Move Past Purees With Confidence
Use our step-by-step guide to help your baby learn to chew without stress, pressure, or confusion.
If you’ve started solids but feel stuck on purées or mashed foods, you’re not alone — and you don’t have to stay stuck. This 50+ page digital guide walks you through exactly how to help your baby move up the texture hierarchy and start chewing confidently, with expert-backed strategies you can trust.
You’ll get step-by-step instructions, troubleshooting tips for common challenges, recipes for serving different textures, and the reassurance you’ve been looking for.
Whether you’re anxious about introducing new textures or just not sure what to do next — this guide gives you a clear, calm path forward.
WHAT’S INCLUDED:
The Guide To Moving Past Purees
- Step-by-step roadmap for progressing through textures
- Recipes for each stage of the texture hierarchy
- Expert tips + tricks to make mealtime smoother
- Troubleshooting strategies for common feeding challenges
- Guidance you can tailor to your baby’s individual skills
- Mobile-friendly format you can use anytime, anywhere
Step-by-step guidance of how to easily move up the Texture Hierarchy, so your baby can get off purees and get to chewing!
What's Inside?
MOVING PAST PUREES
A Clear Roadmap, Not Just Random Tips
You’ll get a step-by-step plan for moving your baby from smooth purées to more complex textures — so you’re never left wondering “what should I do next?”
Recipes and Practical Ideas Are Included
This isn’t just theory; we’re showing you how to implement these strategies. You’ll get real recipes and serving ideas that show you how to offer each texture in a safe, approachable way.
Troubleshooting Is Built In
Every baby’s journey looks different. That’s why this guide includes strategies for when things don’t go as planned — so you’re ready to navigate bumps in the road with confidence.
Troubleshooting Is Built In
Every baby’s journey looks different. That’s why this guide includes strategies for when things don’t go as planned — so you’re ready to navigate bumps in the road with confidence.
Recipes and Practical Ideas Are Included
This isn’t just theory; we’re showing you how to implement these strategies. You’ll get real recipes and serving ideas that show you how to offer each texture in a safe, approachable way.
A Clear Roadmap, Not Just Random Tips
You’ll get a step-by-step plan for moving your baby from smooth purées to more complex textures — so you’re never left wondering “what should I do next?”
The Best Part About The Guide To Moving Past Purees
You’re not just being told what to do — you’re learning why each step matters, how to read your baby’s cues, and how to adapt based on your child’s readiness.
Moving Past Purees Shouldn’t Have To Feel Scary (and you shouldn’t have to figure it out on your own!)
GIVES YOU THE “HOW” + THE “WHY”
Whether your baby is gumming every bite or spitting out every new texture, this guide meets you where you are — and helps you keep moving forward.
DESIGNED FOR REAL LIFE AND REAL BABIES
Read it in the kitchen, while your baby naps, or standing at the high chair wondering “okay… now what?” You’ll always have expert guidance at your fingertips.
ALWAYS ACCESSIBLE, ALWAYS YOURS
I want you to know that starting solids on purees is a fine choice (one I made myself actually!) But sometimes, it can feel a bit like you’re stuck in the puree mud and can’t get out, so I want to help change that! I created Eat Play Say because I want to give parents accessible educational resources with real answers.
All of our resources are mobile-friendly, never expire, and cut through the chaos so you can parent with clarity instead of confusion.
Hey, I’m Jordyn- Speech-Language Pathologist, Feeding Specialist, and Mom of 2.
MEET THE FOUNDER
Our developmental resources are all created by our team of expert pediatric specialists who really know their stuff (and are moms, too!), made for parents who don’t want to waste time Googling themselves into a hole of doubt.
We specialize in creating milestone guidance that makes you say 'wow, that actually makes sense' instead of 'ugh, what am I doing wrong?'
ABOUT EAT PLAY SAY
The Guide to Moving Past Purees helps you introduce new textures with clarity, calm, and expert support — so you can stop second guessing and start moving forward with the confidence you need to comfortably move past purees.
You’ve made it through purees, now it’s time to move onto the next milestone.
This guide made the jump from purées to finger foods so much easier. the clear step-by-step instructions and helpful photos gave me the confidence to try new textures with my baby. Everything felt practical, simple, and actually doable.
"Clear, step-by-step guidance that gave me confidence"
The Moving Past Purées guide was so helpful when we felt stuck on textures and chewing. It completely removed the stress of figuring out what to offer and how to prepare it. Feeding time became easier, more fun, and way less overwhelming.
"Takes the stress and guesswork out of starting solids"
We struggled with solids until Moving Past Purées reassured me I wasn’t doing anything wrong—my child just wasn’t ready yet. With patience and the guide’s tips, we finally moved into mixed textures, and my child now enjoys so many foods.
"Reassurance and patience during a tricky feeding phase"
Want clear guidance on how to progress safely and strategically
Feel stuck or anxious about introducing more textured foods
Recently started solids but aren’t sure how to move beyond purées
This Guide To Moving Past Purees Is Right For You If You…
Are worried your baby isn’t chewing or tolerating new textures
Need troubleshooting tips for when things don’t go as planned
Want recipes + ideas for offering different textures at each stage
This Guide To Moving Past Purees Is Right For You If You…
Recently started solids but aren’t sure how to move beyond purées
Feel stuck or anxious about introducing more textured foods
Want clear guidance on how to progress safely and strategically
Are worried your baby isn’t chewing or tolerating new textures
Want recipes + ideas for offering different textures at each stage
Need troubleshooting tips for when things don’t go as planned
Step-by-step texture progression roadmap
Parent's Favorite Parts of the Guide to Moving Past Purees
Recipes for each stage of texture introduction
Practical tips for moving beyond purees
Troubleshooting guidance for common challenges
Expert-backed, realistic advice
Mobile-friendly, use-anywhere design
Frequently Asked Questions:
This guide is designed for babies who have started solids but aren’t yet eating more textured or chewable foods — whether you’re early in the solids journey or feeling stuck on purées.
Yes! You’ll get simple, practical recipes that show you how to safely prepare and offer foods at each stage of the texture hierarchy.
Yes- this guide focuses on self-feeding with utensils and whole foods to help you move towards using more Baby-Led Weaning principles, and provide baby with more independence during mealtimes.
The guide includes strategies to help you navigate common challenges like gagging, spitting, or refusing new textures — so you feel equipped and supported every step of the way.
You’ll get instant access to download the guide after purchase. It’s yours to keep forever and read on any device.
YOU’RE WONDERING HOW TO NAVIGATE THIS NEXT STEP.
You’ve successfully introduced purees — congrats! But now you’re staring at the spoon, the mashed food, and the nervous little face across the high chair…
We’re here to help you feel comfortable. This guide doesn’t just tell you to “offer more texture.” It walks you through exactly what to offer, how to offer it, and what to do when your baby refuses, gags, or gets stuck.
Because moving past purées isn’t always simple — but it can be clearer, calmer, and a lot more doable with the right plan in your pocket.
