How long did it take DC to get the OPEN MOUTH concept when feeding them??

DS is 7 months and either he just sucks the food off the spoon or I have to squeeze it between his lips. It isnt that he doesnt want it, he isnt getting upset or turning his head not to eat it. Its even with food i know he loves. It gas gotten worse since he got teeth

Oh and when is this spitting thing (pirsing his lips together and blowing) going to end?

Re: How long did it take DC to get the OPEN MOUTH concept when feeding them??

I can't say I remember how long, but I can say it wasn't too long. Maybe a week??? Believe me, not long. Im sure that is frustrating for you becuase it is so natural for us-this is a totally new concept for you dc. Hang in their, it wil come naturally soon!

Re: How long did it take DC to get the OPEN MOUTH concept when feeding them??

about a week, but DS was already salivating with big puppy eyes at us when we ate anything - and this was at 3.5m. We ate in front of him all the time. I snack all day instead of eating meals, and usually munching on something while I'm taking him from one room to the next.

Keep in mind, all babies are different.
I know of a baby that didn't eat solids till she was 12m, and she grew up to be a healthy, active, gorgeous girl, attending Cal Tech next fall.

Re: How long did it take DC to get the OPEN MOUTH concept when feeding them??

She got it in a few days.

Only issue is now she might have to relearn it- she has been sick and refusing solids to the point she purses her lips tight so I can't even sneak it in.

Re: How long did it take DC to get the OPEN MOUTH concept when feeding them??

Thanks! He has been eating solids since 4 months. He had it somewhat then he started just sucking it off the spoon. Now since he has teeth its worse. I guess ill have to try to teach him to open his mouth