When can babies use utensils?
A spoon should be first on your tots tray, since its easier to use.
But you dont necessarily have to wait until close to your cuties first birthday.
(Though if shes eager to practice scooping herself and youve got some patience let her at it!)
Keep in mind that your 1- to 2-year old probably wont be interested in using her utensils every time.
Sometimes she might still prefer to eat with her fingers … or just make a mess.
(Though if she prefers scooping or raking with her fingers, thats fine, too.)
Dont expect your cutie to go straight from being spoon-fed to using a spoon or fork all by herself.
Even then, dont expect perfection.
This is where a splat mat can come in handy … and an army of bibs.
The best ones are small, lightweight and easy for your baby to grip.
Metal utensils are fine, but options with a BPA-free plastic or silicone handle might be easier to grip.
(If youre going for a set thats all plastic, it should also be BPA-free.)
When it comes to spoon success, opt for menu items that are on the thicker side.
So give your gobbler plenty of opportunities to practice and plenty of encouragement to keep trying.
Before long, the days of spoon-feeding and finger foods will be a hazy memory.
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