Frequently Asked Questions

New here? Whether you're about to start solids, are deep into baby-led weaning (BLW), spoon-feeding exclusively, or somewhere in between, figuring it out — the questions below cover what you're probably wondering before you order your first batch.

Baby-led weaning (BLW) is an approach to introducing solids where babies are given safely-textured table foods and encouraged to self-feed, instead of being spoon-fed purees the whole way through. It's been linked to supporting a baby's oral motor development, pincer grasp, and jaw development — the physical groundwork for eating (and eventually, talking). It's also the approach our meals are built around from the ground up.

Table foods are any food or meal that is not purposely pureed for babies’ consumption. Table food may also be any foods that are age-appropriate for babies that the whole family eats, for example: fruits cut and prepped in a safe way.


Yes. Our dishes are made with BLW-friendly textures as the starting point, but every meal can be blended down after reheating to whatever consistency works for your family — smoother for spoon-feeding, chunkier for BLW, or somewhere in between. You're not locked into one approach just because you've ordered from us.


Yes, absolutely. Blend the meal down after reheating to a spoon-feeding consistency, and you're set — no need to change how you feed your baby to use our meals. Plenty of our customers spoon-feed exclusively, and plenty more move between both depending on the day. Feed however works for your family; the meals adapt to you, not the other way round.


Yes! We're still SG's baby-led weaning pioneer at heart, and BLW-friendly textures are still the core of what we do.

But we've added a Puree Blends line for the families who need it, whether that's because your baby's just starting solids and isn't quite ready for texture yet, your paediatrician has you on a slower introduction, or you're simply more comfortable easing in with purees first.

One brand, one weekly rotation, whichever stage your baby's actually at.


Purees can be eaten chilled straight from the fridge if you prefer; best thawed overnight from frozen, or warmed the same way as our other meals. Either way, once thawed, use within 24 hours.


Our Puree Blends are smooth, superfood-boosted purees suited to babies just starting solids — think first-food stage, before self-feeding textures come into the picture.

Our BLW meals are the textured, table-food style dishes we're known for, built for self-feeding once your baby's ready, whether that's straight away at 6m, or further down the line.

Many families use both across the weaning journey — purees first, textured meals as your baby progresses — or mix and match depending on the day and how your baby's feeling.

Plate & Play meals are for any family building their baby's weekly food rotation — not just for the chaotic nights. That includes parents and caregivers who:

  • want their baby's or toddler's weekly meals already sorted, so cooking becomes optional instead of obligatory
  • are looking for flavourful meals that genuinely expand their little one's palate
  • want zero added salt, sugar or nasties in the mix — every day, not just some days
  • are newer to preparing appropriately-textured food for babies and toddlers
  • have a baby who's rejected purées and needs more texture in the rotation
  • travel often and want reliable, familiar meals waiting wherever they landPlate & Play meals are for any family building their baby's weekly food rotation — not just for the chaotic nights. That includes parents and caregivers who:
  • want their baby's or toddler's weekly meals already sorted, so cooking becomes optional instead of obligatory
  • are looking for flavourful meals that genuinely expand their little one's palate
  • want zero added salt, sugar or nasties in the mix — every day, not just some days
  • are newer to preparing appropriately-textured food for babies and toddlers
  • have a baby who's rejected purées and needs more texture in the rotation
  • travel often and want reliable, familiar meals waiting wherever they land

Plate & Play meals are suitable from 6 months onward, unless a listing says otherwise. Portion sizes are what differ between our Infant and Toddler tubs, and we'd recommend choosing based on how much your little one is actually eating right now, not just their age on paper.

  • Infant portions are built for roughly 6-12 month olds. If your baby is newer to solids, one Infant portion often stretches across 2-3 servings.
  • Toddler portions suit 13-24 month olds, though plenty of bigger toddlers happily eat them up to 3-4 years old.


Every baby gets there at their own pace. Go by your baby's cues, and by the feeding style you're following. If you're ever unsure what texture is right, you can always blend the meal further after reheating to whatever consistency you and your baby are comfortable with.


Yes, every Plate & Play meal is delivered frozen, using cold-chain delivery to keep everything safe from our kitchen to your freezer. Just make sure someone's around on delivery day to pop them straight into the freezer.


No. Our meals are free from added salt, sugar and preservatives — full stop. That's the whole point of what we do.

The Plate & Play Subscription plan

You simply choose your preferred delivery frequency (bi-weekly or monthly), select your meals, and we'll automatically deliver your fuss-free baby meals at your chosen schedule.

No more worrying about baby’s meals!

 (And depending on your plan, there are a few extra perks built in too.)

Two cycles is the minimum, so you and your little one actually get the benefit of a consistent weekly rotation before deciding if it's working.

