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Next Cohort Starts June 3rd
·
Spots Limited
First bites. Lasting
foundation.
Join the Solid Starts team for four weeks of live training, backed by research and the experts who've guided millions of families through solids — so you can raise a child who tries everything, fears nothing, and finds joy in every meal.
As Seen In
Perfect for
First-time parents preparing to start solids and wanting to give their baby the best start
Been-here-before parents who want to do things differently this time around or are looking for a refresher
Grandparents and caregivers who want to support the parents in their lives and understand current, modern approaches to introducing solids
Parents who started on purees and are ready to transition to more textured foods
You've done all the research.So why don't you feel ready to start?
I've read everything — and I still don't feel ready to put food in front of my baby.
That's because readiness doesn't come from reading. It comes from having someone walk alongside you — answering your specific questions as it's actually happening.
My baby gagged the first time I gave them solids — now I'm too scared to try again.
Gagging is normal. Choking is rare. But without knowing the difference, every mealtime feels like a crisis waiting to happen.
My baby is on purees but I feel like we need to start real solids before it's too late.
The window feels like it's closing and the pressure is real. You don't need to panic — you need a plan.
My baby is in the magic window but won't put anything in their mouth.
You're doing everything you're supposed to, and it's still not clicking. There are reasons — and solutions.
I just don't know where to start — I'm completely overwhelmed.
Every parent group adds more noise. Overwhelm isn't a you problem — it's an information-without-guidance problem.
You've followed us on Instagram and done all the research but you still don’t feel ready because information alone was never going to be enough. You need real guidance, live accountability, and the reassurance of a pediatric feeding expert who can look at your baby and tell you you're on the right track.
That's exactly what this program is.
This program
is for you if…
Your baby is 4–6 months and you're approaching the starting-solids magic window
The fear of choking is keeping you from starting — or from enjoying it
You want to introduce allergens safely — and "safely" shouldn't mean sitting in a hospital parking lot just in case
You've introduced an allergen but aren't sure how to keep up regular exposure
You want to feed your baby in a way that feels right for you — whether that's BLW, purees, or somewhere in between
You've done the research and still feel like you're missing something
You're overwhelmed by the mental load of introducing solids on top of everything else new parenthood asks of you
You're a Solid Starts follower who wants real-time, expert-led support
This is NOT for you if…
Your baby has complex medical or feeding needs that require specialist clinical intervention
Your baby is under 4 months and not yet approaching the readiness window
Your baby is already confidently eating a wide variety of textures and self-feeding
Joyful mealtimes, curious eaters,
and memories made at the table.
What you can expect after completing this program.
You sit down to meals without fear
You know what gagging looks like, how to prepare every food safely, and exactly what to do if you need to act.
You've given your baby their first foods
Not just thinking about it — actually done it. You know exactly what foods you want to serve your baby and how to offer them.
Allergens are introduced — with a plan
You know exactly how to introduce allergens and maintain regular allergen exposure going forward.
You're raising a curious, adventurous eater
You understand textures, flavors, and how to build on the momentum — and you know how to respond if challenges arise, with a strong foundation that carries your family well beyond these first bites.
Meet Kary & Kim —
your pediatric pros.
Kary and Kim are the leading minds in infant feeding — recognized not just by the millions of families they've guided, but by the thousands of pediatric professionals around the world who look to them as mentors.
Their clinical expertise spans the full spectrum of infant and child feeding including deep, specialized knowledge of food refusal at every age and stage. When Kary and Kim are in the room, you're in the best possible hands.
This training isn't a course you watch alone at 11pm. It's live, it's personal, and they're there with you every step of the way.
Kary Rappaport
OTR/L, MS, SCFES, IBCLC
Feeding & Swallowing Specialist
·
Mom of two
Kary specializes in family mealtime dynamics and eating issues across the spectrum — from breastfeeding challenges and picky eating to dysphagia, tube feeding, and complex food refusal. Her experience spans outpatient therapy, pediatric acute care in a high-acuity NICU, in-home settings, and Well Child visits. Kary has worked with thousands of infants and children as they learn to eat, and has taught parents and medical professionals on this topic for nearly two decades.
Kim Grenawitzke
OTD, OTR/L, SCFES, IBCLC, CNT
Senior Feeding & Swallowing Specialist
·
Mom of two
Kim has spent the majority of her career in pediatric acute care at some of the largest children's hospitals on the West Coast, with a focus on neonatal (NICU) feeding and swallowing, breastfeeding with high-risk infants, and infant/pediatric cardiac rehabilitation. She also works with families navigating breastfeeding challenges, transitioning to solids, selective eating, tube weaning, and oral motor development.
You're not just
learning about solids.
You're doing it — week by week, with us.
Each session maps directly to where your baby is that week. Every question you bring is about something you're actually doing right now — not something you'll get to someday.
The curriculum:
1.
Getting Started
Readiness · Research · Method · Tools
Readiness assessment for your baby — where is your baby right now, and what do they need to get ready
Activities to build the skills they need before starting
Addressing your fears with real examples
The research: what the science actually says
Choosing your method: BLW, purees, or a combination and guidance to help you decide what is best for you and your family
Safe high chair set up and tools you need
Live Q&A
Your takeaway
You leave ready to offer your baby their very first foods. With confidence, not guesswork.
2.
Baby's First Foods
Schedule · Safety · First Foods
Building a mealtime schedule that fits real life
Gagging vs. choking: what each looks like and what to do
Safe food preparation by age: how to cut, cook, and serve
Brief CPR review so you’re prepared, not panicked
Choosing your first foods and how to offer them
All about nutrition, seasonings and sugar for babies
Live Q&A
Your takeaway
By the end of this week, you'll have given your baby their first foods!
3.
Allergen Introduction
Introduction · Reactions · Maintenance
How to introduce common allergens safely — what to offer, how much, and when
What to do when you spot a reaction and real examples
How to maintain regular allergen exposure once introduced
Tips to prevent food allergies
FPIES
Live Q&A
Your takeaway
You know exactly what to look for when introducing your first allergens.
4.
Skills, Textures & Raising a Happy Eater
Textures · Skills · Milestones · Troubleshooting
Advancing textures and flavors — how to know when your baby is ready for more
Building eating skills: introducing utensils and open cups
Milestones: the pincer grasp and when to change food sizes
Regressions and how it impacts solids
Picky eating prevention and fear of new foods
What to expect beyond first bites, how to troubleshoot common scenarios and when to seek extra support
Your takeaway
You finish with the full picture — the tools, the knowledge, and the foundation to raise a curious, adventurous eater.
