Introducing Solid Foods Consults

Personalized for Your Baby’s Needs

Introducing solid foods can be both exciting and overwhelming. Whether you’re unsure when to start, how to begin, or how to balance solids with breastfeeding or bottle-feeding, we’re here to help.

Our Introducing Solid Foods Consults are led by experienced Registered Nurses, providing evidence-based guidance on infant nutrition, starting solids, and feeding transitions—so you can move forward with clarity and confidence.

When to Schedule a Nutritional Consult

YOU MAY BENEFIT FROM A CONSULT IF:

You’re preparing to introduce solid food around 4–6 months

You have questions about combining breastfeeding and solids
You’re unsure whether to use purees, baby-led weaning, or a mixed approach
You want to ensure your baby’s developmental readiness and nutritional needs are being met
You’d like to prevent common feeding concerns like constipation, food refusal, or allergies

What’s Included

One-on-one assessment of your baby’s developmental stage and current diet

Personalized plan for how and when to start solids
Guidance on nutrition while breastfeeding or formula feeding
Answers to your questions about feeding schedules, allergens, textures, and more
Follow-up support for the same child (phone or email as needed)

Consults are available by phone, virtually or in-person at our East Greenwich, RI office