Everyone is different, everyone is unique; so is your baby! Just embrace the differences and realize that although there are specific limits and rules for passing on to solids, they may differ among babies. Some babies may rush to take their first bite and some may wish to enjoy their mother's breast a few weeks more. Most babies give clear signs when they are ready to eat solid foods. Therefore you might want to track these cues.
Look for the following cues to decide: your baby’s curiosity about the food you are eating, the way he watches you and tries to reach your food, sometimes the way he moves his mouth…
His loss of interest in breast milk may be another sign… Simple and easy, right?
Depending on his increasing calorie need, your baby may start to wake up more often at night. But this doesn’t necessarily mean that he needs more calories. In the first 4 months, you shouldn’t give any food to your baby other than breast milk or formula – not even pudding- assuming he will sleep better.
Before the time to introduce solids, your baby should be able to sit well when supported. Feeding the babies while they are lying down may cause choking and is very dangerous. So please don’t take any risks and always be careful about this crucial point.
When your baby starts eating solid foods, he should be able to turn and move the food to the back of her mouth with his tongue. Less drooling may be a sign that he is swallowing better. However if your baby's teething, you might still see a lot of drool. Therefore, you should observe and decide. It’s always rewarding to watch your little baby grow; what you should do is to enjoy these countless little rewards every single day and grow along with him beautifully.