Everything you need — already inside.
When you enroll you don't just get 4 weeks of live training. You get a complete toolkit built by our pediatric team.
Solid Starts First Foods Introduction Method
Value $1999
Live training with the pediatric feeding experts who built Solid Starts and have guided over 17 million families through introducing solids. Raise a happy healthy eater, not just for these first months, but for life.
The Solid Starts App
Value $249
The #1 parenting app for starting solids. With a database of 500+ foods, safe serving sizes by age, allergen tracking, and meal planning tools built specifically for families at this stage. Use it alongside the program, and keep coming back to it long after. Complete Plan members receive lifetime access.
Starting Solids: The Essentials
Value $299
You have enough on your plate — we'll give only the information you need to know to feel confident and safe when introducing solids. Includes choking & CPR guide, lists of first foods, nutrition cheat sheet, activity workbook, safe high chair set up, meal planning strategies and allergy substitution strategies.
Complete Plan
Private Community Access
Value $997
You don't have to figure this out alone. Join our private community for support and connection with families at the exact same stage as you. Ask questions, share wins and know there's always someone in your corner. Our Solid Starts experts will be moderating and answering questions to help you along the way.
Guest Expert Sessions
Value $1499
Live group sessions with pediatric feeding experts who go beyond the basics: Dr. Rachel Ruiz (Pediatrician & Pediatric Gastroenterologist), Dr. Sakina Bajowala (Pediatric & Adult Allergist/Immunologist), and Venus Kalami (Pediatric Registered Dietitian & Nutritionist). The clinical depth most parents never get access to.
Complete Plan
Two Follow-Up Check-In Sessions
Value $599
Two group follow-up sessions with Kary and Kim around moments when your baby’s eating is expected to change so the support carries you well past the first bites.
Complete Plan
Picky Eating Prevention and Toddler Eating Playbook
Value $199
Toddlers bring a whole new set of challenges to the table. Unlock the complete library of picky eating guides and course videos — food refusal, weaning, mealtime strategies, and beyond. Designed for ages 1 to 6.
Complete Plan
From exactly where you are right now.
Every parent below was in your shoes — nervous, overwhelmed, Googling at midnight. Here's what happened next.
The advice has been invaluable in coaching me on how to offer food safely with love. My little boy turned one last week and I’m thrilled to say is a vigorous eater, but almost more importantly, we are a happy eating family - meal times are our favorite part of the day!
— Rachel
There is a LOT of baby led weaning information out there and Solid Starts has been the one that makes me feel confident and comfortable in feeding my child.
— Brenna
The other week our baby had his first allergic reaction and it would have been far more chaos, fear, and uncertainty had it not been for YOU and your incredible resources. I knew to undress him so I could monitor if it was spreading, thanks to you. I knew it was an allergic reaction vs acidic reaction, thanks to you. And I knew where I could go for more info, thanks to you.
— Rebecca
When it came time to start solids, I felt confident, I felt informed, and I was able to politely decline the many suggestions that my baby needed rice cereal, choosing instead to introduce her straight away to the foods we already enjoy as a family.
— Natalie
You have shown me that babies love to eat when given the chance. My baby has grown beautifully and (though sometimes refusing some foods) she has a good relationship with food and enjoy meal times.
— Jessica
I cannot even begin to tell you how invaluable Solid Starts has been to us as we have continued introducing new foods to our 13 month old. We are constantly getting compliments as to how good of an eater he is!
— Kim
Thanks for teaching me the signs to watch for after introducing allergens. I was very methodical about when and how we did it and was able to spot the signs of a reaction and confidently get him to the ER right away.
— Shanna
Everything fits in your kitchen.
No extras required.
What you'll need:
Your baby
Bring them to the live sessions — Kary and Kim love seeing them, and it helps to have them right there as you learn.
A device to join live
Phone, tablet or laptop to join the session.
A high chair
Any high chair that keeps your baby upright and supported at the table. We'll cover what to look for in Week 1.
Utensils
Any spoon with a shallow bowl will work. Ideally a spoon with a short handle and the bowl fits easily in baby’s mouth.
An open cup
An open cup or straw cup for introducing sips of water alongside solids.
Your favorite foods
The best first foods are the ones you already cook and love. Your baby joins your table — not the other way around.
Choose your level of support.
Pre-Sale — 50% Off
Next Cohort Starts June 3, 2026. Spots Limited.
Live Training
The Foundations Program
$499
$250
Pre-sale price · Limited spots available
Price locks in at $250 when you enroll today. Returns to $499 once pre-sale closes.
4 weeks of live group training with Kary & Kim
Weekly live Q&A — bring your questions, your baby and your worries
All session recordings to rewatch anytime
1 year access to the Solid Starts App
Baby Nutrition Cheat Sheet
Building Blocks for the Table — activities guide to help your baby reach the milestones needed to start solids
High Chair Setup Checklist
Meal planning strategies to make introducing solids easy
Allergy substitution strategies when your baby has a confirmed allergy
Enroll at Pre-Sale Price
Full Program
Most Popular
The Complete Program
$1,999
$999
Or 4 payments of $260
Pre-sale price · Limited spots available
Price locks in at $999 when you enroll today. Returns to $1,999 once pre-sale closes.
Everything in the Foundations Program
Weekly mealtime video review — submit a video of your baby eating to get personalized feedback on your baby's progress
Private community access for ongoing Q&A between sessions
Two follow-up check-in sessions with Kim and Kary
Guest Session with Dr. Rachel Ruiz, Pediatrician and Pediatric Gastroenterologist
Guest Session with Dr. Sakina Bajowala, Pediatric Allergist
Guest session with Venus Kalami, Registered Dietitian & Nutritionist
Lifetime access to the Solid Starts App
Full picky eating and toddler resource library - weaning, food refusal, picky eating strategies and beyond
Enroll at Pre-Sale Price
Frequently asked questions.
When are the calls? What if I can't make it live?
All live sessions are recorded and available within 24 hours. The cohort kicks off June 3rd, 2026 and occur each Wednesday at 9AM PST/12PM EST.
My baby is 5 months and not quite ready — should I still enroll?
