Before i start can I ask that this thread doesn't turn into a starting solids early debate. I have read through all the debates that have been on here lately and i have found these threads very informative. I haven't started solids but i feel like ds may be ready and for this i want some practical advice on how to go about it. Also as DS is full time ff i understand that there may be a nutritional benefit in starting solids early.

So i was wondering when you start solids how much do you give baby. In thinking more in terms of those baby spoons, do you start with 1 or 2 etc. When do you offer the solids? I know you need to give a milk drink first but do you do it straight after, after half an hour etc etc. Will bubs make any funny faces as they get used to the new tastes and textures?? What foods are best to start with i understand rice cereal is the first food suggested but what from there. Do you start with bland potato before moving on to sweet potato etc? How do you know when to start a new meal? I know you start with breakfast but when would you introduce lunch?

Thanks for your advice everyone.