How to build food confidence from the start
When we first start weaning, it’s very easy to focus on the measurable things. How much did they eat?Did they swallow it?Did they gag?Should they b...
Sensory feeding difficulties: understanding the early signs, and when to seek support
As with any developmental milestone - one size does not fit all. Babies get there in slightly different ways, and at slightly different paces. Wean...
15 simple ways to support your baby’s sensory development at mealtimes
If you’ve already started weaning, and certainly if you’ve been following our Sensory Weaning series, you’ll have realised by now that babies don’t...
How to reduce mess at mealtimes - without stopping your baby’s exploration
One of the hardest parts of weaning often isn’t knowing what to feed your baby. It’s the mess. The food on the floor. The constant wiping. The fe...
Supporting your little one to develop a healthy relationship with food
Our expert Nutritionist and Sensory Food Specialist Jo Kellam joins us in this short article to talk about the importance of food play, and how our...
The Sensory Baby: Why Mess Matters at Every Stage of the Day
A guest post by Amy, Founder of Good Bubble. Good Bubble make joyful, safe and planet-friendly bathtime products for babies and children, including...
Why Mums Often Feel More Bloated After Birth - And Why It's Not Just About Food
"Why do I suddenly feel so bloated all the time?" If you’ve recently entered motherhood, your body is navigating huge digestive shifts - from fluctuating hormones to changes in gut motility. Founder of Cecii Health, Cecilia Wu, explores why bloating often peaks postpartum and shares gentle, science-backed rituals to help your digestive system recalibrate. Discover why your body isn't broken, it's adjusting, and how small daily habits can lead to a happier gut.
Why Does My Baby Struggle with Textures? A Guide to Sensory Sensitivity & Weaning
Is your baby refusing lumpy foods or gagging at mealtimes? It can be worrying, but it is often a sign of sensory overwhelm rather than "fussy" eating. Understanding that weaning is a full sensory experience - involving much more than just taste - is the first step to calmer mealtimes. Discover the science behind texture refusal, the truth about the gag reflex, and how to build your little explorer's confidence at their own pace.
The Gut–Brain Connection for Mums: Why Stress, Sleep and Food Can Affect Your Mood and Energy After Birth
We invited Cecilia Wu, Founder of Cecii Health - to share her story and her incredible knowledge on the topic of gut health. In this second blog i...
Does a Toddler really need a growing up milk?
Amy Langfield, Co-Founder of Grow with Iris helps to unpick and navigate the confusing world of milk post the ‘First Birthday’ milestone. Weaning i...
The First 1,000 Days: How Your Baby's Gut Microbiome Begins to Shape Future Health
Did you know the foundations for your baby's lifelong health begin long before their first bite of solid food? From conception through to age two, a critical window exists for building a thriving gut microbiome. Founder of Cecii Health, Cecilia Wu, explores how birth, skin-to-skin contact, and sensory food exploration shape your baby’s immunity and brain development. Learn why "eating the rainbow" is about more than just nutrition - it’s about building a resilient gut for life.
Baby-Led Weaning vs. Spoon-Feeding: Are We Asking the Wrong Question?
Is it baby-led weaning or spoon-feeding? For years, this has been the big debate, but at Tidy Tot, we think there’s a much more important question to ask. Discover why the way food reaches their mouth matters less than the sensory experience they have along the way. It’s time to reframe the weaning journey.