Skill· 4mo–6mo· 2 min
First Taste Adventure
Parent introduces baby's first solid food, observing sensory reactions, oral motor skills, and social engagement during this developmental milestone. The agent coaches the parent to notice tongue thrust reflex, swallowing coordination, and emotional responses to new tastes and textures.
Free to do together whenever you like.
What you'll need
Baby seated upright in high chair or securely on parent's lap. Small bowl of single-ingredient puree (rice cereal, mashed banana, or avocado) and soft-tipped spoon. Bib recommended. Baby should be alert, calm, and not overly hungry.
How it works
The 3-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.
What this develops
- MilestoneTakes smooth purees from a spoonBody· 4mo–8mo· core· Step 1
- MilestoneSignals feeding readiness refusalBody· 4mo–6mo· core· Steps 1, 2
- MilestoneOpens mouth for spoon.Body· 0mo–11mo· core· Step 1
- MilestoneShows varied emotionsHeart· 2mo–8mo· stretch· Step 3
- MilestoneReaches for nearby objectsBody· 4mo–11mo· stretch· Step 2
- MilestoneExplores objects by mouthingBody· 4mo–8mo· stretch
- MilestoneAnticipates feeding cueMind· 1mo–6mo· core
- MilestoneLooks at and follows facesHeart· 0mo–12mo· stretch· Step 2
Visual example
Coming soon