron and zinc-rich foods and a rainbow of fresh, and preferably organic, fruits and vegetables.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Iron and Zinc-Rich Foods: meats such as beef, chicken, and turkey. Some plant-based sources are lentils, chickpeas, beans, and peas. You can offer tender meats in finger length strips cut parallel to the muscle grain so they easily flake apart which may help them learn to take bites. You can also offer ground or minced meat in patties or meatballs. If they have their pincer grasp you can also offer small chickpea-sized pieces of tender meats. For foods like chickpeas or beans, make sure they are cooked to be soft and smash them as they are considered choking hazards in hard and round shapes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Energy-rich foods may be avocado, potato,\u00a0sweet potato<\/a><\/strong>, yams, legumes, fats such as butter, ghee, olive oil, avocado oil, full-fat yogurt, and cheeses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Fruit\/veggies: There\u2019s really no limit on what fruits or veggies can be offered to babies as long as any inedible or poisonous membranes or seeds\/pits are removed, as well as textures are modified or cooked to be soft and fork-tender.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Check out our best\u00a0fruit<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0guide for every age and stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It\u2019s important to note that every baby is different, and individual dietary needs may vary. Before introducing new foods or making significant changes to your baby\u2019s diet, it\u2019s always a good idea to consult with a paediatrician. That being said, here\u2019s a general example of a daily meal plan for a 10-month-old:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Breakfast:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Lunch:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Afternoon Snack (optional):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Dinner:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Notes:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Mid-Morning Snack (optional depending on your schedule):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n At this age, any food can be a snack. Sometimes this looks like an extra piece of fruit or some cheese, leftovers or a packaged snack. If you are shopping for a packaged snack we recommend ones that are sugar-free and very low in sodium (ideally salt-free). Little Bellies range of organic, unsweetened and salt-free puffs for 10+ months<\/strong><\/a> is a great option and to balance them out pair them with some shredded cheese or seasonal fruit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Understanding your baby\u2019s hunger and fullness cues is pivotal. Observing subtle signs, such as increased interest in food or turning away when full, helps establish a positive relationship with feeding. Responding to these cues fosters healthy eating habits in the long run.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Please reach out to a healthcare professional if you need an individualised plan as this is not a substitute for medical advice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For more guidance on what to feed your baby as they transition into toddlerhood, please read our Toddler Food & Snack Guide for 12 Months<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Author: Leah Hackney, RD, LD, CSP @kids.nutritionist<\/p>\n\n\n\n Photo by Anastasia Shageeva<\/a> on Unsplash<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" This is a general feeding guide for a 10 months baby. Remember every little one is different! Since the process of starting solids is a transition period, it may take some time to learn your little one\u2019s specific cues. 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Building a Plate for a 10-Month-Old Baby<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Sample 10-month-old meal plan:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Start with 2-4 tablespoons of each food option below and offer more if they finish.<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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What snacks are safe for a 10-month-old?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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