Starting Solids Class: Baby-Led Weaning & Purees in Hoboken

Are you a new parent in Hoboken, Jersey City, or Weehawken (Hudson County) feeling overwhelmed about introducing solids? Join our recurring monthly Starting Solids Class at the beautiful Bunny Hive in Hoboken! This is the essential workshop for parents of babies aged 6-12 months to feel prepared, safe, and excited for this next milestone.

Join us for our Starting Solids workshop every month at The Bunny Hive! ♡

2026 AVAILABLE SIGN-UP DATES: 01/26, 02/23, 03/30, 04/27

What You Will Learn:

Led by Jessica Aleman, MSEd, CCC-SLP, 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 (this is a major parent fear!) 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.).

Who Should Attend:

• Babies 6–12 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 (6–12 mos) must meet the following developmental milestones:

• Sitting Up: Able to sit with steady head and neck control (sitting in a supportive seat is fine).
• Interest: Showing active interest in food or watching others eat.
• Motor Skills: Bringing hands or toys to their mouth independently