Absolutely. Week 1 is specifically designed to help you assess readiness and support your baby in getting there. Many parents begin the training slightly before their baby is fully ready, and by Week 2 they're right on track.
We don't know if we want to start with BLW or purees yet — is this still right for us?
Yes — this is exactly who this program was built for. Kary and Kim cover BLW, traditional purees, and the combination approach in depth. You'll leave with the knowledge to choose confidently and flex between methods as your baby grows.
What will be covered in the check in sessions?
Update us with your progress and get help with any troubleshooting. We'll cover common scenarios we see around the 8 month and 12 month ages and strategies to help you best prepare for them.
What is the weekly video submission included in the Complete program?
Bring us into your mealtimes by submitting up to three videos per week for Kim and Kary to review and give recommendations based on your baby's progress.
What is the private community access in the Complete program?
You will have access to a chat with other families in the program along with pediatric feeding professionals on the Solid Starts team to get answers to your feeding questions that come up as you are introducing foods.
Is there a payment plan available?
Yes. The Complete Program is available as 4 payments of $260 (pre-sale), spread over the program. Payment plans are processed automatically — just select the option at checkout.
Cohort starts June 3rd
Your baby is ready.
So are you.
50% off. Ends soon
Spots for the June 3rd cohort are limited. Lock in your pre-sale price before enrollment closes.
Enroll Now
Next Cohort Starts June 3rd
·
Spots Limited
First bites.
Lasting foundation.
Join the Solid Starts team for four weeks of live training, backed by research and the experts who've guided millions of families through solids — so you can raise a child who tries everything, fears nothing, and finds joy in every meal.
As Seen In
Perfect for
First-time parents preparing to start solids and wanting to give their baby the best start
Been-here-before parents who want to do things differently this time around or are looking for a refresher
Grandparents and caregivers who want to support the parents in their lives and understand current, modern approaches to introducing solids
Parents who started on purees and are ready to transition to more textured foods
You've done all the research.So why don't you feel ready to start?
I've read everything — and I still don't feel ready to put food in front of my baby.
That's because readiness doesn't come from reading. It comes from having someone walk alongside you — answering your specific questions as it's actually happening.
My baby gagged the first time I gave them solids — now I'm too scared to try again.
Gagging is normal. Choking is rare. But without knowing the difference, every mealtime feels like a crisis waiting to happen.
My baby is in the magic window but won't put anything in their mouth.
You're doing everything you're supposed to, and it's still not clicking. There are reasons — and solutions.
My baby is on purees but I feel like we need to start real solids before it's too late.
The window feels like it's closing and the pressure is real. You don't need to panic — you need a plan.
I just don't know where to start — I'm completely overwhelmed.
Every parent group adds more noise. Overwhelm isn't a you problem — it's an information-without-guidance problem.
You've followed us on Instagram, read every article, downloaded every guide. And you still don't feel ready — because information alone was never going to be enough. You need real guidance, live accountability, and the reassurance of a pediatric expert who can look at your baby and tell you you're on the right track.
That's exactly what this program is.
This program is for you if…
Your baby is 4–6 months and you're approaching the starting-solids magic window
The fear of choking is keeping you from starting — or from enjoying it
You want to introduce allergens safely — and "safely" shouldn't mean sitting in a hospital parking lot just in case
You've introduced an allergen but aren't sure how to keep up regular exposure
You want to feed your baby in a way that feels right for you — whether that's BLW, purees, or somewhere in between
You've done the research and still feel like you're missing something
You're overwhelmed by the mental load of introducing solids on top of everything else new parenthood asks of you
You're a Solid Starts follower who wants real-time, expert-led support
This is NOT for you if…
Your baby has complex medical or feeding needs that require specialist clinical intervention
Your baby is under 4 months and not yet approaching the readiness window
Your baby is already confidently eating a wide variety of textures and self-feeding
Joyful mealtimes, curious eaters,
and memories made at the table.
What you can expect after completing this program.
You sit down to meals without fear
You know what gagging looks like, how to prepare every food safely, and exactly what to do if you need to act.
You've given your baby their first foods
Not just thinking about it — actually done it. You know exactly what foods you want to serve your baby and how to offer them.
Allergens are introduced — with a plan
You have a schedule, a checklist, and the calm to follow it. You know exactly how to maintain regular allergen exposure going forward.
You're raising a curious, adventurous eater
You understand textures, flavors, and how to build on the momentum — and you know how to respond if challenges arise, with a strong foundation that carries your family well beyond these first bites.
Meet Kary & Kim — your pediatric pros.
Kary and Kim are the leading minds in infant feeding — recognized not just by the millions of families they've guided, but by the thousands of pediatric professionals around the world who look to them as mentors.
Their clinical expertise spans the full spectrum of infant and child feeding — including deep, specialized knowledge of food refusal at every age and stage. When Kary and Kim are in the room, you're in the best possible hands.
This training isn't a course you watch alone at 11pm. It's live, it's personal, and they're there with you every step of the way.
Kary Rappaport
OTR/L, MS, SCFES, IBCLC
Feeding & Swallowing Specialist
·
Mom of two
Kary specializes in family mealtime dynamics and eating issues across the spectrum — from breastfeeding challenges and picky eating to dysphagia, tube feeding, and complex food refusal. Her experience spans outpatient therapy, pediatric acute care in a high-acuity NICU, in-home settings, and Well Child visits. Kary has worked with thousands of infants and children as they learn to eat, and has taught parents and medical professionals on this topic for nearly two decades.
Kim Grenawitzke
OTD, OTR/L, SCFES, IBCLC, CNT
Senior Feeding & Swallowing Specialist
·
Mom of two
Kim has spent the majority of her career in pediatric acute care at some of the largest children's hospitals on the West Coast, with a focus on neonatal (NICU) feeding and swallowing, breastfeeding with high-risk infants, and infant/pediatric cardiac rehabilitation. She also works with families navigating breastfeeding challenges, transitioning to solids, selective eating, tube weaning, and oral motor development.
You're not just learning about solids.
You're doing it — week by week, with us.
Each session maps directly to where your baby is that week. Every question you bring is about something you're actually doing right now — not something you'll get to someday.
The curriculum:
1.
Getting Started
Readiness · Research · Method · Tools
Readiness assessment — where is your baby right now, and what do they need to get ready
Activities to help your baby build the skills they need before starting
The research — what the science actually says, and dispelling the myths you've already absorbed
Choosing your method: BLW, purees, or a combination — with expert guidance to help you decide
The tools you actually need (and the ones you don't)
Your takeaway
You leave this session ready to offer your baby their very first foods — with confidence, not guesswork.
