General educational guidance. Not clinician-reviewed or a substitute for individual medical advice.
Soft oat porridge for babiesA simple preparation idea for babies around six months and older who are ready for solids. Adjust consistency to feeding ability; this is one food, not a complete daily menu.↗Soft lentil and carrot mash for babiesAn uncomplicated lentil-and-vegetable idea for babies around six months and older who are ready for solids. It can also sit alongside other foods in a varied toddler meal.↗
Use recipes as part of a varied day
Start with ingredients and textures your child can manage. These two ideas are not a complete meal plan. Use your local feeding guidance when planning variety and introducing allergens.
Choose plain ingredients, follow food-hygiene instructions and check labels. There is no need to buy a special baby-food machine to begin; the right equipment depends on the texture you need and what you already own.
NHS: starting solids and feeding ↗