Skill· 4mo–6mo· 2 min
Iron-Rich Food Introduction
Parent introduces iron-rich foods like spinach and kale to baby during mealtime, observing baby's acceptance, facial expressions, and social engagement around new foods. The agent coaches the parent to notice early feeding cues, taste exploration, and social interaction during feeding — building healthy eating habits and nutritional awareness.
Free to do together whenever you like.
What you'll need
Baby securely seated in high chair or feeding seat. Have iron-rich puree ready (spinach, kale, or similar). Bib and soft spoon recommended. Baby should be alert but not overly hungry or tired.
How it works
The 3-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.
What this develops
- MilestoneSignals feeding readiness refusalBody· 4mo–6mo· core· Steps 1, 3
- MilestoneTakes smooth purees from a spoonBody· 4mo–8mo· core· Step 3
- MilestoneOpens mouth for spoon.Body· 0mo–11mo· core· Step 1
- MilestoneShows varied emotionsHeart· 2mo–8mo· stretch· Step 2
- MilestoneResponds to a speaking personHeart· 0mo–14mo· core· Step 2
- MilestoneLooks at a speaking caregiverMind· 1mo–6mo· stretch· Step 2
- MilestoneSeeks attention through eye contactHeart· 0mo–4mo· stretch
- MilestoneAnticipates feeding cueMind· 1mo–6mo· core
- MilestoneReaches for nearby objectsBody· 4mo–11mo· core· Step 3
- MilestoneChildren’s later writing is based on skills and understandings which they develop as babies and toddlers. Before they can write, they need to learn to use spoken language to communicate. Later they learn to write down the words they can say. (See the roots of Writing in Communication and language).Mind· 0mo–11mo· stretch· Step 6
Visual example
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