Frequently Asked Questions

Tummi is an app that helps parents start solid foods with confidence. It includes a library of 400+ first foods with prep and allergen notes, meal planning, baby-friendly recipes, food and reaction logging, and an AI assistant for feeding questions.

Yes, Tummi is completely free to download and use. There is no paywall, no hidden fee, and no subscription required.

Tummi is available for iPhone through the App Store and for Android phones through Google Play.

Tummi combines a curated food library, meal planning, baby-friendly recipes, allergen tracking, meal logging, and an AI assistant in one app. It keeps food prep information, upcoming meals, and your baby's feeding history together.

Tummi does not claim endorsement by a pediatrician and does not replace your child's clinician. Its clinical advisors reviewed the app and bring pediatric feeding and development expertise. Food guides include prep, texture, choking-risk, and allergen notes, with supporting source links shown when references are available.

Most pediatricians recommend starting solids around 6 months, when your baby can sit upright with support and shows interest in food. Signs of readiness include reaching for food, opening their mouth when food is offered, and losing the tongue-thrust reflex.

Baby-led weaning is an approach where babies feed themselves soft, age-appropriate finger foods from the start instead of being spoon-fed purees. It encourages self-feeding, helps develop motor skills, and builds a healthy relationship with food. Tummi supports both BLW and traditional approaches.

Great first foods include avocado, banana, sweet potato, eggs, well-cooked meat strips, and iron-fortified cereals. Iron-rich foods are especially important from 6 months as your baby's iron stores begin to deplete. Tummi's food database has 400+ options with age-appropriate prep instructions.

For babies 6–8 months, serve food in long, finger-width strips they can grip in their fist. From 9 months onward, you can offer smaller bite-sized pieces as the pincer grasp develops. Every food in Tummi includes specific cutting guides for each age stage.

At 6 months, start with 1–2 small meals per day alongside breast milk or formula. By 7–8 months, increase to 2–3 meals. By 9–12 months, most babies eat 3 meals with 1–2 snacks. Breast milk or formula remains the primary nutrition source until 12 months.

Baby-led weaning lets babies self-feed finger foods from the start, while traditional weaning begins with spoon-fed purees and gradually introduces textures. Many parents use a combination of both. Tummi supports either approach with prep instructions for every food.

Tummi features over 400 baby-approved first foods organized by category — fruits, vegetables, proteins, grains, legumes, dairy, nuts, and seasonings. Each food includes step-by-step prep instructions and age-appropriate textures.

Yes! You can browse all 400+ foods for free on the Tummi website at tummiapp.com/foods. The online database is organized by category and includes age-appropriate serving suggestions. For full prep instructions and tracking, download the free app.

Yes, Tummi offers 10+ curated lists including international foods, perfect purees, iron-rich first foods, and more.

Every food in Tummi includes clear cutting instructions, choking prevention tips, and texture guidance specific to your baby's age. The database covers safe cooking methods, when foods need to be cooked vs. served raw, and how to modify textures as your baby grows.

Yes, Tummi lets you log every first food, allergen, and reaction to help you catch sensitivities early. The app flags common allergens like peanuts, eggs, dairy, tree nuts, wheat, soy, fish, and shellfish so you know exactly what your baby has been exposed to.

Pediatricians recommend introducing common allergens early — starting around 6 months — and continuing to offer them regularly. Research shows that early and regular exposure to allergens like peanuts and eggs can significantly reduce the risk of developing food allergies.

Start with smooth peanut butter thinned with water or breast milk. Spread a thin layer on toast strips, mix into oatmeal, or stir into yogurt. Never give whole or chopped nuts to babies — they are a choking hazard until age 4+. Tummi helps you track your baby's reaction to each introduction.

Mild reactions like a rash around the mouth are common and usually harmless. For more serious symptoms — hives, swelling, vomiting, or difficulty breathing — seek medical attention immediately. Always introduce new allergens at home, one at a time, and wait 2–3 days before introducing another. Log reactions in Tummi to share with your pediatrician.

Tummi includes a personal AI sous chef that responds to baby feeding questions any time of day, from food prep and meal ideas to questions about allergens.

The Tummi AI assistant provides general feeding information and is not a substitute for your pediatrician. For medical concerns or a possible serious allergic reaction, seek care from a qualified medical professional.

You can ask anything related to baby feeding — food safety, prep methods, portion sizes, allergen introduction, gagging vs. choking, meal ideas for specific ages, and more. The AI gives real, specific answers instead of vague responses.

Yes, Tummi includes a meal logging feature that lets you record every food your baby tries. The calendar view gives you a clear picture of your baby's food journey, and the app automatically tracks which foods and allergens have been introduced.

Yes, you can log any reactions when introducing new foods. This is especially useful for allergen tracking — you can note symptoms, timing, and severity, then share the log with your pediatrician.

Tummi helps you track your baby's food journey so you can see exactly what they've tried and discover new foods to introduce. The curated lists and food database make it easy to find your next meal idea.

Yes, Tummi offers a free downloadable PDF chart covering 101 first foods organized by category with age-appropriate serving suggestions from 6 to 12 months. It's designed to be printed and kept handy in the kitchen.

Yes, the Tummi Food of the Day browser extension is free for Chrome and Chromium-based browsers. It replaces your new tab page with a daily baby food idea and prep notes from the same food library as the app.

Yes, the Tummi blog covers topics like starting solids, baby-led weaning tips, meal ideas by age, allergen introduction guides, and more. Visit tummiapp.com/blog for the latest articles from Team Tummi.

Yes, Tummi takes your privacy seriously. Your data is stored securely and never sold to third parties. You can review the full privacy policy at tummiapp.com/privacy.

Yes, you can delete your account and all associated data at any time. Visit tummiapp.com/delete-account to request account deletion, or contact support@tummiapp.com if you need help.

You can reach the Tummi team at support@tummiapp.com. We're happy to help with any questions, feedback, or issues.