I agrree with the first reply. I do believe your little person may not be ready. Every person develops differently and some children have not developed that tongue reflex skill to eat solids. I realize there are recommendations for when to start solids but, not everyone has to fit in to that recommended guideline. The first eating experience should not be frustrating and not forced. I equate it to when a young bird learns to fly on their own. They fly by instinct and when they are ready. I have found with my three children they have reached those milestones differently from each other and my friend's children. No one really fits into a particular mold. Also, your child will give you cues when they are ready. If you can not catch on to the cues then, just try again until it is not a frustrating process for either you or your child. Besides, your child has the rest of their life to eat solid foods and waiting a few months should not be the isssue.