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Solid Starts App: Comprehensive Review of Baby Food Introduction Platform

by Solid Starts

โ˜…4.9
ANDROIDParenting
Solid Starts provides evidence-based guidance for introducing solid foods to infants. Developed by pediatric specialists, it supports baby-led weaning and transitioning from purees with detailed food preparation instructions and allergy information for parents.

Detailed Review

Solid Positions itself as a comprehensive digital resource for parents navigating the transition to solid foods, developed by a multidisciplinary team including board-certified pediatricians, feeding therapists, and dietitians. The app has gained recognition through Apple's 'App of the Day' and 'Best Apps for Parents' awards, with a reported user base exceeding five million worldwide. The core functionality centers around an extensive food database that provides detailed preparation guidelines for over 200 foods, including appropriate serving sizes, cutting techniques for different developmental stages, and allergy information. Additional features include progress tracking, meal planning tools, and video demonstrations of safe feeding techniques. The platform supports both baby-led weaning and traditional feeding approaches, offering customized recommendations based on the child's age and developmental readiness. User experience is characterized by a clean, intuitive interface that prioritizes quick access to critical information during meal preparation. The search functionality allows parents to immediately identify how to prepare specific foods safely, while the bookmarking system enables saving frequently referenced items. Real-world usage patterns indicate most users engage with the app primarily during meal preparation times and when introducing new foods. User feedback reflects appreciation for the comprehensive content, though pricing structure has generated discussion. Alexa Caplinger's December 2024 review noted satisfaction with the restoration of free access to core features, stating 'Happy to hear the founder returned to correct the database back to being free and accessible.' Similarly, Nardia's updated review acknowledged the developer's responsiveness to user concerns about paywalls. Multiple reviews, including Noa Hass's June 2025 comment, recognize the depth of content while noting the premium subscription cost. The app's primary strength lies in its medically-reviewed content and practical feeding guidance, though the subscription model may present accessibility challenges for some users. It serves as particularly valuable for first-time parents seeking evidence-based feeding guidance and those pursuing baby-led weaning approaches who require detailed food preparation instructions.

Key Features

  • โ€ขComprehensive food database with preparation guidelines for 200+ foods, including age-appropriate cutting techniques and portion sizes
  • โ€ขAllergy introduction protocols developed by specialists, providing structured guidance for common allergenic foods
  • โ€ขVideo library demonstrating proper food preparation and feeding techniques for different developmental stages
  • โ€ขProgress tracking system that records food introductions, preferences, and potential reactions over time
  • โ€ขMeal planning functionality with suggested food combinations and preparation timelines based on infant age
  • โ€ขOffline access capability allowing parents to reference food information without internet connectivity during meals

Why Users Love It

Medically-reviewed content
Comprehensive food database

Perfect for: Parents introducing solid foods to infants using evidence-based methods

Screenshots

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Ranking History

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Current Rank

#17

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+4 from last week

Best Rank

#17

All-time high

Average Rank

#20

30-day average

User Reviews

Alexa Caplinger
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Dec 15, 2024

Update: Happy to hear the founder returned to correct the database back to being free and accessible so parents have a safe, quick reference over profitability in a time where parents are constantly facing pay walls for information and education. I'd gladly donate to a research fund. Thank you, Jenny. Old review: Now I cannot view how to safely provide a meal unless I pay $20/month or $99 a year. I've been using this for 2.5 months for free. I'll take the time to Google then

Nardia
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Dec 15, 2024

* Edit - have now changed rating as team have changed back food search function back to free. Thank you for listening to our feedback.* Disappointed that the food search function is now behind a paywall, after only finding out from someone else commenting on their Instagram page. I would have considered purchasing membership if I had know this change was occurring. Seems unfortunate timing when there was a membership sale of 40% off which finished before the paywall was put up.

Noa Hass
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Jun 23, 2025

Wow, I am trying the app for free for a week. it is packed with ANYTHING and EVERYTHING you ever wanted to know about food for babies/toddlers. So incredibly helpful. I wish it was not so expensive, but with the amount of work and knowledge put in this app, I understand why it is. I might ask someone to gift it to me โค๏ธ Feedback: it would be nice to be able to tick/put a check mark on a list of foods that we have tried, or even have a PDF printable and a visual list as a reference. Thank you ๐Ÿ˜Š

Lanie Naomy
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Feb 4, 2025

awesome app to guidea first time mom on how to introduce solids in other ways besides puree. It helps me introduce my baby to a lot of foods, I used to babysit and food variety was an issue for kids, some would eat the same everyday. I wanted to get my baby used to all kinds of food safely since early age and this app is great

Noa Hass
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Jun 23, 2025

Wow, I am trying the app for free for a week. it is packed with ANYTHING and EVERYTHING you ever wanted to know about food for babies/toddlers. So incredibly helpful. I wish it was not so expensive, but with the amount of work and knowledge put in this app, I understand why it is. I might ask someone to gift it to me โค๏ธ Feedback: it would be nice to be able to tick/put a check mark on a list of foods that we have tried, or even have a PDF printable and a visual list as a reference. Thank you ๐Ÿ˜Š

App Details

Developer

Solid Starts

Platform

android

Rating

โ˜…4.9

Last Updated

10/7/2025