Hoboken Starting Solids Class: Parent + Baby (6-10 months)
About this Event
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2026 AVAILABLE SIGN-UP DATES: 06/15, 07/13, 08/24, 09/28
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Who Should Attend:
- Babies 6–10 months are welcome to attend and participate in provided baby floor seats. See participation requirements below.
✅ Participation Requirements (Safety First): To ensure safe eating during the class, participating babies must meet the following developmental milestones:
- Sitting Up: Able to sit with steady head and neck control (should not be slouching in seat).
- Interest: Showing active interest in food or watching others eat.
- Motor Skills: Bringing hands or toys to their mouth independently.
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What You Will Learn:
Led by Jessica Aleman, Speech & Feeding Specialist.
This comprehensive workshop covers everything you need to know about first foods, including:
- When to Start: Recognizable signs of readiness..
- The Methods: A practical look at both Baby-Led Weaning (BLW) and Purees/Spoon-Feeding (and how to combine them!).
- Food Safety: How to help prevent choking and safe food preparation.
- Allergen Introduction: A step-by-step guide to safely introducing the top 9 allergens (e.g., peanuts, eggs, dairy).
- Nutrition: What nutrients your baby needs and the best first foods to offer.
- Gear: My expert recommendations on must-have feeding tools (high chairs, utensils, cups etc.).
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Jessica's Speech and Feeding Therapy | Hoboken
Agenda
🕑: 01:15 PM - 01:20 PM
✨ Welcome & Your Feeding Goals
Info: We'll start with brief introductions and set our intentions for a positive feeding experience. We'll discuss common parent concerns, from infant nutrition to fears about gagging and choking.
🕑: 01:20 PM - 01:30 PM
Is Your Baby Ready? Key Developmental Signs
Info: Learn exactly what to look for between 5-7 months to know if your baby is ready for their first foods. We'll cover the essential physical milestones beyond just age, ensuring a safe and successful start to your starting solids journey.
🕑: 01:30 PM - 01:40 PM
Building a Strong Foundation: Chewing & Swallowing Skills
Info: Discover how to support your baby's oral motor development. We will explore the progression from purees to textured foods, how to encourage effective chewing skills, and how to manage gagging to prevent picky eating down the road.
🕑: 01:40 PM - 01:50 PM
Your Feeding Style: A Responsive Approach
Info: We'll dive into different feeding methods, including Baby-Led Weaning (BLW), purees, and a combination approach. You'll learn how to implement a responsive feeding style that builds trust, fosters a healthy relationship with food, and helps you create a flexible baby feeding schedule.
🕑: 01:50 PM - 02:05 PM
Time to Eat! A Guided Tasting Experience
Info: Let's put learning into practice! Your baby will get to explore their first tastes with safe, age-appropriate foods and seating provided. This is a hands-on opportunity to practice pacing, seating, and introducing new foods in a supportive environment. (All foods provided are free of common allergens).
🕑: 02:05 PM - 02:15 PM
Ask the Expert: Open Q&A
Info: Get your specific questions answered! This is your time to ask a feeding therapist anything about your child's unique needs, from bottle weaning and cup drinking to specific feeding challenges.
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 25.00 to USD 40.00
