How watery or thick should you make puree?
⚡ Short answer: For a baby starting at 6 months, the ideal starting puree consistency is between **thick broth** - thin enough to drip slightly from a spoon but thick enough not to flow immediately.
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bir anne · Feeding
How watery should I make starting purees? If too thick baby can't swallow, if too thin they won't be full.
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For a baby starting at 6 months, the ideal starting puree consistency is between thick broth - thin enough to drip slightly from a spoon but thick enough not to flow immediately.
A practical test: draw a line on clean puree with your finger; if the line stays visible a few seconds before slowly disappearing, the consistency is right. If it drips off the spoon like water, it's too thin.
Don't worry about fullness by consistency - puree thickness doesn't determine fullness, nutrient density does. Adding a bit of olive oil or avocado adjusts nutrition without changing thickness.
As baby's mouth and tongue muscles strengthen, you can gradually thicken purees - but in early weeks this consistency helps baby deal with the tongue-pushing reflex (pushing food out) and is easier to swallow.
⚕️ Health note: This answer is for general information only; it is not medical advice. Every baby is different — for decisions about your baby's health, consult your pediatrician.
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