Baby-Led Weaning: What Is It, and Why You Need Little Spoon To Make It a Success

I know, I know, “baby-led weaning” has become a buzz word that can cause a lot of tension. But if you’re looking for a way to help your baby transition to solid foods while building independence at mealtime, it’s worth considering.

Chances are, you’re already dabbling in baby-led weaning (BLW) without even realizing it. By educating yourself and taking this approach intentionally, you might love it! If not, that’s totally fine, too—fed is best.

As for me, when I learned about BLW I loved the idea right away and because #momhacks are my saving grace, I found one to help me feed my baby girl. You’ve probably heard of it: Little Spoon. Their Biteables are early finger foods that offer nutritional variety, guaranteed to leave the bad stuff out, and make my life so much easier. Stick with me for these details:  

When I learned about BLW, I loved the idea right away – but I’ll be honest, the prep work felt overwhelming. I wanted to give my baby girl real, whole foods without compromising on nutrition or safety. That’s where Little Spoon Biteables came in. These pre-portioned, baby-safe finger foods make BLW simple, nutritious, and safe. Each meal is packed with veggies, proteins, and whole grains, tested for contaminants, and ready to serve in seconds – so you can focus on enjoying mealtime instead of stressing over it.

Here’s everything you need to know about using Biteables during baby-led weaning:

Baby-led weaning doesn’t have to be all-or-nothing, and it definitely doesn’t have to be stressful. Whether you’re fully committing to BLW or just incorporating finger foods alongside purées, having safe, balanced meals on hand makes all the difference. Little Spoon Biteables are designed to support this stage with real ingredients, thoughtful portions, and zero guesswork – so you can feel confident at the table, even on the messy days.