What do you think?
Rate this book
Feeding Tiny Bellies: Over 100 Baby-Led Weaning, Toddler, and Family Recipes: A Cookbook
A unique baby-led weaning cookbook from Lily Payen of Feeding Tiny Bellies, with over 100 easy recipes for feeding little ones and beyond
Lily Payen, the mama behind the popular baby-led weaning website Feeding Tiny Bellies, knows how challenging it can be to start feeding solids to your baby. When Lily was a new parent faced with offering solids to her baby for the first time, she was lost on where to start, what to feed him, and how to balance making meals for the entire family.
Through trial and error—and two more babies—Lily figured out what worked and what didn't. She created her website, and now, this cookbook, to help other parents and caregivers make meals they can feel confident about serving to their little ones. The 100+ simple recipes—from Strawberry Oatmeal Bars to Avocado Chicken Salad to Parmesan-Crusted Salmon—are designed for babies six months of age who are beginning solids, and each recipe includes tips for modifying and safely serving portions for babies.
Lily guides you through the weaning journey, addressing the most commonly asked questions and providing advice for parents of picky eaters, children with allergies, and more. This book is your one-stop shop for creating delicious recipes that the whole family will love.
Lily Payen, the mama behind the popular baby-led weaning website Feeding Tiny Bellies, knows how challenging it can be to start feeding solids to your baby. When Lily was a new parent faced with offering solids to her baby for the first time, she was lost on where to start, what to feed him, and how to balance making meals for the entire family.
Through trial and error—and two more babies—Lily figured out what worked and what didn't. She created her website, and now, this cookbook, to help other parents and caregivers make meals they can feel confident about serving to their little ones. The 100+ simple recipes—from Strawberry Oatmeal Bars to Avocado Chicken Salad to Parmesan-Crusted Salmon—are designed for babies six months of age who are beginning solids, and each recipe includes tips for modifying and safely serving portions for babies.
Lily guides you through the weaning journey, addressing the most commonly asked questions and providing advice for parents of picky eaters, children with allergies, and more. This book is your one-stop shop for creating delicious recipes that the whole family will love.
475 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 22, 2024
Ratings & Reviews
Friends & Following
Create a free account to discover what your friends think of this book!
Community Reviews
Displaying 1 - 18 of 18 reviews
March 16, 2026
Thorough resource and education chapters before the recipes begin & the recipes are amazing! Easy to follow with vibrant/realistic photos, I’m not ready to cook for my baby yet but I’m going to be making some of these for myself!⭐️
October 22, 2025
My kids have hated all but one recipe so far
July 11, 2026
Great simple recipes for anyone new to cooking. Contains a lot of recipes with cheese if that is of importance to anyone.
March 21, 2025
4.75 Stars
Fantastic! Full of great information presented in a way that's concise and easy to understand. Sample menu and grocery list is SUPER helpful and the recipes look simple and delicious. They all look like something I actually want to eat on a Wednesday night rather than some recipe to save for later when I have time/energy to make it.
One thing I wish would have been included would be a tag of sorts to suggest which recipes would be better suited for younger babies and toddlers or babies in the later stages of eating solids. For example, I won't be feeding the bean and corn quesadillas to my 7mo but that will be a great recipe later on! But I assume a tag was left out to allow families flexibility and promote variety because every babybis different and might be ready for different food at different ages.
Fantastic! Full of great information presented in a way that's concise and easy to understand. Sample menu and grocery list is SUPER helpful and the recipes look simple and delicious. They all look like something I actually want to eat on a Wednesday night rather than some recipe to save for later when I have time/energy to make it.
One thing I wish would have been included would be a tag of sorts to suggest which recipes would be better suited for younger babies and toddlers or babies in the later stages of eating solids. For example, I won't be feeding the bean and corn quesadillas to my 7mo but that will be a great recipe later on! But I assume a tag was left out to allow families flexibility and promote variety because every babybis different and might be ready for different food at different ages.
January 9, 2026
I really enjoyed this cookbook for toddlers and look forward to making some of the recipes to try. The recipe ingredients are easy to obtain, and the recipes are not overwhelming. I also think this would be a great "cooking together" cookbook if you have a toddler who loves to help in the kitchen like I do. I'm especially looking forward to trying Strawberry Oat Cookies, Flaky Fruity Pinwheels, No-Bake Carrot Cake Bites, & Creamy Avocado Pasta (seems perfect for St. Patrick's Day). I look forward to other cookbooks by this author and creator.
January 28, 2025
I’ve been following Lilly on Instagram for awhile and love her recipes. I was excited to have them in a physical form and the recipe book layout is beautiful, easy to read, I love that there is a picture for each recipe.
January 29, 2025
Yes I am adding a cookbook to my read list - it counts.
This was so helpful to meal prep some baby friendly foods, especially breakfast. I have to return this to the library, but i will be checking this out again.
This was so helpful to meal prep some baby friendly foods, especially breakfast. I have to return this to the library, but i will be checking this out again.