2.
Baby's First Foods
Schedule · Safety · First Foods
Readiness assessment — where is your baby right now, and what do they need to get ready
Activities to help your baby build the skills they need before starting
The research — what the science actually says, and dispelling the myths you've already absorbed
Choosing your method: BLW, purees, or a combination — with expert guidance to help you decide
The tools you actually need (and the ones you don't)
Your takeaway
You leave this session ready to offer your baby their very first foods — with confidence, not guesswork.
3.
Allergen Introduction
Introduction · Reactions · Maintenance
Readiness assessment — where is your baby right now, and what do they need to get ready
Activities to help your baby build the skills they need before starting
The research — what the science actually says, and dispelling the myths you've already absorbed
Choosing your method: BLW, purees, or a combination — with expert guidance to help you decide
The tools you actually need (and the ones you don't)
Your takeaway
You leave this session ready to offer your baby their very first foods — with confidence, not guesswork.
4.
Skills, Textures & Raising a Happy Eater
Textures · Skills · Milestones · Troubleshooting
Readiness assessment — where is your baby right now, and what do they need to get ready
Activities to help your baby build the skills they need before starting
The research — what the science actually says, and dispelling the myths you've already absorbed
Choosing your method: BLW, purees, or a combination — with expert guidance to help you decide
The tools you actually need (and the ones you don't)
Your takeaway
You leave this session ready to offer your baby their very first foods — with confidence, not guesswork.
Everything you need —
already inside.
When you enroll you don't just get 4 weeks of live training.
You get a complete toolkit built by our pediatric team.
Baby Readiness Assessment Kit
Value $97
Know exactly where your baby is developmentally and what they need before that first bite.
Choking Prevention & CPR Guide
Value $67
The difference between gagging and choking, safe food prep by age, and what to do in an emergency — ready to pin to your fridge.
First Foods Checklist
Value $97
Safe serving sizes, textures, and prep methods for the best first foods — organized by age.
Allergen Introduction Schedule & Recipes
Value $47
A week-by-week guide for all 9 major allergens — what to introduce, how to watch for reactions, and how to maintain exposure.
Picky Eating Prevention Playbook
Complete Plan
Value $127
Research-backed strategies to raise adventurous eaters — food refusals, the 9-month regression, and when to seek extra support.
Guest Expert Sessions
Complete Plan
Value $427
Live sessions with Dr. Ruiz, Dr. Bajowala & Venus Kalami — specialists covering allergies, gastroenterology, and nutrition.
8 & 12-Month Check-In Sessions
Complete Plan
Value $427
Two dedicated follow-up sessions with Kary and Kim as your baby grows — so the support carries you well beyond the starting-solids window.
From exactly where you are right now.
Every parent below was in your shoes — nervous, overwhelmed, Googling at midnight. Here's what happened next.
The advice has been invaluable in coaching me on how to offer food safely with love. My little boy turned one last week and I’m thrilled to say is a vigorous eater, but almost more importantly, we are a happy eating family - meal times are our favorite part of the day!
— Rachel
There is a LOT of baby led weaning information out there and Solid Starts has been the one that makes me feel confident and comfortable in feeding my child.
— Brenna
When it came time to start solids, I felt confident, I felt informed, and I was able to politely decline the many suggestions that my baby needed rice cereal, choosing instead to introduce her straight away to the foods we already enjoy as a family.
— Natalie
You have shown me that babies love to eat when given the chance. My baby has grown beautifully and (though sometimes refusing some foods) she has a good relationship with food and enjoy meal times.
— Jessica
I cannot even begin to tell you how invaluable Solid Starts has been to us as we have continued introducing new foods to our 13 month old. We are constantly getting compliments as to how good of an eater he is!
— Kim
Thanks for teaching me the signs to watch for after introducing allergens. I was very methodical about when and how we did it and was able to spot the signs of a reaction and confidently get him to the ER right away.
— Shanna
The other week our baby had his first allergic reaction and it would have been far more chaos, fear, and uncertainty had it not been for YOU and your incredible resources. I knew to undress him so I could monitor if it was spreading, thanks to you. I knew it was an allergic reaction vs acidic reaction, thanks to you. And I knew where I could go for more info, thanks to you.
— Rebecca
Everything fits in your kitchen.
No extras required.
What you'll need:
Your baby
Bring them to the live sessions — Kary and Kim love seeing them, and it helps to have them right there as you learn.
A device to join live
Phone, tablet or laptop to join the session.
A high chair
Any high chair that keeps your baby upright and supported at the table. We'll cover what to look for in Week 1.
Baby utensils
A soft-tipped spoon to start. We'll walk you through what else you might want to add and when.
An open cup
A small open cup for introducing sips of water alongside solids.
Your favorite foods
The best first foods are the ones you already cook and love. Your baby joins your table — not the other way around.
Choose your level of support.
Pre-Sale — 50% Off
Next Cohort Starts June 3, 2026. Spots Limited.
Live Training
The Foundations Program
$499
$250
Pre-sale price · Limited spots available
Price locks in at $250 when you enroll today. Returns to $499 once pre-sale closes.
4 weeks of live group training with Kary & Kim
Weekly live Q&A — bring your questions, your baby, your worries
All session recordings to rewatch anytime
Baby readiness assessment checklist
Choking prevention & CPR quick-reference guide
First foods checklist — what to offer and when
Allergen introduction schedule & recipes
Enroll at Pre-Sale Price
Full Program
Most Popular
The Complete Program
$1,999
$999
Or 4 payments of $260Pre-sale price · Limited spots available
Price locks in at $999 when you enroll today. Returns to $1,999 once pre-sale closes.
4 weeks of live group training with Kary & Kim
Weekly live Q&A — bring your questions, your baby, your worries
All session recordings to rewatch anytime
Baby readiness assessment checklist
Choking prevention & CPR quick-reference guide
First foods checklist — what to offer and when
Allergen introduction schedule & recipes
Weekly video submission for live review by Kary & Kim
Weekly meal plan & guided activities
Private community access for ongoing Q&A between sessions
8-month check-in session with Kary & Kim
12-month check-in session with Kary & Kim
Full resource library — guides from starting solids through toddlerhood & picky eating prevention
Bonus: Guest session with Dr. Rachel Ruiz, Pediatric Gastroenterologist
Bonus: Guest session with Dr. Sakina Bajowala, Pediatric Allergist
Bonus: Guest session with Venus Kalami, Registered Dietitian
Enroll at Pre-Sale Price
Everything you need to know.
