Feeding Milestones

0-3 months
  • Suck-swallow reflex
  • Beginning to bring hand to mouth
4-6 months
  • Takes in a spoonful of pureed food without choking
  • Opens mouth when food is approaching
  • Begins to feed self with fingers
7-12 months
  • Begins to eat ground or finely chopped foods
  • Tries to start feeding with a spoon, but turns it over
1-2 years
  • Consumes all textures
  • Can drink using straw
  • Primarily feeds self
2-3 years
  • Uses fork independently
  • Holds cup with one hand
  • Drinks without spillage
3-4 years
  • Becomes the helper in the kitchen
© 2012 Christina J. Scalise-Morrissey, MS, CCC-SLP