September 16, 2025
This book is truly a Godsend. I'm always stuck on what to feed my baby and toddler, but this book has so many ideas AND pictures for every single recipe. Highly recommend if you have little ones.
September 16, 2025
Love this cookbook! Simple, healthy recipes that kids enjoy. Also love that there are pictures of each recipe. The information on baby-led weaning was very helpful as well.
September 26, 2026
**5 Stars**
*Feeding Tiny Bellies* is a wonderful cookbook for families looking for practical and enjoyable ways to introduce little ones to a variety of foods. With more than 100 recipes covering baby-led weaning, toddler meals, and family-friendly dishes, it offers plenty of inspiration for everyday cooking.
What I especially enjoyed is the focus on meals that can be shared by the whole family. Preparing completely separate meals for babies, toddlers, and adults can be exhausting, so having recipes that can work across different stages makes the idea of family mealtimes feel much more manageable.
The recipes provide a nice variety of flavors, textures, and ingredients, giving parents plenty of opportunities to introduce new foods while keeping familiar favorites in the mix. I also appreciated the approachable style, which makes the cookbook feel useful rather than overwhelming.
Beyond the recipes, the book encourages a positive and relaxed attitude toward food. Mealtimes can be an opportunity for children to explore, experiment, and gradually become comfortable with different foods. That makes this cookbook feel like more than just a collection of recipes—it is a helpful companion for an important stage of family life.
Overall, I found *Feeding Tiny Bellies* to be an inspiring and practical cookbook for parents and caregivers. The combination of baby-led-weaning ideas, toddler-friendly recipes, and meals the whole family can enjoy makes it a valuable addition to any family kitchen. A lovely resource for creating delicious meals and positive food experiences together.
*Feeding Tiny Bellies* is a wonderful cookbook for families looking for practical and enjoyable ways to introduce little ones to a variety of foods. With more than 100 recipes covering baby-led weaning, toddler meals, and family-friendly dishes, it offers plenty of inspiration for everyday cooking.
What I especially enjoyed is the focus on meals that can be shared by the whole family. Preparing completely separate meals for babies, toddlers, and adults can be exhausting, so having recipes that can work across different stages makes the idea of family mealtimes feel much more manageable.
The recipes provide a nice variety of flavors, textures, and ingredients, giving parents plenty of opportunities to introduce new foods while keeping familiar favorites in the mix. I also appreciated the approachable style, which makes the cookbook feel useful rather than overwhelming.
Beyond the recipes, the book encourages a positive and relaxed attitude toward food. Mealtimes can be an opportunity for children to explore, experiment, and gradually become comfortable with different foods. That makes this cookbook feel like more than just a collection of recipes—it is a helpful companion for an important stage of family life.
Overall, I found *Feeding Tiny Bellies* to be an inspiring and practical cookbook for parents and caregivers. The combination of baby-led-weaning ideas, toddler-friendly recipes, and meals the whole family can enjoy makes it a valuable addition to any family kitchen. A lovely resource for creating delicious meals and positive food experiences together.
October 10, 2026
★★★★★
**A Wonderful Cookbook for Growing Families**
*Feeding Tiny Bellies: Over 100 Baby-Led Weaning, Toddler, and Family Recipes: A Cookbook* is an appealing resource for parents who want fresh inspiration for feeding their little ones while making family mealtimes more enjoyable. With more than 100 recipes highlighted in its title, this cookbook offers an inviting approach to exploring food throughout different stages of early childhood. I appreciate the focus on baby-led weaning, toddler meals, and family-friendly recipes, which makes the concept especially useful for households looking for variety and convenience. Preparing meals for young children can sometimes feel overwhelming, so having a dedicated cookbook to inspire new ideas can make everyday planning more manageable. The family-oriented approach is particularly appealing because it encourages shared mealtimes and introduces opportunities to explore different flavors and textures together. This book is a promising choice for parents who want to bring creativity into the kitchen while developing enjoyable food routines for their children. Whether you're beginning the journey of introducing solids or searching for new toddler meal ideas, it offers an inviting source of culinary inspiration. Overall, this cookbook deserves consideration as a practical addition to a growing family's collection.
**A Wonderful Cookbook for Growing Families**
*Feeding Tiny Bellies: Over 100 Baby-Led Weaning, Toddler, and Family Recipes: A Cookbook* is an appealing resource for parents who want fresh inspiration for feeding their little ones while making family mealtimes more enjoyable. With more than 100 recipes highlighted in its title, this cookbook offers an inviting approach to exploring food throughout different stages of early childhood. I appreciate the focus on baby-led weaning, toddler meals, and family-friendly recipes, which makes the concept especially useful for households looking for variety and convenience. Preparing meals for young children can sometimes feel overwhelming, so having a dedicated cookbook to inspire new ideas can make everyday planning more manageable. The family-oriented approach is particularly appealing because it encourages shared mealtimes and introduces opportunities to explore different flavors and textures together. This book is a promising choice for parents who want to bring creativity into the kitchen while developing enjoyable food routines for their children. Whether you're beginning the journey of introducing solids or searching for new toddler meal ideas, it offers an inviting source of culinary inspiration. Overall, this cookbook deserves consideration as a practical addition to a growing family's collection.