When are the calls? What if I can't make it live?
My baby is 5 months and not quite ready — should I still enroll?
We don't know if we want to start with BLW or purees yet — is this still right for us?
Is there a payment plan available?
What will be covered in the 8 month and 12 month check in sessions?
What is the weekly video submission included in the Complete program?
What is the private community access in the Complete program?
Cohort starts June 3rd
Your baby is ready.
So are you.
50% off. Ends soon
Spots for the June 3rd cohort are limited. Lock in your pre-sale price before enrollment closes.
Enroll Now
Next Cohort Starts June 3rd
·
Spots Limited
First bites.
Lasting foundation.
Join the Solid Starts team for four weeks of live training, backed by research and the experts who've guided millions of families through solids — so you can raise a child who tries everything, fears nothing, and finds joy in every meal.
As Seen In
Perfect for
First-time parents preparing to start solids and wanting to give their baby the best start
Been-here-before parents who want to do things differently this time around or are looking for a refresher
Grandparents and caregivers who want to support the parents in their lives and understand current, modern approaches to introducing solids
Parents who started on purees and are ready to transition to more textured foods
You've done all the research.So why don't you feel ready to start?
I've read everything — and I still don't feel ready to put food in front of my baby.
That's because readiness doesn't come from reading. It comes from having someone walk alongside you — answering your specific questions as it's actually happening.
My baby gagged the first time I gave them solids — now I'm too scared to try again.
Gagging is normal. Choking is rare. But without knowing the difference, every mealtime feels like a crisis waiting to happen.
My baby is in the magic window but won't put anything in their mouth.
You're doing everything you're supposed to, and it's still not clicking. There are reasons — and solutions.
My baby is on purees but I feel like we need to start real solids before it's too late.
The window feels like it's closing and the pressure is real. You don't need to panic — you need a plan.
I just don't know where to start — I'm completely overwhelmed.
Every parent group adds more noise. Overwhelm isn't a you problem — it's an information-without-guidance problem.
You've followed us on Instagram, read every article, downloaded every guide. And you still don't feel ready — because information alone was never going to be enough. You need real guidance, live accountability, and the reassurance of a pediatric expert who can look at your baby and tell you you're on the right track.
That's exactly what this program is.
This program is for you if…
Your baby is 4–6 months and you're approaching the starting-solids magic window
The fear of choking is keeping you from starting — or from enjoying it
You want to introduce allergens safely — and "safely" shouldn't mean sitting in a hospital parking lot just in case
You've introduced an allergen but aren't sure how to keep up regular exposure
You want to feed your baby in a way that feels right for you — whether that's BLW, purees, or somewhere in between
You've done the research and still feel like you're missing something
You're overwhelmed by the mental load of introducing solids on top of everything else new parenthood asks of you
You're a Solid Starts follower who wants real-time, expert-led support
This is NOT for you if…
Your baby has complex medical or feeding needs that require specialist clinical intervention
Your baby is under 4 months and not yet approaching the readiness window
Your baby is already confidently eating a wide variety of textures and self-feeding
Joyful mealtimes, curious eaters,
and memories made at the table.
What you can expect after completing this program.
You sit down to meals without fear
You know what gagging looks like, how to prepare every food safely, and exactly what to do if you need to act.
You've given your baby their first foods
Not just thinking about it — actually done it. You know exactly what foods you want to serve your baby and how to offer them.
Allergens are introduced — with a plan
You have a schedule, a checklist, and the calm to follow it. You know exactly how to maintain regular allergen exposure going forward.
You're raising a curious, adventurous eater
You understand textures, flavors, and how to build on the momentum — and you know how to respond if challenges arise, with a strong foundation that carries your family well beyond these first bites.
Meet Kary & Kim — your pediatric pros.
Kary and Kim are the leading minds in infant feeding — recognized not just by the millions of families they've guided, but by the thousands of pediatric professionals around the world who look to them as mentors.
Their clinical expertise spans the full spectrum of infant and child feeding — including deep, specialized knowledge of food refusal at every age and stage. When Kary and Kim are in the room, you're in the best possible hands.
This training isn't a course you watch alone at 11pm. It's live, it's personal, and they're there with you every step of the way.
Kary Rappaport
OTR/L, MS, SCFES, IBCLC
Feeding & Swallowing Specialist
·
Mom of two
Kary specializes in family mealtime dynamics and eating issues across the spectrum — from breastfeeding challenges and picky eating to dysphagia, tube feeding, and complex food refusal. Her experience spans outpatient therapy, pediatric acute care in a high-acuity NICU, in-home settings, and Well Child visits. Kary has worked with thousands of infants and children as they learn to eat, and has taught parents and medical professionals on this topic for nearly two decades.
Kim Grenawitzke
OTD, OTR/L, SCFES, IBCLC, CNT
Senior Feeding & Swallowing Specialist
·
Mom of two
Kim has spent the majority of her career in pediatric acute care at some of the largest children's hospitals on the West Coast, with a focus on neonatal (NICU) feeding and swallowing, breastfeeding with high-risk infants, and infant/pediatric cardiac rehabilitation. She also works with families navigating breastfeeding challenges, transitioning to solids, selective eating, tube weaning, and oral motor development.
You're not just learning about solids.
You're doing it — week by week, with us.
Each session maps directly to where your baby is that week. Every question you bring is about something you're actually doing right now — not something you'll get to someday.
1.
Getting Started
Readiness · Research · Method · Tools
Readiness assessment — where is your baby right now, and what do they need to get ready
Activities to help your baby build the skills they need before starting
The research — what the science actually says, and dispelling the myths you've already absorbed
Choosing your method: BLW, purees, or a combination — with expert guidance to help you decide
The tools you actually need (and the ones you don't)
Your takeaway
You leave this session ready to offer your baby their very first foods — with confidence, not guesswork.
2.
Baby's First Foods
Schedule · Safety · First Foods
Readiness assessment — where is your baby right now, and what do they need to get ready
Activities to help your baby build the skills they need before starting
The research — what the science actually says, and dispelling the myths you've already absorbed
Choosing your method: BLW, purees, or a combination — with expert guidance to help you decide
The tools you actually need (and the ones you don't)
Your takeaway
You leave this session ready to offer your baby their very first foods — with confidence, not guesswork.
