I agree with Marcellus, another thing to be mindful of is choking - if they cant sit up thats definately a hazard
Our DS watches us eat with interest too, but again he watches most things we do with interest anyway so I dont take that as a sign of readiness for solids as yet....
The WHO (World Health Organisation) recommends starting solids at 6 months - handy to know
vb, it can be so confusing can't it! I agree that watching you eat and showing interest is just one sign. At that age they really do want to be part of everything and it doesn't mean that his digestive system is ready for solids. As a PP said, the WHO guidelines say 6 months, and so do the Australian medical bodies. The reason for this is that most babies' systems aren't ready before then. Some are, but even if they are there is no harm done by waiting as solids aren't needed before 6 months. But starting before they are ready can cause problems.
GL with your decision hun. It's one that many of us struggle with. One thing I can say for sure though, is that life is much cleaner and easier before they eat solids!!
I really also want to stress that it is not a good idea to put anything in a baby bottle other than drink. This is a very serious choking risk and medical professionals advise against this, except in very specific circumstances when there are special medical needs.
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