It is recommended that parents introduce a baby spoon as soon as possible when starting to introduce solid food to the baby. We have compiled some tips to help you determine when to use tableware and what steps to take to ensure your baby is on the right track to learn how to use the spoon successfully. We have also compiled recommended products that can enable your baby to learn how to use the spoon successfully and reduce stress as much as possible.

What should a baby be able to hold a spoon?

Most babies can only use the spoon after they are 18 months old. But it is a good idea to get your child to use the spoon from an early age. Usually, the baby will keep reaching for the spoon to let you know when to start. The most important tip: Use one spoon to feed the baby and the other spoon to feed it.

How do I teach my baby to hold a spoon?

As with spoon feeding, the most important thing that can be done initially is to let the baby or the current child try it. In the early stages of feeding babies, this means giving babies their own spoon when feeding them. In this way, babies can associate the spoon with the meal, and they can exercise their fine motor skills a little bit. Encourage him to do this by placing your hand on top of him, guiding the utensil toward the food, and then moving it into his mouth together. Most babies will find it easier to master the habit of using a spoon before making a fork. Be sure to allow many opportunities for practice on both devices.

What kind of spoon do babies use?

A special spoon is your best choice. Baby spoons are small, so the food they hold is just enough to hold your little child’s mouth. Most models also have a soft tip that can gently touch the baby's gums, and has an ergonomic handle to make feeding more comfortable on your wrist.

Here are our preferred spoons: