Recipes for Babies 9 to 12 Months

The stage from 9 to 12 months is marked by a new independence in food. Many babies at this stage no longer want to be fed with a spoon, so foods that they can pick up with their hands become important for their nutrition. Also, your baby will likely be able to chew much better, and chunked foods that they can eat on their own will replace purees and mashed foods.