Experiences and opinions towards baby-led weaning by healthcare professionals. A qualitative study.
Isabel María Fernandez-MedinaRita Rocío Márquez-DíazMarina Arcas-RuedaMaría Dolores Ruiz-FernandezRocío Ortíz-AmoMaria Isabel Ventura-MirandaPublished in: Pediatric research (2023)
Baby-led weaning is perceived by healthcare professionals as a safe complementary feeding method that promotes chewing, improves growth, and the development of fine motor skills. However, lack of training of healthcare professionals and the family social context of the parents hinders the uptake of baby-led weaning. The views of the family and parents' social context about baby-led weaning may restrict their willingness to use the method. Family education delivered by healthcare professionals may avoid risks and allay parental anxieties about safety.