First Foods

at 5 1/2 months, we tried rice cereal, sitting up in our high chairs for the first time. they were so cute. preslee took about two spoonfuls before she realized that it really didn't taste good and she didn't want anymore. she pursed her little lips and refused to open up again. mason loved it! she screamed because i couldn't get the spoon in her mouth fast enough. she ended up eating 1/2 cup the first time and still took a bottle afterwards. at 6 months, we started introducing fruits and vegetables. they have tried peaches, pears, bananas, mango, sweet potatoes, squash, prunes, green peas and avocado so far. i even gave them some guava fruit for breakfast and they loved it. green peas aren't the favorite and i get the wrinkled up nose and the "no mommy!" look when i fix them. on their 6 month birthday, i gave them both a sippy cup and watched in amazement as they rolled on their backs and started to drink from it. no problems!!