After that second cycle, you're free to pause or cancel anytime.

Our tiers are built around how parents actually restock: some like smaller, frequent top-ups, others prefer a fuller freezer with fewer deliveries.

Pick whichever rhythm matches how you already shop, and we'll keep it going for you. The benefits stay steady across our mid tiers, because the goal is supporting your routine, not upselling you out of it.

Yes, you’re free to upgrade or downgrade your tier after the second cycle.

Simply cancel the existing plan and choose one that works better for your updated needs.

Absolutely! You have full control over which meals/portions go into your bundle every cycle. Mix and match to keep mealtimes exciting and suitable for your Little Foodie.

Yes, through your own subscriber dashboard. Pausing and cancelling become available after your second cycle.

Yes! You can push a delivery back by up to 7 days, or bring it forward with 3 days' notice.

STORAGE & REHEATING

You can reheat by microwave, double-boiling, steaming, or on the stovetop — whichever's easiest for you. Since every appliance runs a little differently, treat these as a starting guide:

  • Microwave (dishes): 3-5 minutes on medium-high
  • Microwave (finger foods): 15-second increments, usually landing around 30-45 seconds on medium-high
  • Double-boiling / steaming: 10-15 minutes, until thoroughly hot (not just warm)
  • Stovetop: best from defrosted, covered with a lid, around 5-7 minutes until thoroughly hot
  • Air fryer: not recommended for dishes; for finger foods, around 3-5 minutes until thoroughly hotYou can reheat by microwave, double-boiling, steaming, or on the stovetop — whichever's easiest for you. Since every appliance runs a little differently, treat these as a starting guide:
  • Microwave (dishes): 3-5 minutes on medium-high
  • Microwave (finger foods): 15-second increments, usually landing around 30-45 seconds on medium-high
  • Double-boiling / steaming: 10-15 minutes, until thoroughly hot (not just warm)
  • Stovetop: best from defrosted, covered with a lid, around 5-7 minutes until thoroughly hot
  • Air fryer: not recommended for dishes; for finger foods, around 3-5 minutes until thoroughly hot
How do I reheat Plate & Play baby meals?

As our meals are free from preservatives, we recommend consuming them as soon as possible. Dishes are best consumed within one month from the date of receipt/purchase. Always ensure the meals are stored safely and appropriately in the freezer.

Both are acceptable ways to reheat!

Once thawed in the fridge, please reheat and consume within 24 hours.

TRAVELLING WITH BABY FOOD

Absolutely! Our meals are designed to provide your baby with fun, flavourful, and fuss-free nutrition anytime, anywhere!

We recommend using a trusty insulated cooler bag, packed with a sufficient amount of ice packs!
For the best results, keep the travel duration at around 6 hours.

Arrange to have your cooler bags stored in your accommodation’s central freezer. When in doubt, call in advance to make arrangements.

Tip: Ask to store the entire cooler bag to prevent cross-contamination in the host’s freezer

 Check what your accommodation offers first — some hotels help with reheating, and many BnBs have a microwave or stove on hand.

 An electric lunch box is also a genuinely handy, portable backup to help you Plate & Play, if neither's available.

Pack reheated baby meals in a reliable thermos lunch box or jar to keep them warm and ready for the next mealtime on the go!

DELIVERY

All Plate & Play frozen meals are delivered via cold-chain delivery, keeping everything safe and fresh from our kitchen to your freezer.

Effective January 2026: orders of 4 tubs or more are packed in our reusable insulated cooler bags, which you can keep and reuse well beyond delivery day.

Smaller orders come in a secure, airtight, waterproof plastic bag. If you'd rather have the reusable cooler bag with a smaller order, you can add it on at checkout.

Choose delivery or self-collection at checkout — whichever works best for you and your little one. We make it easy to get your frozen baby and toddler meals!

Delivery
We delivery Monday to Saturday
Standard Delivery - $10
* Orders typically arrive within 1-2 working days
* Delivery is available between 3pm-10pm*
*Deliveries to restricted areas, CBD, Changi Airport & Sentosa Island will incur an additional $6 surcharge
*Our team will confirm your delivery window with you on the day of delivery.

Self-Collection
Prefer to pick up your meals yourself? Simply select Self-Collection at checkout and follow the collection details provided with your order.

Store Pickup Address:
430 Upper Changi Road, #01-61
East Village Mall, Singapore 487048

Opening Hours:
- Everyday 10am-7pm
- Lunch break: 1pm-2pm

*Check our Instagram story or Google hours for updates!

Have a special delivery or collection request? Just leave us a note when placing your order, and we’ll do our best to help.

Don’t find the answer? Ask us!