We are still struggling a bit with the solids, but had a pretty amazing breakthrough today....thanks to a good friend ;)
I realized today that our struggles with solids are more likely caused by my inability to let go of complete control and less likely due to Dominic's lack of interest in food. After learning of my frustration, my friend told me about her experience with "baby led weaning" and suggested that I give it a try. (Thanks girlfriend!)
I haven't read the book, but from what I could find online (in the 5 minutes I had to poke around), the idea is to let go of the fear if choking and gagging (and a huge mess) and just give the baby the food. Cut everything up into small piece and let them go to town. Because Dominic is already 10 months, he can likely handle anything I throw at him.
I have been so stressed out about making sure he eats enough and gets a balanced diet that I have made things so much more difficult for myself.
Long story short, I bit the bullet. I made a delicious ziti dish (complete with broccoli and cauliflower puree) I found in Parents magazine. Once I let it cool, I dumped it on his tray and strapped him in. I expected it to lead to a huge mess and a crying baby. I could not have been more wrong! He sat quietly and ate almost all of the ziti I gave him. Here is a video of the splendid event :)
So it looks like a took a step in the right direction today. At the very least, I feel better :)