3.
Allergen Introduction
Introduction · Reactions · Maintenance
Readiness assessment — where is your baby right now, and what do they need to get ready
Activities to help your baby build the skills they need before starting
The research — what the science actually says, and dispelling the myths you've already absorbed
Choosing your method: BLW, purees, or a combination — with expert guidance to help you decide
The tools you actually need (and the ones you don't)
Your takeaway
You leave this session ready to offer your baby their very first foods — with confidence, not guesswork.
4.
Skills, Textures & Raising a Happy Eater
Textures · Skills · Milestones · Troubleshooting
Readiness assessment — where is your baby right now, and what do they need to get ready
Activities to help your baby build the skills they need before starting
The research — what the science actually says, and dispelling the myths you've already absorbed
Choosing your method: BLW, purees, or a combination — with expert guidance to help you decide
The tools you actually need (and the ones you don't)
Your takeaway
You leave this session ready to offer your baby their very first foods — with confidence, not guesswork.
Everything you need —
already inside.
When you enroll you don't just get 4 weeks of live training.
You get a complete toolkit built by our pediatric team.
Baby Readiness Assessment Kit
Value $97
Know exactly where your baby is developmentally and what they need before that first bite.
Choking Prevention & CPR Guide
Value $67
The difference between gagging and choking, safe food prep by age, and what to do in an emergency — ready to pin to your fridge.
First Foods Checklist
Value $97
Safe serving sizes, textures, and prep methods for the best first foods — organized by age.
Allergen Introduction Schedule & Recipes
Value $47
A week-by-week guide for all 9 major allergens — what to introduce, how to watch for reactions, and how to maintain exposure.
Picky Eating Prevention Playbook
Complete Plan
Value $127
Research-backed strategies to raise adventurous eaters — food refusals, the 9-month regression, and when to seek extra support.
Guest Expert Sessions
Complete Plan
Value $427
Live sessions with Dr. Ruiz, Dr. Bajowala & Venus Kalami — specialists covering allergies, gastroenterology, and nutrition.
8 & 12-Month Check-In Sessions
Complete Plan
Value $427
Two dedicated follow-up sessions with Kary and Kim as your baby grows — so the support carries you well beyond the starting-solids window.
From exactly where you are right now.
Every parent below was in your shoes — nervous, overwhelmed, Googling at midnight. Here's what happened next.
The advice has been invaluable in coaching me on how to offer food safely with love. My little boy turned one last week and I’m thrilled to say is a vigorous eater, but almost more importantly, we are a happy eating family - meal times are our favorite part of the day!
— Rachel
There is a LOT of baby led weaning information out there and Solid Starts has been the one that makes me feel confident and comfortable in feeding my child.
— Brenna
When it came time to start solids, I felt confident, I felt informed, and I was able to politely decline the many suggestions that my baby needed rice cereal, choosing instead to introduce her straight away to the foods we already enjoy as a family.
— Natalie
You have shown me that babies love to eat when given the chance. My baby has grown beautifully and (though sometimes refusing some foods) she has a good relationship with food and enjoy meal times.
— Jessica
I cannot even begin to tell you how invaluable Solid Starts has been to us as we have continued introducing new foods to our 13 month old. We are constantly getting compliments as to how good of an eater he is!
— Kim
Thanks for teaching me the signs to watch for after introducing allergens. I was very methodical about when and how we did it and was able to spot the signs of a reaction and confidently get him to the ER right away.
— Shanna
The other week our baby had his first allergic reaction and it would have been far more chaos, fear, and uncertainty had it not been for YOU and your incredible resources. I knew to undress him so I could monitor if it was spreading, thanks to you. I knew it was an allergic reaction vs acidic reaction, thanks to you. And I knew where I could go for more info, thanks to you.
— Rebecca
Everything fits in your kitchen.
No extras required.
Your baby
Bring them to the live sessions — Kary and Kim love seeing them, and it helps to have them right there as you learn.
A device to join live
Phone, tablet or laptop to join the session.
A high chair
Any high chair that keeps your baby upright and supported at the table. We'll cover what to look for in Week 1.
Baby utensils
A soft-tipped spoon to start. We'll walk you through what else you might want to add and when.
An open cup
A small open cup for introducing sips of water alongside solids.
Your favorite foods
The best first foods are the ones you already cook and love. Your baby joins your table — not the other way around.
Choose your level of support.
Pre-Sale — 50% Off
Next Cohort Starts June 3, 2026. Spots Limited.
Live Training
The Foundations Program
$499
$250
Pre-sale price · Limited spots available
Price locks in at $250 when you enroll today. Returns to $499 once pre-sale closes.
4 weeks of live group training with Kary & Kim
Weekly live Q&A — bring your questions, your baby, your worries
All session recordings to rewatch anytime
Baby readiness assessment checklist
Choking prevention & CPR quick-reference guide
First foods checklist — what to offer and when
Allergen introduction schedule & recipes
Enroll at Pre-Sale Price
Full Program
Most Popular
The Complete Program
$1,999
$999
Or 4 payments of $260Pre-sale price · Limited spots available
Price locks in at $999 when you enroll today. Returns to $1,999 once pre-sale closes.
4 weeks of live group training with Kary & Kim
Weekly live Q&A — bring your questions, your baby, your worries
All session recordings to rewatch anytime
Baby readiness assessment checklist
Choking prevention & CPR quick-reference guide
First foods checklist — what to offer and when
Allergen introduction schedule & recipes
Weekly video submission for live review by Kary & Kim
Weekly meal plan & guided activities
Private community access for ongoing Q&A between sessions
8-month check-in session with Kary & Kim
12-month check-in session with Kary & Kim
Full resource library — guides from starting solids through toddlerhood & picky eating prevention
Bonus: Guest session with Dr. Rachel Ruiz, Pediatric Gastroenterologist
Bonus: Guest session with Dr. Sakina Bajowala, Pediatric Allergist
Bonus: Guest session with Venus Kalami, Registered Dietitian
Enroll at Pre-Sale Price
Everything you need to know.
When are the calls? What if I can't make it live?
My baby is 5 months and not quite ready — should I still enroll?
We don't know if we want to start with BLW or purees yet — is this still right for us?
