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When to Start Solids Guide

Find out when and how to introduce solid foods to your baby. Based on WHO and pediatric society recommendations, with an age-by-age schedule and food group guidance.

This tool is informational and does not replace medical advice. Always consult your baby's pediatrician.

How does this calculation work?

Our guide to starting solids follows the World Health Organization (WHO) guidelines, which recommend exclusive breastfeeding until 6 months and the introduction of complementary foods from that age. By entering your baby’s birth date, the system calculates the current age and presents a personalized schedule with appropriate foods for each stage: cereals and tubers from 6 months, legumes and proteins at 7 months, and full variety from 8 months onward. The tool also indicates readiness signs, recommended textures, and foods that should be avoided before age 1. Every child is unique, so always consult your pediatrician.

Frequently asked questions

At what age can a baby start eating solids?▾
The WHO recommends that solid food introduction begins at 6 months of age, when the baby’s digestive system is more mature. Before that, breast milk (or formula) provides all the necessary nutrients. Signs of readiness include: sitting with minimal support, showing interest in food, and having lost the tongue-thrust reflex.
What foods should be avoided before age 1?▾
Before age 1, avoid: honey (risk of botulism), whole cow’s milk, sugar and sweeteners, excess salt, ultra-processed foods, juice (prefer whole fruit), egg whites before 9 months (varies by medical guidance), and choking hazards like popcorn, whole grapes, and whole nuts.

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