Hi everyone, I'm a new mom and struggling with feeding my picky eater baby. My daughter is 9 months old and has always been reluctant to try new foods. She spits out anything that's not mashed sweet potatoes or bananas. I'm worried she's not getting enough nutrients for her growth and development. I've tried introducing new foods in small quantities, but she just won't take it. I'm looking for any strategies or tips that have worked for other parents dealing with a picky eater baby. Thank you in advance for your help.

Hi, I've been in the same boat as you and have a few tricks up my sleeve to share. My son has always been a picky eater and didn't want to try anything new. What worked for us was introducing new flavors and textures gradually. I would try seasoning purees with different herbs and spices and also offering finger foods like soft cooked carrots and cucumber sticks. Another thing that helped was to make mealtimes a social event. We would all sit at the table together and I would offer my son a spoon to hold, which kept him distracted and happy. Lastly, I found that modeling good eating habits helped. If he saw me and his father eating a variety of foods, he was more likely to try them too. Remember that babies have different taste preferences just like adults, so don't worry too much if your baby isn't interested in something. Keep trying and try not to stress too much. Good luck!