Is there a payment plan available?
What will be covered in the 8 month and 12 month check in sessions?
What is the weekly video submission included in the Complete program?
What is the private community access in the Complete program?
Cohort starts June 3rd
Your baby is ready.
So are you.
50% off. Ends soon
Spots for the June 3rd cohort are limited. Lock in your pre-sale price before enrollment closes.
Copyright © 2026
Solid Starts Inc
Enroll Now
Next Cohort Starts June 3rd
·
Spots Limited
First bites.
Lasting foundation.
Join the Solid Starts team for four weeks of live training, backed by research and the experts who've guided millions of families through solids — so you can raise a child who tries everything, fears nothing, and finds joy in every meal.
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Perfect for
First-time parents preparing to start solids and wanting to give their baby the best start
Been-here-before parents who want to do things differently this time around or are looking for a refresher
Grandparents and caregivers who want to support the parents in their lives and understand current, modern approaches to introducing solids
Parents who started on purees and are ready to transition to more textured foods
You've done all the research.So why don't you feel ready to start?
I've read everything — and I still don't feel ready to put food in front of my baby.
That's because readiness doesn't come from reading. It comes from having someone walk alongside you — answering your specific questions as it's actually happening.
My baby gagged the first time I gave them solids — now I'm too scared to try again.
Gagging is normal. Choking is rare. But without knowing the difference, every mealtime feels like a crisis waiting to happen.
My baby is in the magic window but won't put anything in their mouth.
You're doing everything you're supposed to, and it's still not clicking. There are reasons — and solutions.
My baby is on purees but I feel like we need to start real solids before it's too late.
The window feels like it's closing and the pressure is real. You don't need to panic — you need a plan.
I just don't know where to start — I'm completely overwhelmed.
Every parent group adds more noise. Overwhelm isn't a you problem — it's an information-without-guidance problem.
You've followed us on Instagram, read every article, downloaded every guide. And you still don't feel ready — because information alone was never going to be enough. You need real guidance, live accountability, and the reassurance of a pediatric expert who can look at your baby and tell you you're on the right track.
That's exactly what this program is.
This program is for you if…
Your baby is 4–6 months and you're approaching the starting-solids magic window
The fear of choking is keeping you from starting — or from enjoying it
You want to introduce allergens safely — and "safely" shouldn't mean sitting in a hospital parking lot just in case
You've introduced an allergen but aren't sure how to keep up regular exposure
You want to feed your baby in a way that feels right for you — whether that's BLW, purees, or somewhere in between
You've done the research and still feel like you're missing something
You're overwhelmed by the mental load of introducing solids on top of everything else new parenthood asks of you
You're a Solid Starts follower who wants real-time, expert-led support
This is NOT for you if…
Your baby has complex medical or feeding needs that require specialist clinical intervention
Your baby is under 4 months and not yet approaching the readiness window
Your baby is already confidently eating a wide variety of textures and self-feeding
Joyful mealtimes, curious eaters,
and memories made at the table.
What you can expect after completing this program.
You sit down to meals without fear
You know what gagging looks like, how to prepare every food safely, and exactly what to do if you need to act.
You've given your baby their first foods
Not just thinking about it — actually done it. You know exactly what foods you want to serve your baby and how to offer them.
Allergens are introduced — with a plan
You have a schedule, a checklist, and the calm to follow it. You know exactly how to maintain regular allergen exposure going forward.
You're raising a curious, adventurous eater
You understand textures, flavors, and how to build on the momentum — and you know how to respond if challenges arise, with a strong foundation that carries your family well beyond these first bites.
Meet Kary & Kim —
your pediatric pros.
Kary and Kim are the leading minds in infant feeding — recognized not just by the millions of families they've guided, but by the thousands of pediatric professionals around the world who look to them as mentors.
Their clinical expertise spans the full spectrum of infant and child feeding — including deep, specialized knowledge of food refusal at every age and stage. When Kary and Kim are in the room, you're in the best possible hands.
This training isn't a course you watch alone at 11pm. It's live, it's personal, and they're there with you every step of the way.
Kary Rappaport
OTR/L, MS, SCFES, IBCLC
Feeding & Swallowing Specialist
·
Mom of two
Kary specializes in family mealtime dynamics and eating issues across the spectrum — from breastfeeding challenges and picky eating to dysphagia, tube feeding, and complex food refusal. Her experience spans outpatient therapy, pediatric acute care in a high-acuity NICU, in-home settings, and Well Child visits. Kary has worked with thousands of infants and children as they learn to eat, and has taught parents and medical professionals on this topic for nearly two decades.
Kim Grenawitzke
OTD, OTR/L, SCFES, IBCLC, CNT
Senior Feeding & Swallowing Specialist
·
Mom of two
Kim has spent the majority of her career in pediatric acute care at some of the largest children's hospitals on the West Coast, with a focus on neonatal (NICU) feeding and swallowing, breastfeeding with high-risk infants, and infant/pediatric cardiac rehabilitation. She also works with families navigating breastfeeding challenges, transitioning to solids, selective eating, tube weaning, and oral motor development.
You're not just learning about solids.
You're doing it — week by week, with us.
Each session maps directly to where your baby is that week. Every question you bring is about something you're actually doing right now — not something you'll get to someday.
1.
Getting Started
Readiness · Research · Method · Tools
Readiness assessment — where is your baby right now, and what do they need to get ready
Activities to help your baby build the skills they need before starting
The research — what the science actually says, and dispelling the myths you've already absorbed
Choosing your method: BLW, purees, or a combination — with expert guidance to help you decide
The tools you actually need (and the ones you don't)
Your takeaway
You leave this session ready to offer your baby their very first foods — with confidence, not guesswork.
2.
Baby's First Foods
Schedule · Safety · First Foods
Readiness assessment — where is your baby right now, and what do they need to get ready
Activities to help your baby build the skills they need before starting
The research — what the science actually says, and dispelling the myths you've already absorbed
Choosing your method: BLW, purees, or a combination — with expert guidance to help you decide
The tools you actually need (and the ones you don't)
Your takeaway
You leave this session ready to offer your baby their very first foods — with confidence, not guesswork.
3.
