#asktheexpert my son is 14 months old , He gags any thing is given without being soaked. he eats chapati but in soggy format. How to deal with this situation. he doesn't sit at one place to eat .

A. It sounds like your 14-month-old son has a sensitive gag reflex and prefers softer textures. This is common at this age as some babies take time to transition to solid textures. Here’s how you can help: 👶 Tips to Help Him Adjust to Solid Textures: ✅ Gradually increase texture – Instead of fully soggy chapati, try offering it slightly less soaked each time. ✅ Offer finger foods – Soft foods like banana, steamed carrot sticks, avocado slices, or soft paneer cubes can encourage chewing. ✅ Encourage self-feeding – Let him explore food with his hands to get comfortable with textures. ✅ Practice chewing – Show him how to chew by exaggerating your chewing movements when eating together. ✅ Avoid force-feeding – Let him take his time to explore and eat at his own pace. ✅ Check oral motor skills – If he consistently gags on all solid foods, you might consult a pediatrician or feeding specialist.