What is Baby-Led Weaning? Benefits of BLW - Solid Starts
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Baby-led weaning is a method of introducing solid food to babies where purées and spoon-feeding are skipped in favor of finger foods that a baby self-feeds. Learn about the many benefits of BLW including independence and development.
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