Baby-Led Weaning with Katie Ferraro

Oatmeal: How Your Baby Can Safely Self-Feed Oatmeal

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Jun 17, 2025
Discover why oatmeal is an excellent first food for babies and how to introduce it safely. Explore different types of oatmeal, including quick-cooking, rolled, and steel-cut, and their iron content. Learn how to promote self-feeding while transitioning from purees, and find tips for pairing oatmeal with other foods. Plus, get insights into the benefits of innovative breastfeeding technology for busy parents. Perfect for those navigating the world of baby-led weaning!
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INSIGHT

Oatmeal Suitable at Six Months

  • Babies can safely start eating oatmeal and solid foods at around six months if showing readiness.
  • Purees like oatmeal can be offered in a baby-led weaning approach by letting babies self-feed.
INSIGHT

Babies Can Digest Grains Early

  • Babies' digestive systems are capable of processing grains and proteins early, even as young as three months.
  • Age-appropriate feeding, not gut readiness, determines when to start solids.
ADVICE

Regular Oatmeal Is Enough

  • You don't have to buy specialized baby oatmeal; regular oatmeal is nutritious and cost-effective.
  • Baby oatmeal has extra iron but regular oatmeal already provides sufficient iron for babies.
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