Allergen Introduction
Introduction · Reactions · Maintenance
Readiness assessment — where is your baby right now, and what do they need to get ready
Activities to help your baby build the skills they need before starting
The research — what the science actually says, and dispelling the myths you've already absorbed
Choosing your method: BLW, purees, or a combination — with expert guidance to help you decide
The tools you actually need (and the ones you don't)
Your takeaway
You leave this session ready to offer your baby their very first foods — with confidence, not guesswork.
4.
Skills, Textures & Raising a Happy Eater
Textures · Skills · Milestones · Troubleshooting
Readiness assessment — where is your baby right now, and what do they need to get ready
Activities to help your baby build the skills they need before starting
The research — what the science actually says, and dispelling the myths you've already absorbed
Choosing your method: BLW, purees, or a combination — with expert guidance to help you decide
The tools you actually need (and the ones you don't)
Your takeaway
You leave this session ready to offer your baby their very first foods — with confidence, not guesswork.
Everything you need —
already inside.
When you enroll you don't just get 4 weeks of live training.
You get a complete toolkit built by our pediatric team.
Baby Readiness Assessment Kit
Value $97
Know exactly where your baby is developmentally and what they need before that first bite.
Choking Prevention & CPR Guide
Value $67
The difference between gagging and choking, safe food prep by age, and what to do in an emergency — ready to pin to your fridge.
First Foods Checklist
Value $97
Safe serving sizes, textures, and prep methods for the best first foods — organized by age.
Allergen Introduction Schedule & Recipes
Value $47
A week-by-week guide for all 9 major allergens — what to introduce, how to watch for reactions, and how to maintain exposure.
Picky Eating Prevention Playbook
Complete Plan
Value $127
Research-backed strategies to raise adventurous eaters — food refusals, the 9-month regression, and when to seek extra support.
Guest Expert Sessions
Complete Plan
Value $427
Live sessions with Dr. Ruiz, Dr. Bajowala & Venus Kalami — specialists covering allergies, gastroenterology, and nutrition.
8 & 12-Month Check-In Sessions
Complete Plan
Value $427
Two dedicated follow-up sessions with Kary and Kim as your baby grows — so the support carries you well beyond the starting-solids window.
From exactly where you are right now.
Every parent below was in your shoes — nervous, overwhelmed, Googling at midnight. Here's what happened next.
The advice has been invaluable in coaching me on how to offer food safely with love. My little boy turned one last week and I’m thrilled to say is a vigorous eater, but almost more importantly, we are a happy eating family - meal times are our favorite part of the day!
— Rachel
There is a LOT of baby led weaning information out there and Solid Starts has been the one that makes me feel confident and comfortable in feeding my child.
— Brenna
When it came time to start solids, I felt confident, I felt informed, and I was able to politely decline the many suggestions that my baby needed rice cereal, choosing instead to introduce her straight away to the foods we already enjoy as a family.
— Natalie
You have shown me that babies love to eat when given the chance. My baby has grown beautifully and (though sometimes refusing some foods) she has a good relationship with food and enjoy meal times.
— Jessica
I cannot even begin to tell you how invaluable Solid Starts has been to us as we have continued introducing new foods to our 13 month old. We are constantly getting compliments as to how good of an eater he is!
— Kim
Thanks for teaching me the signs to watch for after introducing allergens. I was very methodical about when and how we did it and was able to spot the signs of a reaction and confidently get him to the ER right away.
— Shanna
The other week our baby had his first allergic reaction and it would have been far more chaos, fear, and uncertainty had it not been for YOU and your incredible resources. I knew to undress him so I could monitor if it was spreading, thanks to you. I knew it was an allergic reaction vs acidic reaction, thanks to you. And I knew where I could go for more info, thanks to you.
— Rebecca
Everything fits in your kitchen.
No extras required.
Your baby
Bring them to the live sessions — Kary and Kim love seeing them, and it helps to have them right there as you learn.
A device to join live
Phone, tablet or laptop to join the session.
A high chair
Any high chair that keeps your baby upright and supported at the table. We'll cover what to look for in Week 1.
Baby utensils
A soft-tipped spoon to start. We'll walk you through what else you might want to add and when.
An open cup
A small open cup for introducing sips of water alongside solids.
Your favorite foods
The best first foods are the ones you already cook and love. Your baby joins your table — not the other way around.
Choose your level of support.
Pre-Sale — 50% Off
Next Cohort Starts June 3, 2026. Spots Limited.
Live Training
The Foundations Program
$499
$250
Pre-sale price · Limited spots available
Price locks in at $250 when you enroll today. Returns to $499 once pre-sale closes.
4 weeks of live group training with Kary & Kim
Weekly live Q&A — bring your questions, your baby, your worries
All session recordings to rewatch anytime
Baby readiness assessment checklist
Choking prevention & CPR quick-reference guide
First foods checklist — what to offer and when
Allergen introduction schedule & recipes
Enroll at Pre-Sale Price
Full Program
Most Popular
The Complete Program
$1,999
$999
Or 4 payments of $260Pre-sale price · Limited spots available
Price locks in at $999 when you enroll today. Returns to $1,999 once pre-sale closes.
4 weeks of live group training with Kary & Kim
Weekly live Q&A — bring your questions, your baby, your worries
All session recordings to rewatch anytime
Baby readiness assessment checklist
Choking prevention & CPR quick-reference guide
First foods checklist — what to offer and when
Allergen introduction schedule & recipes
Weekly video submission for live review by Kary & Kim
Weekly meal plan & guided activities
Private community access for ongoing Q&A between sessions
8-month check-in session with Kary & Kim
12-month check-in session with Kary & Kim
Full resource library — guides from starting solids through toddlerhood & picky eating prevention
Bonus: Guest session with Dr. Rachel Ruiz, Pediatric Gastroenterologist
Bonus: Guest session with Dr. Sakina Bajowala, Pediatric Allergist
Bonus: Guest session with Venus Kalami, Registered Dietitian
Enroll at Pre-Sale Price
Everything you need to know.
When are the calls? What if I can't make it live?
My baby is 5 months and not quite ready — should I still enroll?
We don't know if we want to start with BLW or purees yet — is this still right for us?
Is there a payment plan available?
What will be covered in the 8 month and 12 month check in sessions?
What is the weekly video submission included in the Complete program?
What is the private community access in the Complete program?
Cohort starts June 3rd
Your baby is ready.
So are you.
50% off. Ends soon
Spots for the June 3rd cohort are limited. Lock in your pre-sale price before enrollment closes.
Copyright © 2026
Solid Starts Inc