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Baby Leads the Way: An Evidence-Based Guide to Introducing Solid Foods

Written by: Pediatric experts at 101 before one

Published by: American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)

Release Date: March 25, 2025

Baby Leads the Way is a practical guide for parents starting solids with their little one, written by the diverse team of pediatric experts at 101 before one, who also happen to also be moms.

The comprehensive handbook provides step-by-step advice on how to safely introduce solid foods to babies, focusing on family-style meals where babies eat a modified version of what the whole family is eating from day one.

The 101 before one approach promotes self-feeding in a low-pressure environment, helping babies develop a healthy relationship with food.

Through relatable explanations and research-backed information, Baby Leads the Way aims to help families succeed in creating a safe, positive feeding experience for their little ones.

Inside this 250-page parent-friendly guide you’ll find:

  • Our 6-Steps to Starting Solids Success, including how to teach your baby to self-feed, nutritional considerations, introducing top allergens, modifying the family meal for babies, and following responsive feeding

  • Answers to the most-asked questions along with personal anecdotes along the way to keep it real for parents

  • Detailed how-to information on starting solids with full-color visuals and instructions for parents to reference

This book is meant to be an all-in-one reference guide for parents introducing solids to their baby - whether you decide to start with purees, finger foods, or a combination of both!

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Release Date March 25, 2025

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Meet the Authors

Pediatric Experts + Starting Solids Specialists

Julie Laux
101 before one Founder & Head Chef

Cinthia Scott, RD, IBCLC 
Registered Dietitian and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant

Krupa Playforth, MD, FAAP 
Board-Certified General Pediatrician

Catherine Callahan, MS, CCC-SLP, CLC 

Speech-language Pathologist, Pediatric Feeding Therapist, and Certified Lactation Counselor

Manisha Relan, MD, FAAP, FAAAAI, FACAAI

Pediatric Allergist / Clinical Immunologist

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