September 18, 2026
★★★★★
Feeding Tiny Bellies is a wonderful resource for parents looking for simple, nutritious, and family-friendly meal ideas. The variety of recipes makes it much easier to introduce babies and toddlers to different flavors and textures without making mealtime feel complicated.
I especially appreciate how the recipes are practical enough for busy families while still offering plenty of wholesome options. The book provides inspiration for baby-led weaning as well as meals that the whole family can enjoy, which makes it especially useful as children grow.
The recipes are approachable, clearly presented, and varied enough to keep meals interesting. It is reassuring to have so many ideas in one place when trying to build healthy eating habits from an early age.
Overall, Feeding Tiny Bellies is a thoughtfully organized cookbook that takes some of the stress out of feeding little ones. It is full of useful inspiration, easy ideas, and family-friendly recipes that can become part of everyday mealtimes. A great addition to any parent's kitchen and an excellent five-star resource for families exploring homemade food.
Feeding Tiny Bellies is a wonderful resource for parents looking for simple, nutritious, and family-friendly meal ideas. The variety of recipes makes it much easier to introduce babies and toddlers to different flavors and textures without making mealtime feel complicated.
I especially appreciate how the recipes are practical enough for busy families while still offering plenty of wholesome options. The book provides inspiration for baby-led weaning as well as meals that the whole family can enjoy, which makes it especially useful as children grow.
The recipes are approachable, clearly presented, and varied enough to keep meals interesting. It is reassuring to have so many ideas in one place when trying to build healthy eating habits from an early age.
Overall, Feeding Tiny Bellies is a thoughtfully organized cookbook that takes some of the stress out of feeding little ones. It is full of useful inspiration, easy ideas, and family-friendly recipes that can become part of everyday mealtimes. A great addition to any parent's kitchen and an excellent five-star resource for families exploring homemade food.
September 17, 2026
★★★★★
Feeding Tiny Bellies is a wonderful cookbook for parents who want to make mealtimes easier, healthier, and more enjoyable for the whole family. The recipes are practical, approachable, and thoughtfully suited to different stages, from baby-led weaning to toddler meals and family favorites. I especially appreciate how the book takes the stress out of figuring out what to serve little ones while still keeping the food appealing for everyone at the table. The variety of recipes makes it easy to discover new ideas without relying on complicated ingredients or elaborate preparation. A genuinely useful resource for busy parents looking for nutritious, family-friendly meals. Five stars!
Feeding Tiny Bellies is a wonderful cookbook for parents who want to make mealtimes easier, healthier, and more enjoyable for the whole family. The recipes are practical, approachable, and thoughtfully suited to different stages, from baby-led weaning to toddler meals and family favorites. I especially appreciate how the book takes the stress out of figuring out what to serve little ones while still keeping the food appealing for everyone at the table. The variety of recipes makes it easy to discover new ideas without relying on complicated ingredients or elaborate preparation. A genuinely useful resource for busy parents looking for nutritious, family-friendly meals. Five stars!
August 27, 2026
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Such a helpful and inspiring cookbook for parents! I love the variety of recipes and how the meals are designed to work for babies, toddlers, and the whole family. The baby-led weaning ideas are creative, approachable, and make mealtime feel much less complicated. With so many nutritious and family-friendly options, this is a great resource for anyone looking to make healthy homemade meals that little ones can enjoy. Highly recommended! ❤️
Such a helpful and inspiring cookbook for parents! I love the variety of recipes and how the meals are designed to work for babies, toddlers, and the whole family. The baby-led weaning ideas are creative, approachable, and make mealtime feel much less complicated. With so many nutritious and family-friendly options, this is a great resource for anyone looking to make healthy homemade meals that little ones can enjoy. Highly recommended! ❤️
September 16, 2025
This cookbook has been a lifesaver with recipes for our whole family. It ranges from simple snacks to family meals, sweet to savory, and just a mix that everyone loves. Lily does an amazing job making the recipes super easy to follow. Not to mention the layout and the pictures are all beautiful. It is a true staple in our kitchen!! Thank you!
January 4, 2026
This is my favorite cookbook to use for my 1.5 yr old toddler because he has a very selective palette but will eat all the foods I make from this. He loves it so much that he will ask for more. Also, Lily includes notes on substitutions which I have often resorted to when I don’t have an ingredient.
October 25, 2024
Such a great book with so much information! Love that there is a picture for every single recipe!
October 31, 2024
I love this book! I've followed Lily on her website since I first started feeding my daughter solid foods; the recipes are usually fairly simple and always delicious.
Displaying 1 - 18 of 18 reviews