Am I being stupid?

[caz3007]

My son was on finger food as you describe by the age of 10 months and he used to suck on french sticks and all sorts of things. My cousin was mortified (her son was 6 months older and still on puree) but she did have lots of problems with him eating as a toddler and gagging on lumps at 2.

I would do as suggested and ask mum or dad to give you 10 mins at pick up or a quick phone call to find out how they are actually feeding LO, so you can continue in a similar way. If you cant fit in 40 mins then perhaps have a chat with them to find a way forward and an acceptable time limit

[Tiptoes.]

Hi first of all, thanks to everyone who replied, wasn't expecting so much of a response.

I'm all for baby led weaning, all the children I look after (minus 1) are all babies and encourage it if I feel they can manage it. This baby like I said has no teeth and he doesn't "chew" - he'll swallow everything he has full with attempting to chew it so naturally it is a bit alarming. - this little boy isn't looking for finger foods or is interested in them so I don't want to rush him.

I've worked in childcare for the last 6 years (mainly with babies) so I know not to get in quick as it will frighten them too. But how long can you leave it before something bad happens? I had to deal with real choking before in the past with a baby where the ambulance was called and it was a frightening experience.

Also it's not about being too worried to make a mess, I'm all for that - check my website lol. It's all about babies exploring textures etc - I work with 6 children with the eldest being 25 months.

I just find myself worrying for this little boy and I hope you all understand I'm only looking out for his best interest.

This has been discussed and resolved since but I was only wandering if anyone had similar problems and advice they could give me.

Many thanks